Discussion Responses – Personal Reflection

Discussion Responses – Personal Reflection

Responding to Person 1

Hello,

Thank you for your post. Your reflection of self well describes your culture and experiences that shape who you are. From your description of the kind of music you listen to, like Z-Ro, Paul Wall, and Project Pat songs, and where you’re from, I get a good picture of what your background is like.  Further, you have well stated the challenges you’ve overcome, such as racism and discrimination, but also didn’t fail to mention the good moments you’ve shared with your family, which shows how aware you are of the various problems within your community. Overall, your post blends well/describes the different facets of your identity to create a unique tapestry of beliefs and experiences that identify you.

Responding to Person 2

Hello,

This is a well-detailed post. Your reflection of who you are makes it clear that your life experiences, values, and environment have shaped you.  The inspirations from artists like SZA, Clairo, and Lana Del Rey show your taste in music as well as the feelings and experiences you may have connected to their songs. Further, you have highlighted your support system and how it has shaped your values and character by stating that you were raised to be independent. Overall, after reading your post, I have a better understanding of who you are as a person from your experiences, values, and relationships.

Responding to Person 3

Hello,

This is a great post. Your list well describes the things you are good at. They include reading, making a mean steak dinner, online gaming, and playing the flute. Consistently, your description well reflects your love and enthusiasm for playing the flute. It’s evident that your flute adventure began in early 5^th grade, to be exact, when a kind instructor (Mr. Boyce) saw your potential and pushed you to go for it. Your detailed descriptions of the flute’s playing technique reveal your extensive understanding of the instrument. Notably, from your story, I’ve learned how important mentorship and dedication are in succeeding at anything. Lastly, it is clear to see that playing the flute is not merely a hobby, as many would thin,k but is a meaningful part of your identity and journey.

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Personal Reflection

Person 1

I am from music like Z-Ro, Paul Wall, and Project Pat

I am from places like the Eiffel Tower and Town Square

I am from sayings like “that don’t mean a hill of beans”

I am from smells like summer rain and fresh cut grass

I am from people like country bumpkins and southern charmers

I am from jobs like Campbell Soup and Sara Lee

I am from clothes like Miss Me Jeans and True Religion

I am from streets like MLK Street and Fitzugh

I am from problems like racism and discrimination

I am from teaching, like being taught to treat people how you want to be treated

I am from joy, like hearing cicadas screaming in the summertime and family barbecues

I am unapologetically black and country. My name is Iyanla Omeisha Hawkins

Person 2

I  am from music like SZA, Clairo, and Lana del Rey

I am from places like the city of Lakeville and the bluffs of Winona

I am from sayings like give an inch, take a mile

I am from smells like newborn babies, bonfires, and fresh laundry

I am from people who raised me independent, family, and friends

I am from jobs like educators, healthcare workers, and those who dream for more

I am from clothes like uncle’s hand-me-downs, recycled thrift finds, and baggy jeans

I am from streets like Francis lane, 91, and 240^th st e.

I am from problems like making ends meet, how to drop off and pick up every kid, and broken down cars

I am from teaching like my religious education on Wednesdays, public schools, and the wisdom of my grandma

I am from joy like spending time with the people I love, cooking and baking new recipes, and running around trails in nature.

I am proud of my last name and shaped by those who surround me. My name is Cam McDonald.

Person 3

1. Reading
2. Making a mean steak dinner
3. Online gaming
4. sleeping
5. effective communication
6. being a sister
7. playing the flute
8. generating leases
9. Deadlifting 200lbs (with the correct form)
10. Being late to almost any event I’m invited to

Number 7 on my list is very near and dear to me. First, you will need to place the mouthpiece just under your bottom lip and bring the top lip just a bit over and blow directly down into the mouth piece. Once you’re able to produce a sound, then you will be able to place both hands on the instrument (right hand towards the bottom with fingers pointed outward, and left hand towards the top with fingers pointed toward you) and start placing fingers on the appropriate keys. I first learned and fell in love with the flute when I was in the 5th grade and we all got to try out instruments for the beginning band starting in 6th grade. The teacher instructing me said I was a natural and to keep practicing. Once in 6th grade, I quickly excelled in playing the flute and was constantly in 1st or 2nd chair. I would say the person who had the most influence on me was the percussion instructor Mr. Boyce. He was the one that hired a pianist last minute with his own money so that I could perform for a scholarship (which I won by the way). He always encouraged me to continue fighting for my space in the music world and shaped me to become a better person as well as player.