Am I good enough?

Something has been bothering me lately. As I become more and more immersed in the world of college journalism, I realize that I am not a particularly interesting or articulate writer. I know everyone has different styles of writing, and no two people can write the exact same words about the same topic…but I’ve never felt so inferior about my writing style. All throughout my life, I was commended on my writing abilities…until I came to college. Granted, I am at one of the best schools for journalism in the entire country (I don’t mean to brag, it’s a fact – E.W. Scripps School of Journalism is in the top ten, maybe even five…it changes all the time), but I still question my potential. I know Scripps has produced some great journalists, but do I have what it takes to be one of them?

PS – On a lighter note, I am still enjoying Duffy’s music…this is obviously not a phase for me.

I leave the stars to judge

I was reading the latest issue of Nylon (a great issue, by the way – SO many artists/bands I want to check out), and I came across an article on Welsh pop star Duffy. It caught my eye because in her picture she just looked so innocent; it was adorable. I listened to a few previews of her songs on iTunes and then bought her entire first album, “Rockferry”, and it was worth every penny. I’ve had a really busy week, and Duffy’s music put me in such a good mood. CCFMDS on Nerd Society put it best when he said, “Duffy’s voice will remind many of Amy Winehouse, but perhaps not as edgy or gritty as Ms Winehouse’s.  There’s more of sweetness to Duffy’s vocals.” I liked Amy Winehouse for a little bit, but her voice started to annoy me. Anyway, apparently Duffy’s a lot bigger in Britain than she is over here in the U.S. I’m sure it won’t stay that way for long, though.