Although this semester has been difficult and/or stressful at times, I would have to say that I have gained something from this experience. At the beginning of this year, I did not even know what it meant to "analyze" a quotation. But in these last few weeks in particular, I feel like I've made a really big jump and I feel fairly confident writing a commentary piece or putting together an essay about literature. I understand more about literature and the way that techniques can actually shape meaning other than just what's written in the words. I was definitely frustrated a lot during the class because I felt like I just couldn't get it, but it is rewarding to see all that struggle turn into writing that actually sounds insightful and intelligent. Overall, one of the biggest things that has changed in my writing is the maturity level. When I read things that I wrote in the past, they sound like they were written by a kid. But now, when I read things that I write, they sound mature and less juvenile. I still struggle a bit with organizing my papers and getting the jumble of ideas in my head into something fluid and coherent, but I've improved a lot.
Aside from the actual English portion, it is always a good thing to go through something that is a challenge, as frustrating as it might be for someone who is used to being perfect. It's good to have to struggle sometimes and if you do get that A, it really feels like you earned every last point of it.
I'm not going to say this was my favorite class ever. But it was not a waste of time and I did gain a good sense of self appreciation and self knowledge, as well as a LOT of literary analytic skills. I'm definitely glad that I took the class. And I think anyone who goes through that struggle of taking this class is miles and miles ahead of their peers who chose not to.
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