7-7:10pm: How are you? Tell us about/narrate your day…
7:10-7:25pm: Review of last class… What we’re doing this semester.
7:25-7:35pm: Questions about the syllabus.
7:35-7:45pm: Freewritng. Not just how you begin an essay, or a reaction, or anything. Yes, you should always edit and organize your composition later, but there should always be a sense of FREEDOM, and a freeing feel to your writing. Writing is often taught from the riles of and calls for more structure, rather than expression. Even a critical essay, or “analytical” one, should be expressive. Expression should ALWAYS be free on the page. Thoughts? What has your experience been?
7:45-8pm: What’s an essay supposed to do, anyway?
8-8:15pm: When you hear “Composition”, what is the first thing you think?
8:15-8:35pm: Composition is a piece of writing, a submission that is composed, together, self-supported. A stand-alone piece, if you will. It should also be noted, that composition entails several parts, and a consistency of Art, expression, uniqueness and music..
Post your own definition of “Composition”, below
8:35-8:40pm: What is your style of Composition? Does it involve any Humor? Search for Happiness? Or, a strengthening of existing Happiness?
8:40-9pm: Close…. What’s on tonight’s page? What are you going to write in your journal?
Assignment: Write in your journal, OBSESSIVELY. And, more importantly, FREELY.
And….. please buy David Sedars’ book if you haven’t already.
Hey Professors Mikey!
Hello!! Welcome!! How was your day?
My day was good!
How about you?
It was nice, thank you!!
hello everyone!!
Hello!
Welcome!!
Hi everyone!
Hey Claudia!!!
Lets get this started
LIGHT IT UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Had a good day! Got out of work early, thats always nice!
Good to hear!!! Thanks for being here!!!
That’s always great! What kind of work do you do?
I work at a winery! Due to covid everything has to be outside, its kinda surprising seeing people still come to be honest ,during these fires.
Which winery?
Wow that is surprising, but I’m sure people go to take their minds off the events happening. I hope you costumers are kind, i know some people can be rude in these times as well.
Sterling Vineyards
Love Sterling! Will have to come visit you, when this craziness settles.
Yes, majority of the guests are very kind! Its nice you know it just makes the day better.
Anytime! but yes times are crazy!
I had a very productive day. I woke up ate some eggs and ham. Went and got a good 90 minute lift in. Then got my art 2.1 homework done and played some Call of Duty. Then I went to hit for two hours before this class. Wasn’t fast enough to get dinner before the class though.
All good… look forward to that dinner after!! That’s what I’m doing!! Welcome back!!
What console do you play on?
Good evening everyone!
Bonsoir!!!
Hey guys
Hello!!!
Hi everyone! hope everyone is doing good and trying to not inhale so much of this smoke. Today was a busy day going to pick up supplies for my toddler to do his school and making sure we have things ready in case we have to evacuate. overall a successful day i think.
It was hard trying to keep my kids in the whole day.
Yeah… I know, trust me.
Yes! I work outside, and I was surprised how big the ashes were. The smoke is so thick!
It’s horrible.
Hey you!! Welcome back!!! Crazy times… stay safe. Thanks for being here!!
Oh no! Hope the fire doesn’t reach out to you and that you and your family remain safe!
Hey guys!
OMG so hard! My toddler loves being outside and it sucked telling him he couldn’t.
I bet!
Hi there!! Welcome!!
Hello everyone!!
Hi!! Welcome!!! How are you?
good evening
Same to you!! How was your day?
Hello everyone!
Hi!!!!
Hello everyone! I hope everyone has been doing alright with everything that has bee going on! Today was an interesting day since I work from home! It was a little stressful because of the situation happening and trying to be prepared for everything, but there was nice moments today as well. My cat recently learned to turn on the faucet in the bathroom sink and got soaking wet! It was really a silly situation. I’ve been feeling a little anxious as of late so i took an hour or so to play some games on my phone. The day went by with work today so there wasn’t much else to do. I hope everyone had a nice day today.
Thanks for sharing. Yes, crazy times. Thanks for being here.
Hello everyone! I hope everyone is fine during these fires.
Same. How are you doing?
Hello everyone! I hope everyone is fine during these fires.
You as well. How are things?
I am doing well. Just a bit worried about the fires. Trying to stay positive!
Positive thoughts are crucial!! Thanks for being here tonight! Enjoy!!
