When I am about to write, I need to think a lot of the subject; so practically I am doing my essay mentally. I have it in my mind constantly. When I feel I have a lot of ideas, I start writing them down (brainstorming). By putting my thoughts in writing, I found sometimes that some words have the same idea and I need to move further. While brainstorming, I also start to put an informal outlining--to put my ideas in order. Then I think of the most difficult part for me: how to start the first paragraph.

Starting letter, essays or other written assignments has always been a challenge for me; but once I start, it is easier to continue based on my outline.

I am enjoying my classes but my big challenge is to stay in the program as I am juggling with work, school, and home. Well, I guess we are all happy jugglers.