Reflective Essay

When first given the assignment to write a letter to someone, I was surprised. The last time I wrote a letter or that I had to write, and mail was in middle school. I had forgotten where to put my address, simple things that I should know and remember. I can’t believe that I forgot how to, just the fact that my mind went blank. I really enjoyed this assignment, writing to my brother who was in college at the time. After doing this assignment the first time, my brother and I continuously wrote each other until he came home from college.  Before starting any essay or writing assignment we had to write out a draft. Also, had the same process when writing a revision. I liked this process of writing and being able to prepare myself for the final draft. When writing you can see your mistakes and be able to come back to it, when typing you might erase something and not be able to get back. I don’t know why; I like to write with pen and paper more than I do typing. The overall experience was very helpful. I would like if there were more opportunities to turn handwritten assignments. Before having to type any assignment, I write everything. It just helps get all my ideas or whatever I want to write about down on paper. My least favorite assignment is having to do the quizzes every week. If we were able to still have class we would discuss punctuation, mechanics, and grammar. Also, having a better understanding of the material when talked about in class. Presenting my essays on my blog, felt like I had an audience to write to. Feeling as though I can be heard through my writing. Even though there were assignments I might have not liked, they helped me grow as a writer.