Angie Reyes

 During the process of  my poster I realized there are many things that can represent one thing.This can include images and any statements people make.We can match these two things and we create something that gives others a better understanding.Sometimes we may read a statement and not understand what it means until we get a visual.Putting two and two together helps people realize deeper meanings.We may not realize it but images help us all in many ways.This helps me be sure about anything if I am confused.

The most challenging for me was finding what could represent was Mary Angelou was trying to say.We may read something and assume what it could mean.With our thoughts it can convert it into something g else differently the author is trying to say.I also start to second guess myself with the meaning I choose.I worry if it could be wrong or if there is a deeper meaning.I worked through this by not overthinking it.Sometimes we make things harder than it really is.In this case this is what I kept doing but this also helps me know what not to do next time.I plan to not make things harder to have an easy understanding.

 When writing my figurative language I realize I can relate to the author.The author goes through struggles but she does not let that stop her from anything.She keeps on going as well as I do when I go through obstacles.She writes as a way to cope but I do this differently.I do things I enjoy when I realize I am struggling.I listen to music,watch shows, and I spend time with my family.We may not realize it but the little things can help us in life.I also realized that we may want to start writing too when not feeling the best.There are many ways to express our selves without even realizing it.

 During the break I was able to regroup my self in a positive way.I was able to do this physically and mentally.I focused on any missing assignments I had for school as well as studying.There was a point where I did start getting behind but the break helped me catch up.I do feel like it helps everyone get a fresh start and have enough rest for the following week.Now I have began starting to going on runs as well.This has also helped by clearing my mind.Any struggles were cleared as if they weren't even there.

 During the interactive oral it gives me a good understanding of what should be going on.It is also a way to see if I did something wrong I can correct it beforehand.From other discussions I see how smoothly the oral it supposed to flow.I am able to see how interactive the oral should actually be.Seeing how group members split up work gives me a sense on how my group can do it as well.We all would get a equal time to talk and equal amounts to speak.

 A perfect day would not have much included.The day would start off with food from anywhere.I wouldn't mind if me and a friend went to either a fast food place or resturant.As long as we get good food it is all that matters.Hanging out afterwards would also be something simple.A walk at  the park or movies at home is something I would be comfortable with.Later  we could begin making crafts that cost no supply and minimal work.Most importantly spending time together is all that matters.Even having a simple conversation with someone is a perfect day.

 The best piece of advice given to me was "when there is small difficulties there is big success".This was very helpful because it actually makes you picture things in a better way.During this time I was starting high school and I was getting stressed out.I was having a hard time keeping up with my school work.I felt like there was many obstacles in my way every time I tried working hard.This made me really question myself and go for help to my brother.Even though we are a few years apart we still understand each other.His advice helped me realize I shouldn't let obstacles get in my way of simple things I can overcome.

 The most challenging thing about working in a group is to get everyone to do their roles.There was a time where I had many group members to work with.Everyone had got their own role that they had to complete.We all thought by the due date everyone would have completed their part.The due date came and there were 3 members that did not complete their part.This affected the rest of the group on their grade.The members claimed they were confused on what to do.I learned that group work is better with a small group.This way there is no confusion with so much going on with many people.

 A moment in my life that felt like a powerful story was when entering high school.The feeling was the complete opposite of what I thought it was going to be like.It was like entering a new world and chapter of my life.This felt like a turning point because it was the beginning of actually being a teenager.I got to experience new things that didn't happen in middle school.When your in middle school you still feel like your a kid living somewhat freely.Entering high school makes you know that you are a teenager with responsibilities.

 The most challenging part of writing an essay is waiting a strong thesis.This could be difficult because there needs to be context to support it.The context can be hard to find or their just isn't enough to support it.When creating a thesis you also have to have organized ideas.There is also times where I feel my thesis isn't strong enough to write about.To overcome this I plan on asking for help.I can ask a teacher for their opinion or support.They could give me a better sense of what I should write.