Twitter 3 of 12

What I really think about the writing space that twitter affords is that it is sometimes unnecessary and pretentious. Most people use twitter to blog about the tiniest details of their everyday life that only their closest friends would be interested in hearing about. Sometimes their closest friends aren't even interested in reading these frequent opinions. I follow about 35 people on twitter and I never care to stop and read every single tweet that comes up in my newsfeed. This is because twitter is used excessively and if I stopped to read every post of each person I follow, I probably would have to devote all of my time to this. I'm not saying that twitter is completely useless. Just as any other social networking site it promotes communication  and world wide connections. I think that it is very beneficial to improve worldly connections and for people to be aware of the opinions of others. The world would not be able to function if we didn't take into account the point of view of others.

Putting on Text 2 of 12

Perhaps people wear texts on their clothing and skin because they believe that it expresses who they are to strangers and those around them. The human race is very concerned with the opinions of others, from the way their hair looks to how tan their skin is, there is always something that a person is concerned with on their body. So, why should it be any different for clothing? Of course people are going to try and impress with their clothing. They wear texts that appeal to them and therefore hope to attract positive attention for this. Sometimes, the text on their clothing is merely there just because they want any form of attention whether it be good or bad. It is an outcry to the public. This is also a reason that people have texts permanently inked on their bodies. They find something that they think is worthwhile; that they will want to see when they look in the mirror everyday for the rest of their lives. Sometimes, people regret this deeply and really have no good reason at all for getting those tattoos. Either way, the main idea of putting this permanent text on your body is usually to provoke the attention of those around you. Sometimes, it is a conversation starter with strangers and serves to meet new people. Other times, it is something that is actually meaningful to the wearer that no-one else would even understand. Either way, people are obsessively concerned about their outer appearance and putting on text is just another example of this. It is a way of boasting one's personality. We want to show to the outside world how we feel or what we're interested in. The emotions that we get from the texts are always different. Sometimes they are humorous and other times thoughtfully serious but they are always there to get some type of reaction.

1 of 12 The Problem of Describing Trees

This poem starts out describing how humans view a tree; the beauty that people find in trees but then shifts to the actual purpose of the elements of a tree. It is reminding the reader that the tree has a purpose and it is not there to just be a pleasing sight. It says the "the aspen glitters," "and that delights us," but then says "the leaf flutters, turning, because that motion in the heat of summer protects its cells from drying out." It is stating practical reasons for the actions that we see taken by the tree. The tree does certain things to survive, not to amuse us. It is to remind us that the tree is a living thing and not just an object. In poetry, we describe the tree in many different ways, often personifying it to take actions like dancing and other human activities and that is the power of language. But there are also limits on what language can do. It can't completely describe what we see and feel and what the tree did and why. It describes whatever the writer or speaker was able to communicate through words. It would be a different description by everyone, even though the tree and it's actions never changed.

In the second half of the poem, it takes a dramatic shift. First, Hass rejects what he's saying by making statements and then directly after both saying "No." The only reason a poet would state something and then contradict himself by saying no directly after is because he is stating common thoughts or views and proving to the reader right away that they are false. This is why he goes on to saying that "there are limits to saying in language, what the tree did," because humans would give a generic description of this tree and it would explain what they see but it would not entirely discuss what is going on. It wouldn't describe why the tree takes those actions.

Four Letter Word Project Revised

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Four-Letter Word Project

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Equivalent Terms for Girl and Boy

• Girl                         
• female
• lady
• woman
• biddie
• gal
• doll
• lass
• betty
• Boy
• male
• gentleman
• man
• guy
• dude
• bro

Visual Arguments

It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. I believe this to be true. When I see a picture, I immediately start to make observations about it. I notice the obvious things and as I look at it longer and closer, I begin to notice the slightest details. If I was given a picture to look at and discuss with someone else, I would be able to hold a conversation for a decent amount of time. There are many observations and inferences to be made; as well as many questions to be asked. However, don't think that images can suffice when compared to the impact of words sometimes. Yes, images may be able to give you a better view of an actual event but images can't tell the viewer exactly what was happening and why. They can't tell the viewer exactly how the people involved in an event felt. The viewer can infer and come up with possibilities in their mind but they can't exactly pinpoint someones emotions and thoughts; whereas they could be well informed through text.
Although, I don't believe that images are always sufficient in making an argument, it is true that visual arguments are possible and sometimes even more powerful. What comes to mind when I think of visual arguments is how political and social issues are brought to light through images. Sometimes the public can't see everything for themselves so an insider may be able to take pictures and share them, informing the public of cruelties and harsh realities that they would have never believed or understood through word of mouth. Visual images are more effective in arguments when they provide solid documentation that any skeptic can see with their own eyes.

