Literacy Dig of Occupant's Living Quarters.
Object 1. Sticky Notes.
Object 2. Cat.
This domesticated feline is pushy, slightly overweight, and has an innate talent for extended staring contests. It should be noted that whenever attention is directed to anything other than this subject, she becomes jealous, often doing whatever it takes to disrupt the given distraction. Upon any sort of reading she will seat herself upon the book, and while typing, lie down upon the keyboard, inciting mass havoc. A leading adversary to any literary progress.
Object 3. Dry Erase Boards.
Within the examined space, there has been observed two dry erase boards, cluttered with colored messages of all sorts. These have been written upon the discretion of the occupant, for daily reminder and gradual memorization. The given contents are always colorful, always changing, and the board is always full. The attractive colors and freedom to various handwriting styles make it an instigator of literary advancement.Object 4. Stuffed Animal.
This seemingly neutral figure has been found to be an inspiration towards proficiency in the Spanish language. Given to the occupant by a friend who witnessed Jeff Coon's Puppy flowering sculpture outside of the Guggenheim Museum on a mission trip to Bilbao, Spain. It serves as a reminder of the passion for foreign language and the wide array of incredible places it may take one. A sure advocate of literacy.
Object 5. Alto Saxophone.
This supporter of literacy is incognito, taking on the guise of a musical instrument. It pushes its agenda through the interpretation of symbols as notes, rhythms, and expressions. Its owner plays it habitually, not recognizing its biased stance on the matter. Mastery of this instrument would also indicate mastery of musical literacy. It too supports the study of foreign language, but only minimally, as all notes to the musician are in Italian. A subtle, yet influential proponent of the occupant's literacy.
Once again I absolutely loved reading your blog! I think the array of objects you chose was so interesting as well as your descriptions. I do have one question though...... if you live on campus how do you have a cat? Its awesome that you do though! I also was really interested in the stuffed animal piece and the flower sculpture.. I feel this blog post allowed me to get to know you a little better..
ReplyDeleteActually, I live at home with my family and commute to school. I only live 15 minutes from campus.
DeleteHey Lydia! I absolutely love this. I love how organized you did this, unlike the one I did haha. One of my favorite items is the sticky notes and dry erase bored. I too have sticky notes in pink, orange, yellow, blue and purple. I like to have sticky notes to write inspirational quotes and stick them at random places in my room. It helps me get through the tough times. I use my dry erase board for things I need to get done or my grocery list. I envy the way you write. It's so smooth and flows.
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I loved reading this. I was eager to read each new part. The way you put the stuffed dog next to the flower sculpture really worked for me as a reader. I could see more and more meaningful wrapped up in this little object.
ReplyDeleteHey Lydia! WOW those were some pretty awesome objects. I didn't know you had a saxophone. Really like the part where you compared literacy and music specifically the first sentence starting with "This supporter of literacy is incognito, taking on the guise of a musical instrument. It pushes its agenda through the interpretation of symbols as notes, rhythms, and expressions.." So can literacy be considered music....?
ReplyDeleteI love your literacy dig. Why can't I be creative like you. I like that you are blunt yet so descriptive.The pictures are beautiful and the board with various writing would be a great tool for everyone to stay motivated. Lovely. :)
ReplyDeleteI really like the way you wrote this. The descriptions of each object make it seem like you aren't emotionally attached or present per se, and it somehow makes it easier for the audience to connect. I know that when I read a descriptive text about something personal to the author, it can be hard to relate. I like how you "studied" each object, your descriptions almost sound like notes a researcher would take after some sort of observation. Overall, I found the way you wrote this different, and unique and I really enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteI think having a dry erase board is always a good thing. You can always just write down things you have to do it. I wish i had one in college with me. I would always have random messages on it for other people to read.
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