There's nothing more enjoyable to me than running.
That's a complete lie.
There are many things that are much more enjoyable.
However, none so dear.
Because of the massive amounts of time cross country was taking up, I felt obligated to drop it, merely to continue my life in a not-as-stressed fashion.
I cried for many hours over it.
I still run.
I wish I could run with the team.
One benefit, however, is that I now can do "fun-runs," or city sponsored 5ks without getting kicked off the team. I know, it's ridiculous, but whilst on the school team we weren't allowed to participate in any races that weren't school approved. Heaven forbid someone bring something illicit, to a group of aspiring athletes. Well.... On second thought, if an Olympic athlete does, who knows about a bunch of us....
Anywho, I've developed a cough in the last two weeks. Has it been that long since I've blogged? Holy smokes. Just about. In any case, it's driven me CRAZY! It didn't even have any substance until a few days ago, when my lungs finally relinquished their phlegmy prisoners. Quite disgusting. Now I not only have a raw pharynx, but I'm also lung-booger-coating it in addition. Attractive. I know.
In other news, I've needed to write a few essays for my English class. Ironically, they incorporated blogging. Not so ironically, they really suck. HELP! I KNOW I'M NOT A GOOD WRITER! HOW CAN I IMPROVE?!
Feel free to hit me up with any advice you want to throw at me. {: AND DON'T MAKE IT GENTLE! I want hard, sound, logical advice. :D Cheers!
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Thanks for your support! =] I could never be vegan...I have the most respect for them! I could never give up dairy! Are you vegan or veggie?
ReplyDeleteConsulting the pros is always a must:
ReplyDeleteStrunk and White's The Elements of Style is a classic. White, as in E.B., also wrote Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little, so he knows a thing or two about writing.
Of course, there are different types of writing. Pick up some books at your library (or, if you're serious about this--as in, for life--buy some)about nonfiction, fiction, or scientific writing. You'll find many, many, many books about each type of writing.
It will be difficult (nothing of value in life is cheap or easy), but well worth the effort.
If you want me to read through a specific piece you've written, email it to me. I promise I'll be brutal.
Sorry no advice, I am not a good writer. I used to think I was when I was on the Jr High Newspaper and Yearbook staff, but really it was just pitiful.
ReplyDeleteSorry about all the phlegm.
I'm glad you can run for fun now!
Make sure you have a clear idea of what it is you want to say in your essay. Make an outline of each point you want to make and then make sure you provide ample evidence/reasons to support your ideas.
ReplyDeleteAlways have someone else read your paper before you submit it. And, if possible write it in advance, don't look at it for a day and then read it again to yourself. It will sound totally different than you thought would.
I'm also willing to proofread if you want to email a paper. Good luck!
Well thanks people. {: I'll definitely keep you in mind as I cry about my not-great writing. Spaz, I'm veggie. I couldn't be vegan! Not yet anywho. I love my cheeses too much.... :D
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