its a gray day

What a day out. Its all gray and rainy. its almost 80 so its muggy too. Doing homework, hope I got it right. This APA stuff stinks. I understand we need it but it sure makes writing difficult. Should just be able to write, let it flow. Does anyone else feel like this? I do like this class. This is the first session at Kaplan that both instructors are helpful, that sure helps.

plagiarism

I think I would have to do somthing legally if someone use my writing without permission. It would have to be a outright deliberate act. I would not have an issue with students citing my work. Thats part of learning, but someone doing it for finacial gain or academic recognition like a professor , then I would have a problem. I think its ok if someone has your permission or is giving you the proper credit for the work. I know as a student, I have not used some information for fear I could not figure out how to cite it right. It can be difficult to remember all the APA rules. I think you should just be able to write the persons name and that information on a reference page and be done with it. That way they get their proper credit and you do not have to remember what to cite where.

rough week

I have health issues. Last week I had an ultra sound of my left breast done and as a result they found a small lump. I went to the surgeon today. She said I need a lumpectomy to remove it and the surrounding tissue just in case it is malignant. Needless to say that makes you a little stressed. I have surgery next Thursday. Keeping my fingers crossed. As far a this weeks class work Its nice to do all this in steps and not get it all dumped on us at once like some comp classes. I like it allot. Of course I like to write anyway.

second week

This week seems like it might be a little easier. I am finding my way around the school site a little better. I think I will do ok. I like this blogging. It gives us a chance to learn more about each other.

First entry

This was very easy to set up. I hope the rest of the course goes this easy. Im having trouble finding the articles to read. Im lost for the moment. Im sure it will all work out.