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Prompt: Talk about a time when you had to write a poem, whether it was for an assignment, event, or special occasion. What was the writing process like for you, and were you proud of the finished product?

 Prompt: When I last had to write a poem it was for an assignment. The writing process for me was very hard as I had to put words that rhymed into it. Although it was hard I found myself finishing before the due date which was the end of class. Unfortunately looking bad I ´ m not proud of the result of my poem but for that time period I was definitely proud of it. Summary: Discussions on poems and a introduction to the poem about a poet and acrobat comparisons. Reflection: Poems are artworks that require thought and thorough thought processes into it. It's good to know various vocabulary words to aid in writing poems.
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Prompt: Write about a moment when you had to step out of your comfort zone.

 Prompt: A moment I had to step out of my comfort zone was when I was called up and made a speech in front of the class. I was so frightened and my voice quivered every time I spoke. But, that instance only made me become more confident in speaking as time went on. Overtime I began volunteering myself to speak out loud in front of a public space. Summary: We analyzed the words used in the poem and talked about it in class. Reflection: Practicing your fears can help you get over them and become more open to things. It's good to challenge yourself to stand outside your comfort zone.
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Prompt: Today, you had the opportunity to express yourself through poetry. Reflect on your creative writing process. What did you find most enjoyable or challenging about turning your thoughts into a poem? Did this assignment change the way you think about poetry or creative writing? Explain your experience.

 Prompt: I enjoyed taking my personal experience into words that people can read or understand. I had to think deeply about how I felt so I could shorten my thoughts and help them come through clearly. The assignment made me think how much in depth a poet is, compressing the deepest thoughts into the most beautiful piece of art. I struggled to condense my thoughts proving poetry to be complex. Summary: I worked on making my own poem and adding literacy devices. Reflection: My appreciation for poets and poetry has extended. Their mind and knowledge plays on words that are magnificent.
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Prompt: Describe a time when someone’s words had a lasting impact on you.

 Prompt: When my closest friends have grievances against me and tell me it makes me rethink every action and reaction I´ve had. My closest friend my cousin told me about how I tend to snap easily and it hurts her when I act in such a way toward her. Looking back I realized that she was right and that I needed to change. This is why now before speaking I prefer to say quiet until I know what I ´ m going to say. Summary: We did the blog post and I finished up my poem. Reflection: Getting feedback from friends and the people closest to you is the best advice you can get.
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Prompt: Today, your group had to work together to earn 100% on the “A Worn Path” assessment or write an essay. How did this challenge affect the way your group discussed the story and made decisions? What did you learn from the experience?

 Response: Our group was forced to come together even though we didn't know each other that well. I found that we got to the goal and took effective turns figuring out what it was we wanted to write. We took all perspectives into account and similarities we had we wrote it down. I learned how to rewrite and apply our information. Summary: We worked as a group to analyze the story and use it in today ´ s assignment. Reflection: Working together with people opens new perspectives.
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Prompt: In A Worn Path, Phoenix faces several obstacles as she makes her way toward her destination, but she continues because she has an important reason for completing her journey. Think about a time when you had to travel somewhere or work through obstacles to reach a destination or goal. What challenges did you face along the way? Was the journey worth it in the end? Explain why or why not.

 Response: Early last year, my class was having a party where we were required to bring something or we would get a zero. Everyone in my family was busy and could not drive me to Walmart but luckily I remembered my friend saying it's 8 mins tops to walk to Walmart. I decided to walk there alone I was so scared the car was honking as I crossed the road but fortunately I got there in and out quickly. Overall this journey made me really proud of my determination. Summary: Continued reading the story to work on work. Reflection: Journey ´ s shape us and benefit our development.
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Prompt: In “A Worn Path,” Phoenix has a memorable encounter and conversation with the hunter during her journey. Think about a conversation you have had that had a lasting impact on you. What was the conversation about, and how did it change your thinking, perspective, or actions?

 Prompt Response:  A conversation I´ve had was between me and my Muslim friend. Both of us liked to do what we call Islamic study after Jummah every Friday. We had so many deep and light ended conversations that ended in us talking about how people in Islam hold certain expectations and how the way we were raised with religion affects how was practice and commit. Summary: We read the story a ¨Worn Path¨. Reflection: A lot of these American Stories reflect the lives of African Americans and hold them as the protagonist.
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