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!
Hi Cecilia, sis Dav certainly made Greek enjoyable! Doing our homework asap after each lesson will certainly be helpful and I share your intention to try harder the next time to do this:)
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia, agree that Greek is not a class in which we can procrastinate! But then again, we shouldn't be procrastinating in ANY class... Haha
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia, agree that we must not procrastinate, especially when it comes to languages! As they saying goes, "Practice makes perfect". Press on, we are reaching the end soon! hahaha!
ReplyDeleteHello Cecilia, I agree with you that working with others takes a lot of effort. But this is what learning in community about. And yes I also learn not to procrastinate...
ReplyDeleteI must commend you for mustering up your courage and sign up for Greek 1. It is not like many other subjects because you need to be on your toes every week, actually every day. But you have done it! It is an achievement!
ReplyDeleteOh Cecilia, you deserve a pat on the shoulder! Keep it up! I'm also struggling, not too much but there's still an element of struggle. Haha. I feel less alone knowing that I'm not the only one struggling. I believe we will definitely improve when we are consistent and not give up!
ReplyDeleteThanks for being in my team. I enjoyed working with you. =)
Your courage is encouraging! Hats off to you for being adventurous in learning. Keep that boldness and hunger in trying new things!
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing! and it has been great working in the same group:) I personally like the group challenge particularly because of the chance to learn from each other, , we get stronger as a community which is essentially what I feel the learning in a Christian community is about:)
You are an inspiration Cecilia, and you are almost there!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the process as much as you can!
Hello Cecilia. I was apprehensive about this class just like you. But thank God for sending a good teacher - Sister Davina. Though Greek is still a challenge to me, but honestly I am beginning to like it more and more.
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia, I really enjoyed attending the classes too! Encouraged by your courage to do things that are not in your comfort zone. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia, its great to know that you are enjoying the class. I guess since we are in it already might as well enjoy it right. :)
ReplyDeleteI got stunned at the "make Greek so simple".. hahaha I get confused all the time! But thanks be to God that you managed to learn so much as you take the step of faith to take this class :)
ReplyDelete~Ruth
DeleteHi Cecilia, thank you for the sharing.
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia, thanks for your sharing. I enjoyed the learning atmosphere as well. It is very satisfying to spur each other on when we do the challenge as a group.
ReplyDeleteHello Sister Cecilia,
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing your learning journey in Greek. Glad that I was able to sit beside you at the start. Thanks for guiding me! And I'm glad that you enjoy learning despite of the struggles! Look up to you! :)
Hi Sis Cecilia! Me too! Took great courage to take up Greek! Kudos to you!
ReplyDeleteHi Cecilia, like yourself, I too have moments of procrastination. But praise be to God for seeing us through Greek 1 despite our weaknesses! All the best for your adventure in Greek 2! - ben
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