Author Archives: chloermcdaniel
I don’t know what it is about you that closes and opens.
I posted my pictures separately but collectively, I have a similar response to all of them. The y open and they close. Like that line in E.E. Cummings poem “somewhere i have never traveled, gladly beyond”: i do not know what it is about you closes and opens. Belfast is both fucking terrifying and extremely […]
My National Anthem
Being an American means that on July 4th every people you watch fireworks, drink beer and wear red, white and blue. It also usually includes celebrating independence. Being an American means that people from other countries will ask you why your country consumes so much fast food. Being an American means having constant debates about […]
Nightmare!
When I was I younger I would one have frequent, reoccurring dream. Growing up I shared a room with my little sister. In my dream, I would be sitting on my bed in my room. My sister would be sleeping. My bedroom door would begin to open and my laptop screen would shut off, leaving my […]
Brainstorm
Today we had the opportunity to brainstorm some ideas for our plays. At first, I didn’t think I would be able to come up with possible topics so quickly but after a brief free-write directed by Kimberly, it came easily. It was particularly interesting to hear other people’s ideas because I heard things that I […]
First Impression
Although it did take quite some time to arrive in Armagh, I couldn’t be happier with the city. It is the perfect city to spend time abroad in. There are shops near by and most everything is in walking distance. I’m excited to further explore the area. In addition to my surroundings, the people here […]
