School: Like Tambu, I feel as though it is my duty to fulfill its purpose and receive an education. I prioritize my academics because my actions here affect my actions tomorrow. In lower school, my parents expected high scores and encouraged a proper demeanor, to both fellow students and faculty. However, nowadays I am no longer pushed as much I used to be. Thankfully, I was raised understanding the importance of education. I am expected to push myself through the thick and thin and make my own future.
On the soccer field: As a soccer player, I think I should play with effort. Contrarily (and unfortunately), my coaches expect me to play with skill. To a certain extent, these are two very similar characteristics of my actions. If you play with effort, chances are you will play your best; if you play well, you are probably playing with effort. During games, I play with my all and hope for the best.
On the soccer field (as a referee): I'm sure many of you doubt this but I am truly a Louisiana certified soccer referee. In this position, I have two expectations coming from three different sources. The coordinators and administration expect me to be very objective during my work. I have to make proper decisions and stand my ground against the screaming soccer moms. I also believe in this expectation. I try to live up to standards, but in all honesty, I occasionally slack off and blame the sun for giving me a headache. My mother (specifically) expects me to accept games and stick to my word; it's her way of teaching me to be responsible and committed.
The Virtual World: Hah! For those people who know me well, I love my computers, so of course I couldn't let this one slip my mind. When I mention computers, I mean everything: the games, the internet, and the peoples inside of it. But all hobbies aside, I have to talk about expectations, so let's take a look at the community (which can't be done). You can't base assumptions on billions of people by a small set of people that vary. Different locations among the internet have different people who behave differently and expect differently. For example, league of legends (an RTS), has a ruthless community. The people who play this game will criticize your skills and do everything within their power to ruin your day (exaggeration). The picture of these gamers has led me to expect slim to nothing. When playing alongside fellow teammates, I don't expect them to be happy or be very good at the game. However, games like Mount&Blade: Warband have some really nice players. Because the game style is so involved in teamwork and has no permanent recordings, users tend to enjoy the game much more. I expect a lot from these people; they are nice people and have a great taste in games.
3/04 - 30min., 3/05 - 30min., 3/06 - 60min., 3/07 30min., 3/09 - 30min.
Total - 180min., Nervous Conditions (read 5 chapters and annotated 4)
Yeah, I know all about you and your computers. It's so cool how you're a certified referee!
ReplyDeleteWow, that was a great post and reflection. I love all of your very high detail and extensive evaluations. Most of the stuff about gaming I knew about you (of course) but a lot of other things I didn't. For example, all of your self motivation and pride in your work really surprised me no one was watching over you with a strict eye keeping you on track.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I knew that you played soccer, but I didn't know you were a referee! I too refereed little kids wrestling matches and understand where you come from when you say that you must stand by your decisions, no matter who's yelling at you. Once again, great post!