Introduction to English 1010

Hello, I’m James Flanders, not to be confused with Ned Flanders from the Simpsons. I used to work on aircraft and my nickname or call sign was “Ned”.  I had the opportunity to switch my career from aircraft maintenance to be a paralegal. The change brought me out of my comfort zone in regards to writing and the use of computers. Although those skills are still rough around the edges, I have learned I can do anything I set my mind to.

I was always apprehensive about taking an English class because I never finished High School. I worked late at night during school and eventually was homeless for a while as a teenager.  I grew up in New England and moved around a lot. In the summer of 1989 I had the opportunity to go to school in my mother’s country of Holland with my cousin Wendy. I remember I had to go to the front of the class and show my penmanship. It was embarrassing compared to the rest of the class. I was impressed with how well their English is.

I eventually received my GED from a University in 1996.  I have chased the dream of completing my general education classes ever since then. I’m grateful to live in a country where I have educational opportunities and the freedom to accomplish whatever goals I challenge myself to. I’m looking to forward to English 1010 and improving my writing skills