Reading the novels which were based on the same theme, as well as related, short stories, allowed me to slowly develop thoughts and concepts over time. Blogging allowed a free expression of these thoughts with freedom unshackled by set formats so common in structured essay writing. Below are some of my best work which, “demonstrates my intellectual engagement with the assigned reading,” and overcomes the loneliness of writing by inviting a responsive debate or discussion.
Coverage
The blog post “Fact or Fiction” is interesting as it comes after all the assigned novels and readings were completed and therefore allows a blanket coverage and reflection from We to The Road. How apt that my blogs are the road I have taken on this literary journey of discovery. Somewhere along this road well travelled, I discovered something about myself, and so a little part of me remains in this blog, as well as the normal reaction to the writers comments. The blog also comments on writing which is apt when my own musings come to a close and I can take the comments made by James Wood personally and to heart.
Depth
While the title in this blog is a little tongue in cheek, do not allow this to fool you. This is a serious blog on feminism and being a young woman who will soon embark onto the real world it is a reflection that is personal and true to my heart. The blog shows great depth as I was able to think out of the box and draw on knowledge I have gained outside the sphere of this article and incorporate this general research into my thoughts. I have modern day references to the speech made by Hilary Clinton on not receiving the nomination for President but cracking the proverbial glass ceiling as the number of votes she received and how Sarah Palin was often ridiculed in a manner her male counterparts did not have to face. Further, I have included my knowledge on medical treatments such as IVF and made biblical references to bring my point home.
Interaction
Love: Necessity in the lives of women
While the blog was detailed and informative in relation to the novel, I felt it necessary to add that when we are talking about the topic of love in general we must be careful not to simply over generalize. There are always exceptions to the rule and we must be aware of this and be ready to point this out to complete the analysis and prevent it becoming one sided or biased.
Discussion
My blog on feminism invoked a response which sparked a lively debate from my end and allowed me to further expand on my thinking and ideas. The questions encouraged me further find solutions to the problem as opposed to simply detecting the problems. The debate is definitely not over and should continue offline or online.
Xenoblogging
The Comment Primo
We can’t think of something that doesn’t exist
After reading this blog I felt compelled to reply and in doing so both praised the writers’ insight but pointed out a few points which I felt she had overlooked. This sparked a response and explanation to clarify her stand.
The Comment Grande
Love – A Commentary
While Nina gave a detailed and in depth analysis of the Handmaid’s tale my Comment Grande was an expansion on the points she had made and offered further food for thought on the mind set of the protagonist Moira and the rationale behind her actions.
The Link Gracious
Love: Necessity in the lives of women
The musings in this blog helped me to establish and reinforce my own ideas and thoughts. I was quite taken aback and maybe disheartened by the realism of the comment “men have other businesses other than love and love is only a small part of love,” but admitted how true to life this sounds which gave me a base in which to begin my blogging thought process.
Wildcard
As an American citizen now residing in India I felt compelled to write this blog on the fate of America
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