Week 6

Shitty First Drafts,

I liked this reading. The first few paragraphs, she established credibility—by relating that many great writers don't just sit down crack their neck and bust out a perfect paper. This is unrealistic and many people think that is what a great writer does.

Than she goes over how the first draft is a “children’s version.” It is just to get your mind going and thoughts out on paper. I think of it like a journal or quick write. It is not about the form, or the grammar but the ideas on paper. Many times we look over our work and are embarrassed about silly mistakes, but for the most part no one will see this draft.

Personally I find it easer to do a first draft on paper, instead of on word. When I type in word, I am trying to move quickly it is hard for me to ignore all the red and green lines that will appear. The perfectionist in me can’t move on till the lines are gone.

I loved her description about her starting the review. I feel like we have all been there. Some papers are easier than others, but we have all been there—pacing around, stressing ourselves out, going and hitting the kitchen for some food to distress.

“So what” and “who cares”

The examples used in this reading really points out the importance just a small saying can make. For example “Scientist used to think” gives the writer some credibly as well informs the reader who cares. As writers we need to make these questions clear.

This reminds me speech class on Thursday. This last Thursday we had an informative speech, which was a long one, about 8-10 minuets. I noticed the best speakers were the ones; who gave clear topic, thesis, as well establishing a connecting to the audience. They gave me a reason to listen and I did not get lost in their speech. Speeches are different, but it is just another a form of witting—much of what I learn in this class I can use in that class.