For this blog post I came across the blog Lifehack. I found this blog to be extremely helpful for a few reasons. This blog has tips on very interesting topics, for example, I really like the tip: sleep on it. This tip is something I can relate to in many ways especially when I have so much to write about. I'm the type of person who likes to edit my writing as I go, sometimes it's a good thing, sometimes it's not. This tip advices you to wait at least one night, or preferably longer to start your editing. It's much better to approach your writing with a clear mind, that way we forget what we wrote and essentially just see what we have. I found this very useful because I tend to always think editing is more efficient as soon as you're done writing. This makes it difficult for me to organize my thoughts and not make much sense either, I would recommend reading this blog for anyone that goes through the same struggle!
/http://www.lifehack.org/
Monday, May 13, 2013
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Blog #5: Rachelle Gardner
After reading quite a few blogs, I came across Rachelle Gardner's blog who I thought was a great help. Rachelle's blog includes personal experiences as a writer and also as an author's advocate. Rachelle and some of her guests bloggers give great tips and inspiration to old or new writers. Her work is found to be very useful and interesting as I shared it with some of my close friends and as a new blogger myself. One of the things I really like about her writing style is that as I am reading her blogs, I almost feel as if I am reading something my friend specifically wrote for me. There is a level of comfort and very genuine feedback.
A couple of tips I picked up from Rachelle Gardner's blog was to be myself when I write. It makes your reader much more comfortable and interested when you do. I will most definitely keep up and read more of her blogs from now on. I would recommend this blog to everyone!
http://www.rachellegardner.com/
http://www.rachellegardner.com/
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Blog #4
For my post this week, I decided to go with writing exercise number 6!
Dear Alyssa,
Iv'e been super busy lately but I couldn't wait to tell you how crazy this past week has been for me. Working two jobs and going to school full time is harder than I thought! I barely even have time for anything! I am thinking about at least quitting one job and becoming a nanny instead. My friend Valerie is going to San Diego for nursing in August, and the family she baby-sits for needs another nanny to take over. I am excited to possibly be the next nanny because the pay is really good and the two little girls I would watch are really sweet! Also, it would give me more time to do my homework, and relax. In the meantime, I've been trying to pick up shifts at Levi's and at the Restaurant, considering the fact that I have to save up for our summer trip to EDC in June. I still need to get my flight as soon as possible because it's getting a little more expensive. We also need to go shopping for all of our outfits and start planning our days in Vegas.Speaking of, Iv'e really been trying to hit the gym lately and i think I've been making some progress which I'm ecstatic about. Even though I am dead tired when I come home from work or from school, I always make time to go to the gym. My sister has been influenced by me, so now we go to the gym together. I also really wanted to tell you about the Giants tickets about this week against the Dodgers. I invited my dad to come along with me and I have an extra ticket so I was hoping you could come along with us too. I spoke to your mom and she told me you would be coming back from Santa Barbara next week, so I am excited to see you. Savannah is having a welcome home party next week as well so we can also go to that and see the rest of our friends! I miss you and see you soon.
Love,
Andrea
Dear Alyssa,
Iv'e been super busy lately but I couldn't wait to tell you how crazy this past week has been for me. Working two jobs and going to school full time is harder than I thought! I barely even have time for anything! I am thinking about at least quitting one job and becoming a nanny instead. My friend Valerie is going to San Diego for nursing in August, and the family she baby-sits for needs another nanny to take over. I am excited to possibly be the next nanny because the pay is really good and the two little girls I would watch are really sweet! Also, it would give me more time to do my homework, and relax. In the meantime, I've been trying to pick up shifts at Levi's and at the Restaurant, considering the fact that I have to save up for our summer trip to EDC in June. I still need to get my flight as soon as possible because it's getting a little more expensive. We also need to go shopping for all of our outfits and start planning our days in Vegas.Speaking of, Iv'e really been trying to hit the gym lately and i think I've been making some progress which I'm ecstatic about. Even though I am dead tired when I come home from work or from school, I always make time to go to the gym. My sister has been influenced by me, so now we go to the gym together. I also really wanted to tell you about the Giants tickets about this week against the Dodgers. I invited my dad to come along with me and I have an extra ticket so I was hoping you could come along with us too. I spoke to your mom and she told me you would be coming back from Santa Barbara next week, so I am excited to see you. Savannah is having a welcome home party next week as well so we can also go to that and see the rest of our friends! I miss you and see you soon.
