Blog #3 (4-21-17)

This week, we analyzed poems and determined their purposes. Based on the things I learned, I have decided to create my lyrics by writing a narrative free verse poem. I decided on a free verse, because rhyme schemes can ruin the tones. It is best to sing what flows normally, like an address. I am going to do it in the point of view of an individual that has the neurological disorder called Schizophrenia. I have done some research on the disorder, and I have gotten to understand it well, especially in the way it affects those who have it. I used the source https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/schizophrenia/index.shtml . Basically, Schizophrenia is an incurable mental disorder. It causes a person to experience hallucinations, delusions, and negative behavior changes. They start to lose touch of reality as they confuse their imaginations and the real world. My lyrics are going to portray the hardships they have gone through and what they want from those around them. This will open the eyes of those who read the lyrics. Moving onto my independent novel, I chose the book Madman's Daughter by Megan Shepherd. It was recommended by a friend, and I have liked it a lot so far! I really like the idea of creating such a unique main character, who is called Juliet Moreau. Compared to girls during the time in London, she is more independent, and she actually enjoys learning about medical-related information. She also has, seemingly, no emotions; she is conserved and observes others quietly. This unusual aspect of her will be interesting in the future when we see her develop over time from experiences. Perhaps, she can become normal; or, she can just embrace her uniqueness. In a way, I can, personally, empathize with her. Although I definitely show more emotions than her, I can, at times, seem "heartless" to others. I have a hard time consoling others and keep to myself often. This creates misunderstandings, and it causes me to stay away from social events. It is interesting to see an aspect of me inside of Juliet.


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