MY
GREEK LEARNING JOURNEY...Cecilia
Reflection 1
It took me almost two years to muster up enough
courage to sign up for Greek 1. I was extremely apprehensive, fearful and
really scared. To make matters worse, I have heard so many negative comments
about the study of Greek that it left me weak in the knees. Nevertheless, after
much prayer and seeking the Lord I found to my pleasant surprise that I truly
enjoyed attending the weekly classes with Sister Davina who makes Greek so
simple for her students! With this experience, I have become more confident in
facing new situations in life, with courage.
Reflection 2
Group work is usually not an experience that is
devoid of frustrations and conflicts. Working well with people is something
that really requires ‘a lot of hard work’. Hard work like being extremely considerate
of others, tolerant and adding large doses of patience not to mention LOVE!
Well, in my group, the members fortunately are a mature lot, and were very
generous with all of the above ingredients. As a result the outcome of my group
experience was quite satisfying. I learn not to take group dynamics for granted
but to be prepared to give of myself to the group I work with in order to make
it succeed!
Reflection 3
In this Greek study, I learn not to
procrastinate. I personally find it a ‘challenge and a struggle’ to achieve
this each week. Even though I realise that doing the exercises, vocabulary and
homework immediately after each lesson has its benefits I still struggle with
doing it. Each time I sit down, something would crop up and the struggle
repeats itself. Though I still find it a challenge, at least I am aware of my
shortcoming and will try harder the next time!