Love,
Andrea
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Blog #2
Out of all the steps to good writing, the easiest one for me would be showing dedication towards my writing. As a journalist I believe that being passionate about your writing really shows and gains the attention of others. When I write, I really try to be passionate about my topic. I realize many other people will be reading what I write and I would really like for them to be engaged and be interested as they read along. I care about what I write as much as I would appreciate others to care about what they read.
The step I consider to be the hardest for me would be editing my writing, or in other words keeping it simple. I have a tendency to over analyze my writing and I keep adding more and more things as I re-read. Usually this isn't a good thing because I end up writing too much and making it confusing. I tend to go off tangent and write about something completely off topic. This is a continuous habit for me that I would love to break!
Some steps that would work well for me to fix this, is having someone else read what I write. I think that having someone else read it out loud can help me receive constructive criticism. This way I can really point out things that I can edit out or re-arrange. I also think that this class will help me improve where I am weak, so I am really looking forward to it as well.
The step I consider to be the hardest for me would be editing my writing, or in other words keeping it simple. I have a tendency to over analyze my writing and I keep adding more and more things as I re-read. Usually this isn't a good thing because I end up writing too much and making it confusing. I tend to go off tangent and write about something completely off topic. This is a continuous habit for me that I would love to break!
Some steps that would work well for me to fix this, is having someone else read what I write. I think that having someone else read it out loud can help me receive constructive criticism. This way I can really point out things that I can edit out or re-arrange. I also think that this class will help me improve where I am weak, so I am really looking forward to it as well.
Monday, April 15, 2013
Entertainment
As an entertainment enthusiast, I believe that writing about what fascinates me could help me share certain ideas and personal opinions. I acknowledge entertainment to be a big part of my life, considering I spend most of my money on concerts, movies, and practically spend most hours of the day following celebrities on twitter, instagram, and facebook. I like to keep up with the latest news on concert dates, album releases, celebrity gossip, tv shows, and movie ratings.
My favorite part of the entertainment world would most definitely be found in the music industry. I come to find a big part of my interest for entertainment through music. I would update anyone who is interested of upcoming events to their nearest area, concert updates, line ups, and much more. One of the things I would like to discuss would be the come back of today's popular alternative band: Fall Out Boy.
1.) Fall Out Boy reunites after 3 years, and announces their upcoming world tour for 2013. New album releasing April 16th, 2013.
Pros:
2. ) Most anticipated movies of the year
Pros:
My favorite part of the entertainment world would most definitely be found in the music industry. I come to find a big part of my interest for entertainment through music. I would update anyone who is interested of upcoming events to their nearest area, concert updates, line ups, and much more. One of the things I would like to discuss would be the come back of today's popular alternative band: Fall Out Boy.
1.) Fall Out Boy reunites after 3 years, and announces their upcoming world tour for 2013. New album releasing April 16th, 2013.
Pros:
- I would attend the concert and write about the experience, making it easier for those who are interested to attend or save their money.
- Purchasing and listening to the album will help me write personal opinions and reviews.
- Many other reviews will be made
- It would be difficult to outweigh the dedicated fan base's opinion
2. ) Most anticipated movies of the year
Pros:
- I could go watch movies and later critiquing and rating them with strong feedback
- I could be saving some people money and time with my personal opinions
- I need to make time to watch these movies
- Competing with many other reviews and personal opinions on what a "good" movie really is
- Saving money, and keeping up with movie releases
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