Disliking books at an early age

After reading Disliking Books at an Early Age, I did feel like I could relate to the author in some ways. One way I would say I felt differently about my younger school days was not wanting to be made fun of for wanting to do good in school. Gerald Graff talks about how he didn't want to be made fun of for being a book worm in school. I was most definately not feeling that way in grade school and especially not high school. What people thought about me sitting in the front of the classroom and being as involved as I could during class was the last of my worries. It was every so often too that someone would say something to me, like I was a teachers pet. But I could honestly care less. As long as my hard work was showing in my grades people could talk all they want. I also don't think I would have gotten beat up for wanting to do good in school though like he says he would have. Now that I am in college, like Graff, I am trying more than ever to stay on top of my grades. So I can say like him college is the time to really buckle down and take my education more serious than ever. NOT saying I never have taken it seriously before!

ME!

HELLO! Mostly everyone already knows my name is Raquel Gonzalez. I have lived in Tucson Arizona my whole life which is why I decided to attend the U of A. In high school i loved being involved with the school which is why I cheered for the whole four years I was there. I really enjoy being part of a team and taking charge if it is necessary. I have two older brothers Andres and Gabriel. Andres is 28 and is a firefighter for Tucson and my brother Gabriel is starting Pima this week to be a full time student. I am very proud of both of my brothers and I know they will feel the same about me as I continue my time here at the U of A. As for the U of A i couldn't be happier to be here. I was beyond nervous the week before school started I couldn't wrap my mind around actually being in collage. Now that I have seen the campus and all of my classes much of the stress has worn off. I love being part of this school I cannot wait to become more involved and hopefully join a club pretty soon. I can't wait to get to know everyone in my English class this semester I know I will have a great time as long as I stay focused!!