Fresh Meat
My first day of classes was today. It was ok. My english teacher is crazy, abrasive and cussed a lot. So it is yet to be seen if I will find this endearing or repulsive. I seriously walked a collective of two hours today. I was surprised by how not nervous I was, it just seemed natural. My roommate asked me why I don't talk during class group discussions and after mulling it over a little I think I figured at least part of the reason why. When I was younger it truly did make me nervous to talk in class discussions and in front of a large group of people - especially a group of my peers. Now, the thought of that does not make me nervous (except under some circumstances that would make nearly everyone nervous), but I have been quiet for so long that it is now just a natural part of my character. So now instead of nervousness being the cause, now it is just part of my nature to be silent and to do otherwise would feel awkward. I will have to work on that though b/c all of my classes today (and probably tomorrow's too) have emphasized that everyone needs to participate in the class. I might be able to slide by with my theatre and poly sci classes but I don't think I can get past the abrasive, foul-mouthed, english lady.