I feel as though my writing has grown a bit this semester. I started this semester thinking my writing was already strong however, I soon realize that there much to learn about. I make a lot of small mistakes and those add up when my paper is being evaluated. The best thing about getting better as a writer is having and open mind and learning to apply whatever I’m taught in and out of class into my writing. I’m still struggling with word choice and sometimes shifts in time.  I think it’s because when I’m writing, I write in the way I speak and that doesn’t always translate into writing very well. The lesson that has been the most valuable to me so far in this semester is the types of sentences lesson. It made me conscious of how to write my sentences and improve my clarity and syntax in my writing. I would say essays have been the most beneficial activity for me because I get to practice all aspects of my writing process. I enjoy writing at times and knowing that I can improve my skill in something is cool to me.