Writing has never been amongst my strengths, but this year I believe I have improved a lot as a writer. In the beginning of the semester, I struggled with getting my words out how I wanted to on paper. It was hard for me to make my words flow how I wanted them to. Over the course of the semester, I learned how to organize my thoughts, how to make everything flow, and how to grab the reader's attention and keep them interested. What helped me the most was the feedback from my teacher and peers. This helped me realize various ways that I could improve my essay. I also liked that we did two drafts before the final draft. This helped write a better final draft and also helped me with time management. I was not stuck writing out an 1000 word essay at the last second. We did a little bit at a time which I really liked because it makes things a lot less stressful. In my ePortfolio, you will see my progression as a writer in my essays and blogs. You will get to learn a little more about me. I chose my theme to be nature because I love going on hikes and adventuring outdoors. It gives me peace of mind and reminds me of my home in California.