I came up with the idea to do my analysis essay on “Oxycontin is Not for Kids” by Peter Shumlin because I read through three or four different columns on New York Times and I had a personal connection with this one in particular. All the other columns I saw were so confusing that I could hardly find the argument in some of them. The column that I chose to do the essay on wasn’t too long and I really got into it and enjoyed it. That’s the reason that I finalized my decision.
This paper presented very few challenges for me because I have done rhetorical analysis in my senior English class last year. I may not be the best at it, but I know that I can get it done. My teacher last year taught me how to address the challenges that I will face in college when writing essays and journals. I learned that as a writer I am not the best in any sense, but I am confident to be able to get everything done on time. I have a lot left to learn from writing 101 such as structure of sentences, citations, and many more small tools that will help me become an even better writer by the end of the year. I also learned a lot about being a student. I learned how important it is to do your blogs and peer reviews and take criticism from others and let it make your paper better.