- What things do you want me to know about you so I can help you be successful in class?
I’m not a freshman, which I don’t say because age or maturity is any kind of issue, but because I had class last semester with most of the people in this class now and I just generally don’t fit with their mentality. I’ve done the freshman thing already, the stress and the identity crisis and I’m not interested in doing it again or being treated like I am. - What questions do you have about this class and the requirements?
None, I think it’s all in the syllabus. - What fears do you have, and how can I alleviate them?
I’m pretty terrified of needles, but I don’t think there’s anything you can do about that. - What style of learning best fits your needs?
I believe in the Socratic method and the Marketplace of Ideas. I question things. That’s how I learn. - What are your passions/ non-negotiables in the college classroom?
I have to be able to ask why. I have to be able to be myself and express my personality. Like this questionnaire. I’m not ever going to ever bother being any other way than how I am, it’s just not worth it. - What are your pet peeves?
People with no integrity. People who are constantly freaking out about everything. Crime shows with obvious endings. - What are your strengths and weaknesses as a college student?
My strengths are being organized and prioritized, as well as holding my education as one of the most valuable things I’ll ever have. My weaknesses are group projects and applying myself toward tasks I don’t see the purpose in.
decisions, decisions
I also got this e-mail yesterday. So did a person in my theory class named Sean.
Me: I really liked that piece!
Patra: The last five minutes just dragged on for me.
Patra: But I did not know Draco Malfoy played trumpet!
Me: *scans trumpet section* HOLY SHIT HE'S HERE
I don’t remember whether or not I posted this before, but my Christmas present to my dad was what I consider one of the best gifts I’ve ever given: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone on audiobook. See, my dad doesn’t read books. He likes to, but he just doesn’t have the time. So most books he reads he actually listens to on CD. My mom and sisters and I all love the Harry Potter series, and while he enjoyed the first few movies with us, he just didn’t get it. I wanted him to be able to be a part of this magic and understand our love, so I gave him the audiobook to maybe get that ball rolling.
He posted this on my wall earlier today, and I am just really proud and happy to welcome him to the magical community.
yo one time we filled a pinata with bagels and brought it to a birthday party and no one laughed when it broke open and the first bagel fell out like it was dead silent
laughing and crying
omg
Take notes, everyone. This will happen at my 21st birthday party.
