Some notes on the day

First off, my Joyce class went beyond fantasically today. We start every class off by breaking into small groups and reading a passage of Finnegan's Wake. Both weeks now I've been the reader for my group, as they like my outloud rhythm, and since I hold the book, Prof. O'Connor has asked me what we glean from our reading/small group discussion. Last week, she told me my reading of the passage was very sophisticated, and today she said I was brilliant and spot on. I talked with her after class, and she really thinks I have a knack for reading and interpreting Joyce, so she suggested some books to me, which I'm picking up after class tomorrow. I like to be encouraged by teachers, because it only makes me want to do better. Also, Finnegan's Wake gives me (as though I needed one) another excuse to expand my library, as it makes references to nearly every book ever written, apparently. I think this class could turn me into a Joyce scholar, which is sort of a shame, seeing as I can't do anything with it at IU. Maybe, in addition to doing my creative Honors thesis, I can find a Prof who would be willing to work on a Joyce piece with me as well. IU needs a Joyce specialist...maybe I can come back in a couple (10) years, well versed enough in Irish myth literature and Joyce to be considered an important addition to the staff. Dream job :)

I got some poetry written today, some of which is terrible but has great potential, some of which was pretty good on the first write. It's been a literarily successful day for me. Now, I'm just waiting up to hear from Mike and then head off to bed for the night. Late class tomorrow, so I'll be having a bit of a lie-in. Have a good night, everyone!