Twitter

As I am a new member just recently exposed to Twitter, I have had quite an experience trying to learn the ins and outs of Twitter in the past two weeks. I am still learning new things about it everyday. I don't necessarily like the strict character limit that Twitter places when posting in an "inbox" type message or even on a post. Although it a good way to get information out quickly without "fluff," it is often times difficult to include all information that one is looking to post. Although, the short comments do make for quick reads with the thousands of Tweets posted daily. It becomes overwhelming sometimes too when the same people are posting tons of Tweets, it makes it hard to sift through all the Tweets because there are so many. I did learn a lot about Twitter by being assigned the task to manage a Twitter account and check it daily. I do like how Twitter can pick and choose who to follow based on interests they have. For example I can follow Twilight fans and be updated on the movie that is being released.

I think that Twitter is a good tool to interact with others on different issues and it also allows people to be updated on maybe internships, jobs, new technology, new entertainment, meetings, new clubs etc. Basically it is a way to keep updated on the world around us on endless topics of discussion. I feel like with a few more tweaks made on Twitter it can be a very catchy social media tool especially without so many restrictions and a better organization layout.

About Me...

What’s your full name? Lindsay Diaferio
Were you named after anyone? No
Do you have a nickname? If yes, what is it? Linds
What’s your astrological sign? Libra
Are you a morning person or a night owl? Both
Do you wish on stars? Sometimes
Do you untie your shoes when you take them off? Not all the time
Do you have tattoos? No
What do you do most often when you are bored? Shop, watch movies, read
Donkey or Elephant or Neither? Elephant
What makes you angry? Rude people
What did you do last night? Class and homework
What frightens you? Not knowing what I want to do in life
How many keys are on your key ring? 1
What do you do to relax? Sleep, watch television, read, hang with friends
Do you believe in superstitions? Not really
Have you attended a church or religious event outside of your own? Yes
Name a foreign language that you know. Spanish…a little
Name three things most people don’t know about you. 1. I have twin sisters 2. I strive to do things perfect 3. I changed my major many times

Family, Pets, & Friends
Do you have any siblings? 3 a brother, Nick and 2 sisters (twins) Jaclyn and Jenna
Who is your best friend in high school? Morgan Huber
Do/did you have any pets? Yes a dog, Jack and a cat, Augustina
Cat person or dog person? Dog
Who is the last person you talked to on the phone? My dad

Travel
What states have you been to? 27...too many to name!
What countries have you been to? Canada
In how many states have you lived? 2 Illinois and Georgia
When is the last time did you take a train? August 3 in Chicago

Food
What do you like to eat for breakfast? Oatmeal, bagels, cereal, pancakes! Almost any breakfast food
What is your favorite food? Grilled sandwiches
What foods do you dislike? Some fish like Sushi
What ethnic food do you like and dislike? Like Chinese, Mexican, Italian, Polish, Greek, American foods,, Don’t Like Japanese, Indian food much
What is your favorite chip flavor? Cooler Ranch
What is your favorite sandwich? Grilled chicken from Bar Louie
What is your favorite drink? Raspberry Iced Tea
What is your favorite ice cream flavor? Mint Chocolate Chip or Snickers
What’s your favorite salad dressing? Poppyseed
Plain, buttered or salted popcorn? Butter
What’s your favorite pie? Pumpkin and Apple
What’s your favorite fast food place? Subway, Wendy’s or McDonalds

Media
Which Harry Potter characters are you? I'm not sure... I never got into the series
What was the last film you saw at the cinema? The Proposal
What is your favorite TV show? Sex and the City or Will and Grace
Last book you read. Eclipse tone
What picture is on your computer wallpaper? A collage of girl things
What is your ring? Normal ringer
What are three favorite songs on your iPod? I can't choose...I love them all!
Do you have a Facebook page? Yes
Do you have a Twitter account? Yes
Do you have a blog? Yes

Wishes
Where would you retire to? Tropical area
If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? Jamaica!

Would you ever bungee jump? Skydive? Maybe

If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Hot Magenta

What writing means to me…

Posted by Lindsay Diaferio,

Marquette Undergrad Student

Writing is a very powerful source of language that is used to convey endless thoughts, ideas, interpretations, theories, etc. about the world in which we live. To me writing is a symbol; a powerful tool used to convey diversified messages to those around us. I use writing to tell stories, convey passions, and express my thoughts and emotions..

Writing is a source of communication that we, as humans, have used for endless amounts of time. It has helped us to remember the past and maybe even fantasize about the future! Writing is a way to “think outside the box” by using your imagination. Just read the Twilight series!! It fascinates me to walk into a library with SO many books and think about how each one contains something unique to itself.

Writing has also served as a crucial source in assisting us to the point we are at today as a society. Just think of science and how far we have advanced. By using writing, it has helped us to expand and reflect on preexisting theories and notions about endless topics. Writing has allowed us to question thoughts and motives.

For me writing has been a way that allows us to just slightly see into the minds surrounding us.