Surprising my Expectations

Dr. Sexson has said a few times that the perception of old greek mythology is that it is old and boring and i hate to say that i was influenced by this perception prior to this class. However, i am glad to say that i have learned that ancient greek mythology can be very very funny and very very touching.

The Homeric Hymn to Hermes is the first time that i removed the lens from my mind and completely let my guard down to enjoy the humor. Lysistrata is also one that just floored me. I still have a hard time believing that such an old work is so contemporary for today.

This class has really removed the prior expectations of me struggling to not fall asleep during each class and each time i picked up a book instead i love going to class to hear and learn of all the traditions and myths from back in the day and so far i have really enjoyed reading all of the works.