Macbeth Act II Reading Noted

LOOK AT MY BRAIN

My masterpiece is the result of this overbearing love and passion that I have for Yosemite National Park that I have kept to myself since I was a little girl.  Now that I have been handed the opportunity to share that passion with people who have never been to the park, it is spewing out of me in every word, thought, and action that I posses.  There's something about being able to share your passion with like-minded people that just makes you feel confident, important, and renewed.  It's like the floodgates in my mind have opened and all of these trapped thoughts and ideas are coming to the surface. The other day I started thinking about ways that Yosemite Valley could run off  of 100% natural energy; AKA wind, water, and solar.  This project has pushed me outside of my comfort zone and has encouraged me to talk to new people, try new things, and test my limits.  So far, the most valuable realization that I've gotten from this experience is that people are kind, and they do want to help you. So don't be afraid to ask for help and build up your connections.  There are thousands of possibilities so don't lose out on them by assuming that they can't be done because they can.

                                   

What's a nemophilist?

MEET MACBETH

     Macbeth's characterization begins with the Sergeant, "For brave Macbeth--well he deserves that name."  Macbeth is immediately introduced as a brave soldier.  From then on, he is praised by his peers (other than his wife).  We can see into his inner thoughts through his asides to himself which gives the audience the knowledge that he's not as courageous as the people around him think he is.  The witches have a large role in foreshadowing as the play begins.  Their famous line, "Fair is foul, and foul is fair.."  tells the reader that what will happen will happen and it can't be changed.  I also think that there is some foreshadowing in them saying that Banquo's son will become king because I think that this means that Banquo's son will end up killing Macbeth for the crown.  They also foreshadow Macbeth killing Duncan and becoming king.  Shakespeare's use of the witches was a great way to set up the play without giving away what will actually happen.  Shakespeare's characterization of Macbeth immediately evokes a dork and questioning tone because he struggles making decisions for himself mentally, but seems perfectly sane on the outside which is really suspicious for a reader.  He is already thinking about murder for self-gain which makes the audience seem weary and skeptical of what's to come next.  At this point in the play, one act in, the theme seems to be centered around the quote, "Fair is foul, and foul is fair.."  I think that this phrase will stay as a recurring motif throughout the rest of the play because it's meaning is dismal and anyone who reads Macbeth knows that it doesn't have a sugar-coated plot line.

LOVE IS BLIND

There's a word for people like Macbeth that I feel is represented pretty well in this video.  When Lady Macbeth says jump, Macbeth asks how high.  He will bend over backwards for her because she is perfect in his eyes.  To the audience she is seen as a sick, twisted, deranged female mind that loves to be in power and make men feel inferior.  She is kind of psycho, and everyone but Macbeth can see it.

WHAT ABOUT MY MASTERPIECE?

I had a meeting on Tuesday to collect Medical Release Forms and Student  Contracts for my Yosemite Trip.  I now have almost everyone's.  I also handed out the Volunteer Services Agreement.  I talked about our BBQ fundraiser coming up and reminded everyone to keep selling their tickets.  I also organized a Krispy Kreme fundraiser for the same day.  Hopefully April 19th will bring in a lot of funds for the trip!  Another thing that I'm actually pretty proud of is this AWESOME spread sheet I created to keep track of ticket sales, contact info, who has turned in their forms, and who has raised money.  I'm pretty proud of it!

We are currently reading Macbeth which is considered one of Shakespeare's master pieces.  The difference between his work and mine is that he had all day and night dedicated to his endeavor whereas I have many other things on my plate.  Although, I wouldn't say that I need a clear plate to be satisfied with my work because there are periods of waiting as well as periods of a lot of stress.

Macbeth Act I Reading Notes