So with all of the dialogue about reflexive writing and how important it is in harboring true understanding, I've sort of been nodding with a resigned sigh thinking, "Well, obviously this is an area I am already familiar with. I can step into anyone's shoes on cue and feel totally at home there. Can't everyone??"
So after struggling to avoid sounding like an idiot as I pretended to be an authority on the life and times of Kaye Spiker, I was reminded (vividly) of my earlier assumptions about the ease of stepping into another's shoes so flawlessly.
I fear that I have irrevocably butchered the life of Kaye. (Which is a real travesty since her life is one of really compelling events and individuals!) I suppose I have accomplished the task of learning how much I still need to learn through today's events!
It is really fascinating to learn more about our AWP peers by writing their biographies. We don't get much of a chance to share our lives or experiences, so this assignment has been most interesting. Like you, Sylvia, I don't know if I have done justice to Shannon's life story. He's a very interesting guy, so hopefully I have been able to relate his story accurately.
ReplyDeleteSylvia, I thought you were funny and articulate. I didn't want you to tell it all because then who would buy my book? It is my retirement plan!
ReplyDeleteAs I was driving home tonight I thought about the route to take home. If I stay on 50 and then 7 I can reflect. Put the cruise on and marvel at the scenery. If I take 339 I must change to reflexive mode---questioning what is over the hill; interacting with the curves. Can't use the cruise going that route.