Mid-Term Check In

April 1, 2012

Dear Mrs. Cline,


Over the first half of the semester, I have had many challenges. Working a full-time job that requires a lot of training and knowledge, and is primarily spent looking at a computer screen, is hard for someone who is also taking most of their classes online as well. I feel like my biggest challenge has been completing my assignments in a timely manner. By the end of my day, my brain is completely fried. I try to relax and let my eyes rest during the week. With that being said, it leaves the weekend to complete all the homework. This can become overwhelming when trying to complete normal weekly errands such as groceries. 


When thinking over how hard it has been to stay focused this semester, it has made me start to reevaluate my priorities. I am considering finding a job that would allow me to take more classes on campus. I have my first class this semester on campus and I find it is much easier for me to stay focused and become more involved in my classwork. I think that my studies need to come first and that this will be a very important step!


Some of my biggest successes have been getting involved and connected with this semesters books so far. I really enjoyed Winter's Bone. I really connected with Ree's story and all the pressure she was under to take care of everyone. She always has to be the responsible one and never gets to relax and be her age. I am also really starting to enjoy Up In The Air as well. I can't wait watch the movie to compare them. 


Literary Analysis have been definitely a different type of writing for me. I am used to doing more of a summary of different texts. Analysis is more of the meaning behind the story. It is about going a little deeper than just scratching the surface. 


My goal for the next semester is to be able to focus more and to improve my grade for the semester. I definitely intend to completed an extra credit assignment. I also feel that if I can improved my focus that I will improve my overall score in everything I do. I also hope to improve my writing of literary analysis. :]


Thank you for all of your help! I look forward to the rest of the semester!


Sincerely,


Kristen Grimmett