Hope everyone had a great day! I myself had a pretty good day. I was able to get a lot of cleaning done which was nice. I do on the the other feel super sad for what is happening with the fires! Hope everyone is staying safe!
It’s great that you were able to get some house work done! Achieving things in a day is always great! I understand how you feel! These times are certainly nerve wracking, but we are prepared now and we will get through this together!
Hey KAYLINROMO! I share your concern, I’ll be praying for all the people affected. Stay safe! P.s.: my day also consisted of a couple of chores.
Hi everyone!
My day has been okay. At work just did my usual feeding the patients and get them ready for their day. I had to get a room ready for a patient coming from the hospital.Then all my coworkers and I had to get tested for COVID-19 (which we have been the past few months). Once I got home I just was around my family and ate some Costco pizza.
How was everyone else’s day?
I’ve been doing well save for the anxiousness of the situation happening! I hope everything is well for you! Pizza sounds great right about now!
Hi Cassandra!! Thanks for coming!! Had a great day today… times are crazy right now, for sure. Good to be with family during these times, definitely.
My sister in law works in a nursing home, and they get tested once a month as well, she can definitely relate!
Nothing beats costco pizza haha, I have to get it every time I go.
i hope everyone has been having a good day. Its been a pretty regular Thursday for myself besides the poor air quality. I went to work and made the best of it as i usually try to do, have to keep a positive attitude like we spoke about last meeting. I’ve b been looking forward to today’s class, Tuesday was very enjoyable and it was nice seeing everyone’s point of view with the topic.
What do you for work?
I’m a mechanic at the Honda dealer, how about yourself?
I am a CNA at a convalescent hospital.
Attitude is always crucial, especially now.
Had a pretty fun day. Spent most of it in San Rafael on a pretty hike + some good will shopping which is always a good time. Oh and got some great lunch there too.
I love San Rafael. Where did you go?
Nice to hear you had fun during these weird times
this look out at china camp state park. Very nice view of the bay. At some lunch from sol food while enjoying the sights. would recommend.
thank you. How was your day?
It was great to escape the smoke.
Good evening! My day was like my usual everyday. I woke up got ready for work and than left to get my coffee from Marin coffee roasters. It is not a habit I am proud of, but I like routines and if I do not start my morning right it ruins my whole day. Work was really slow today so it felt like the longest shift ever. After work I grabbed food and cleaned up the backyard. Also played with my dogs a little bit. Now I am here to participate!
Routines are always great! It’s nice to have a tempo for the day! What kind of dogs do you have?
Good to hear everyone has a fun day, mine has been work all day, barely got home at six so I’m feeling very tired, but I’m fine:)
So narrate my day, I spent the entire day trying to get my kids on all their different zoom meeting and failing often. When not doing that I am trying to keep up with a baby all while making meals for the kids to eat. So for me this is my break time.
Hey sounds like a lot haha, but at least you don’t have to go to campus everyday. Enjoy your time man
My day was pretty good I passed by San Francisco to buy some reading material earlier today! It’s so much more sunny over there, I’m jealous of how clear the sky is compared to Santa Rosa!
Well that is good to know.
Crazy… I live in Coffey Park and it’s like a nuclear winter.
really? here in the bay its been so hot lately
HI
Glad to hear that everyone is doing good, my day has just been staying at home and finishing up some assignments. Since the air quality is not the best, I have not been able to go outside for a workout/run.
Thoughts on last class? Our discussion? They syllabus I emailed? What are getting into this semester??
The last class was a lot of fun! I learned a lot about the website and learned to try and keep things concise! I got my books for the semester earlier than I expected so I am excited to dive into them! I am eager into getting started on the journal!
Yes!! Start writing in that journal.. fill those pages and fall in love with your thoughts!
I find the “text” based class to be interesting, especially for an English class. It does make us write a lot more.
That’s the point, my man!! Enjoy!!
Last class was different from what I am used to. The discussion we had was intriguing and fun.
Good!! And writing while you think and communicate empowers you as a writer and thinker!!
This is the first time I am in this type of class! It’s a very interesting experience!
same here, its quite strange but cool at the same time
Strange? This is an English class. We’re writing while we thinking and communicating through words, in the moment. Rather than strange, I see it as strengthening.
