On June 27, 2016, I took a bold step forward and published my first article online for the world to see. As an Odyssey contributor, I made a promise to myself that I would try this whole "weekly article" business for a year, no matter what. Some weeks were easier than others. On more than one occasion, I felt like giving up, or that the stress of another weekly deadline wasn't worth it, but I pushed on. Now, here I am, one year later, looking back at a portfolio of 47 (counting this one) posts. I'm somewhat dumbstruck.
I've covered a broad range of topics over the last year, and while some received more attention than others, I'm pleased with my collection of work. Having permission to write about whatever I wanted was amazing (and sometimes, overwhelming). This is an experience I reflect back on fondly. It's been invaluable to have such freedom along with a safety net of editors and a support system of other writers (both for accountability and encouragement). Honestly, I would highly recommend this experience to any aspiring writers who are thinking about branching out.
As for me, this experience has given me the tools and experience I didn't even know I was lacking a year ago to start my own blog (JennSimpsonPens)! At the time of this post, it's still in its infancy, but with the discipline of writing a weekly article for Odyssey, I now know I can handle following a blog schedule.
It's been a great journey (dare I say an odyssey) of learning for me over the last year. Thank you, Odyssey. I couldn't have found my courage without you!
My Odyssey Articles
Disney College Program: DCP Lessons
It's A Snake, Sweetheart (Part 1)
It's A Snake, Sweetheart (Part 2)
Movies and Entertainment
Dear Internet, You're Wrong About "Ghostbusters"
Here's The Scoop About "Ghostbusters"
"Book Of The Atlantic" Sets Sail This June
7 Reasons Why You Should See "The Ring" Before You Die
Food and Drink
Psycho Cupcakes: 13 To-Die-For Treats
Cider And Spice And Everything Nice
Nailed It: Stormtrooper Cupcakes
11 Ways To Dress Up Those Leftovers
What Blue Apron Doesn't Tell You
Blue Apron Review: How's The Catfish?
Blue Apron Review: Bolognese With Bae
I Don't Want To Give Your Kid A Cheese Sandwich
Free Lunch Might Be Off The Table
Cats
12 Ways My Cat Helps Me Procrastinate
Virtues
Why I'm Never Rude To The Cashier
Whatever Happened To Our CHILL?
WWE
3 Types Of WWE Fans We All Know
Work
Writing
Writing Lessons I Learned From "Hamilton"
Relationships
Long Distance Relationships Suck
Other
Buy A Home, They Said. It'll Be Fun, They Said.
Dragged To The Doctor's Office
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