What have I learned about myself as a writer since I joined this class? Truth be told, I haven’t learned a whole lot. There are a number of reasons for this. I think the most glaring reason for this would be the fact that I have not taken any blogs and/or writing assignments seriously since the very first day of class. I usually post a very cynical or conical response to the blog prompt we are given. They are usually insulting to one group or another. This is intentional, because insulting people is funny. I would like to take this time to insult the people going on the senior trip in the spring. It’s four hundred dollars. You’re going to college in three months. You get three hours of early morning beach time. You get twenty hours of random shopping time. You do the math. (Just kidding, I’m only hating because I can’t afford to go. Have fun guys.) This, for me, is what the writing process is; Making fun of foolish people. Just think of something you perceive as foolish, and make fun of it. I like to write about puppies. This is because puppies are adorable, and also kind of foolish. Perfect, right? This class has had a massive impact on my meathod of writing. It has turned me into a sarcastic, overly critical jerk. That’s the truth fools! You wanna turn into a jerk, make fun of people, and write funny articles? Then come on down to Mr. Currin’s fourth block online publishing class, where we make everyone feel stupid. Mr. Currin is a model, and Mrs. Gramza likes to use profanity. Mr. Currin is a hipster, because he has an unconventional beard. How cool. Oh lord, I lost the purpose. I love nachos.
Despite your desperate attempt to convey a sense of utter indifference, this blog illustrates quite a bit about your style as a writer. I think of writers like Twain and Bierce (if you are unfamiliar with Ambrose Bierce, do yourself a favor and read The Devil's Dictionary...I have a copy). Now I'm not saying that you're on the same level as Twain or Bierce, but there are echoes of their style in your writing. Writing doesn't have to be academic. There is a great need for cynicism and satire. Just look at shows like South Park, The Daily Show, and The Soup. Without the cynic, things can easily get out of control. The cynic is, in a way, a conscience or the voice of a conscience. I know it’s cool to be the guy that appears not to care about anything but cynicism has its place, and you Matt, are our class cynic. And believe it or not, cynics care, they just have a funny way of showing it. I’m on to you.
ReplyDeleteYou care to much. Just look at Ryan P's writing
ReplyDeleteSorry i meant you care 2 much.
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