I find it strange since I’m more used to a conventional type of class. So for me doing this is quite different but a very good Idea at the same time
We’re all used to conventional class. I prefer that. But here we are, and I’m so excited to be working with you. Cheers.
thank you so much
I had a question about the freewriting at 7:35. Is it like an assignment? And if it is do we post it like a comment or do we email it to you?
Just here on the blog. As I said last class, assignments will be announced at the bottom, and submitted over email.
Hey everyone, kind of a short day didn’t do too much. I’ve been sick this past week with a bug (luckily it’s not corona) so that’s been real fun haha. Kind of been taking things slow, just relaxing and keeping up with the news and what not, watching a lot of youtube.
hope you get better soon!
Me as well.
Hope you feel better soon, I know it’s probably scary.
Very kind of you..
Welcome!
Yes, definitely get better soon.
My thoughts on our last discussion were great, I enjoyed getting to know a bit of you guys through this chat
Thanks you Claudia!! Share some ideas tonight.. make it your own.. and enjoy!!
Will do!
My thoughts on last class is that I now understand how this class works. I was little confused but I found clarity. I also feel like the assignments will help me figure who I am as a person and maybe even spark some growth.
Great!!
I thought last class was awesome! love this site, love how we can interact with each other. Syllabus is pretty straight forward.
Great to hear!!
My day was good just the fact that I was board for most of the day but the bright side is that my family and I are safe.
Try writing through that boredom..
Will we be able to see our grades from this class or have access on any site to see them?
Communicate with me to know grades on anything.
This site was confusing in the last class, but I am getting better at using it. This site is super cool!
Yeah I think with more practice we’ll get the hang of it.
I agree with Michael! I definitely find this class to be very interesting and new due to everything being through “text”. I think learning and getting the hang of it as I go is actually pretty fun and I’m curious as to what direction the dynamic of the class will take as we get more into it through the semester. So far so good though!
Put your self into your words, stay connected, and you will master and control your entire experience.
My Ego loves being agreed with so thank you LOL.
I think this semester will bring a lot of clarity.
Clarity, Composition, and LIFE.
Also last class was pretty cool, everyone was really active and it really felt like a live chat in a sense when you refresh. I like that because everyone’s also being themselves and I like hearing what you all have to say.
Agreed! This sort of learning is fun, spontaneous and exciting!
Glad you like it. That makes me smile. Cheers to you and your positive attitude.
This form of class definitely can keep you more engaged than a zoom call because it simulates the group discussions and interaction that a normal in-class feeling would have. A nice aspect.
I agree. And, you learn more from your colleagues!! You can always come back and reference their thoughts.
Very true, Im always too shy to speak up during a zoom class, this is more my style!
Good to hear, Patricia. Happy to help in any way I can, and I’m always here. 🙂
Should we also use this site to collaborate with other classmates?
Sure!!! Ask for emails… get phone numbers.. This is a COMMUNITY!!!
we should!
Definitely!
My thoughts on the last class: I really enjoyed it. seeing everyone’s opinions on the subject of happiness was interesting. Happiness is something I often think of. So it was a great way to start the semester and I believe its going to be a great semester even though we aren’t actually in class. I also feel that this way gives people the opportunity to say what they feel, since sometimes in the class room some people may be shy.
Love how you orient us with your remarks. Good job!!!
I don’t have a question towards the syllabus.
Cool. Let me know if that changes. Happy to help.
For tonight’s page… Experience is something to create. Grieving is a decision, and celebration is always invited. Why would rather grieve than celebrate? Just a thought, but even when there is hardship, there is instructional humor.
I feel as if to ignore grief, a healthy process of life, could bring apon more grief. Why not welcome both grief and celebration. Grief could even bring more appreciation and desire for celebration. Humor is always a must.
Good thoughts here!
Is this only for tonight or would you like us to say what we think now in class?
This is a thought I’m sharing with you all, for your notes.
I think that when we grieve, it is in our head to automatically feel sad and its looked at in that manner, where as a celebration, we know in our minds that celebrating means happiness and success. I believe its all in the mind on how we see and deal with these emotions and how we should act on them because it’s what it’s always been.
When there is hardship we somehow find it easier to see humor in it because its not as hard as having to deal with Grief. If that makes any sense.
Interesting…
Professor Mikey! I still don’t get what tonight’s page is?
Tonight’s page is if you are taking notes.. something from me to you. A thought.
haha
What’s so funny? I think he was asking for some clarification, which I am happy to provide.