With the end of the semester right around the corner, this week has involved working on both the group journal and our individual portfolios. Both Monday and Wednesday's classes included group work. My group, the circle group (we haven't picked a name yet), have decided to print a hard-copy for our journal. We have also deligated our roles and have all agreed to handle the duties for one of person from Square Lit Journal's group; which include revisions and one-on-one interactions.
Working on my portfolio has proven to be quite demanding. The professor mentioned something in class on Wednesday and I feel as though it really applies to me. So often, writer's feel as though their original draft is somewhat absolute. In order to properly revise, one would have to "eliminate their gems." As I work on my revisions, I am finding it quite difficult to fulling modify it. I keep getting to points where I need either completely cut out the parts that I am so convinced are solid or keep them, despite them being too concrete, etc.
Despite demanding, I am enjoying working on both the Lit Journals and Portfolios. Even though I am not persueing a degree that will use my improved ability to write poetry, I will be able to use the methods of revision in the years to come. I look forward to continueing our journals/portfolios and am excited to see how they will turn out.
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