Trimble Chapter 7 and Stomp The Yard

Chapter 7 can easily be related to the final battle in Stomp the Yard because this chapter is all about using your own personality and making the reader feel comfortable. You should write by using your own voice and judgement; rather than following the strict rules that we are all taught to use in school that strip us of our individuality as a writer. It's become evident that students are turned into bland writers. They are taught that it is wrong to write in their own way and that they have to follow rules just like everyone else. But, when writers go against these accepted characteristics of writing and express themselves in whatever way comes natural; this is when the writer and the reader have the most fun. 

In Stomp The Yard, the dancers connect best with the audience when they let loose and give it everything they have. They have that one moment to win everyone over and they revert to what comes natural to them. They dance freely and without restrictions. They don't let anyone get in their way, even when the other team plagiarizes their dance. They just come back stronger than ever before with the deepest passion and strength from within. They have nothing else to turn to but their own personality. The dance moves aren't choreographed; they're improvised. The true beauty and art of dancing appears at this moment. 

Writing should be just the same. Writing should not be controlled by someone else's rules because it would be like a dancer performing someone else's routine. It may be neat and seemingly perfect but it doesn't grab the audiences attention. It also wouldn't even interest the writer or dancer involved. They'd just be going through the motions, mindlessly. Both the writer and dancer are artists. Art is defined by the beholder and no one else. If a writer is supposed to listen to the supposed "rules" of perfect writing, they might as well not write at all. It wouldn't be their own work. When they can write in their own way, it is just like the final battle: free and enjoyable. 

"Rediscovering Central Asia" by S. Frederick Starr

Starr employs many rhetorical strategies in informing the audience of Central Asia's past and present. He goes into great detail about the historic events that started in A.D. 998 and led us through all of the most important events up until today. He often gets the reader involved by starting a paragraph with a question; making him think about what the answer could possibly be and then helps him discover the answer through   comparisons and descriptions. Starr often compares a country or region to the likes of another to help the reader understand exactly what he is getting at. Starr also lists facts a lot. He gives his facts numbers so that the information is easier to follow and remember for the reader. Then, Starr makes sure to bring all the overwhelming information back together in the end and states that a general knowledge of Central Asia has to be attained so that we can understand it today.

First Thoughts on Project 3

I keep thinking about my project 3, and I'm pretty sure my next move will be looking up more information about Port Jefferson and adding it int my paper smoothly. Also, I know that I need to add detail so that the audience can picture Port Jefferson just as well as I can because it would be a pity if they couldn't understand what it looks and feels like. It's such a wonderful place that I want to share it with the audience. If they've never been able to go, I want them to feel like they have visited after reading this. I think I want my paper to flow better as well. Right now, I don't think it's accommodating to the reader. I can see everything perfectly but I need to step outside of myself and view it from the audience's perspective. I could get the reader involved a lot more.

Meddy's Video

Meddy suggests that this video is relevant because it is showing how newer generations have digital technology ready for them to pick up right away which makes print text almost pointless to them. They can learn to use digital technology easier and earlier on in life than print text such as the magazines that the girl was trying to play with. Although the girl didn't know how to use an ipad yet, she was mildly entertained by the touch screen and how she could already make things appear and disappear. In the magazine she would try to use her finger but the pages would remain the same and she showed know reaction or enjoyment. The maker of this video was saying that the girl would grow up using digital technology and have no use for the print text.
One rhetorical strategy used by the video's creator was to use print across the screen to explain everything rather than use audio throughout the video. By doing this, he showed that it was just as effective as reading from print text or maybe even more effective because we didn't have to flip through pages but the new lines of thought would just appear every so often.