Dear Journal,
Things have changed. My wife is beginning to sound more and more influential. Perhaps telling her about the foretold prophecy was a mistake. On the other hand, perhaps telling her was a good thing. My lady speaks about what she desires for the both of us. She wants power and glory. Her plan was to overthrow the crown, and kill him. Is she mad? Does her desire to obtain fame cloud her judgement of humanity and loyalty? I cannot decide for my own acts. I personally do not feel that this is the right thing to do. But, she snapped at me in a way I had never seen in her before. She told me to trust her and leave all the plans to her. I could not abandon her for I love her, yet my humanity is questioning my heart. What will I do? I am alone, scared, and lost. As her husband, I must support her and follow through with my lady's wishes. However, as a servant to the king, I must remain loyal to my duties. The pain and suffering that this plight has caused me, I cannot bear. I am feeling weak to my bone. My lady does have a point though. We can have it all. The power, money, fame, glory, all at our disposal. I am beginning to see the picture. I shall talk to her once more about this matter in the morning.
-Macbeth
EQ: What is loyalty? (Macbeth is torn between his duties to the crown and his wife, we see a twisted Macbeth in this journal write)
Thursday 24 November 2011
Sunday 20 November 2011
Macbeth Journal Entry No.3
Dear Journal,
I had never realised the importance of becoming a soldier for war. All my father wanted me to do was to become a soldier one day, totally ignorant towards my feelings. I could have become a great artist, mathematician, philosopher, but no. I was born into a family of honour and dignity. My bloodlines made me who I am today. I now realise how amazing the feeling to become a respected soldier is. Today, the King himself thanked Banquo and I for serving our country. We are no longer little minions in the army; instead we are respected as noble knights who fight for the crown. My hard work and all my sacrifices finally paid off. All of this sudden glory that has been given to me surely has a price waiting for me to pay. I do not know what I must do, but for now I will continue to enjoy the joy that has been placed at my doorstep. I cannot see my wife but I am writing to her, telling her all about my successes. From becoming a respected Knight to the future King, she disserves to know every aspect for it is not only my happiness to come, but her's too.
-Macbeth
EQ: What does it mean to be human? (Macbeth feels joy from all compliments, and greed for more)
I had never realised the importance of becoming a soldier for war. All my father wanted me to do was to become a soldier one day, totally ignorant towards my feelings. I could have become a great artist, mathematician, philosopher, but no. I was born into a family of honour and dignity. My bloodlines made me who I am today. I now realise how amazing the feeling to become a respected soldier is. Today, the King himself thanked Banquo and I for serving our country. We are no longer little minions in the army; instead we are respected as noble knights who fight for the crown. My hard work and all my sacrifices finally paid off. All of this sudden glory that has been given to me surely has a price waiting for me to pay. I do not know what I must do, but for now I will continue to enjoy the joy that has been placed at my doorstep. I cannot see my wife but I am writing to her, telling her all about my successes. From becoming a respected Knight to the future King, she disserves to know every aspect for it is not only my happiness to come, but her's too.
-Macbeth
EQ: What does it mean to be human? (Macbeth feels joy from all compliments, and greed for more)
Wednesday 16 November 2011
Macbeth Journal Entry No.2
Dear Journal,
Today has been a fantastical day for me. On our quest to visit the King, Banquo and I ran into three rather strangely looking people. At first to the human eye we could not make out what we saw before us. There were three of them standing there, speaking about the future to come. We were astounded at the phrases that came out of their mouths. They told me I was to become King! And Banquo was to father future Kings. We could not believe our ears! They were witches! Before we could ask any questions, they began walking away, vanishing before our eyes. For now, I must stay loyal to Banquo and he the same. We must not let word about the new prophecy reach the ears of the King himself. For all we know, he may have us killed for treason to overthrow the crown.
-Macbeth
EQ: What is loyalty?
Today has been a fantastical day for me. On our quest to visit the King, Banquo and I ran into three rather strangely looking people. At first to the human eye we could not make out what we saw before us. There were three of them standing there, speaking about the future to come. We were astounded at the phrases that came out of their mouths. They told me I was to become King! And Banquo was to father future Kings. We could not believe our ears! They were witches! Before we could ask any questions, they began walking away, vanishing before our eyes. For now, I must stay loyal to Banquo and he the same. We must not let word about the new prophecy reach the ears of the King himself. For all we know, he may have us killed for treason to overthrow the crown.
-Macbeth
EQ: What is loyalty?
Macbeth Journal Entry No.1
Dear Journal,
It has been a while since the last time I wrote in you. War definitely changes a man, I have no reason to doubt it doesn't. I have come to realise how fragile life is, after witnessing the deaths of fellow countrymen and youngsters. I will never forget the faces that gazed upon my own at that moment when I took their lives! I now value what I have in my own life and going home to my beautiful wife will give me all the self worth I need. My wife loves me very much, and I will always be grateful that I was able to go home. However, not every man on the battlefield was lucky to go home. I pray and honour the men that gave their lives to their country. For all the men who fought alongside me, I salute to you! And to my brother in arms, Banquo, I am glad that you came through and stuck with me all the way.
-Macbeth
EQ: Is self worth constant or ever changing?
It has been a while since the last time I wrote in you. War definitely changes a man, I have no reason to doubt it doesn't. I have come to realise how fragile life is, after witnessing the deaths of fellow countrymen and youngsters. I will never forget the faces that gazed upon my own at that moment when I took their lives! I now value what I have in my own life and going home to my beautiful wife will give me all the self worth I need. My wife loves me very much, and I will always be grateful that I was able to go home. However, not every man on the battlefield was lucky to go home. I pray and honour the men that gave their lives to their country. For all the men who fought alongside me, I salute to you! And to my brother in arms, Banquo, I am glad that you came through and stuck with me all the way.
-Macbeth
EQ: Is self worth constant or ever changing?
Saturday 5 November 2011
Macbeth Journal Entries: Who Do I Want To Be?
Dear Ms. Caldwell,
For the course of next following eight to ten journal entries, I would like to write from the perspective of Macbeth. I would like to do so, becuase I want to analyze how Macbeth was feeling throughout the story, and how he changed. Also I think in life, there are moments where you must make tough decisions, and I think Macbeth would be a good example of how one choice affects all. With this in mind, I think that this will further help me develop my critical thinking abilities.
Desmond
For the course of next following eight to ten journal entries, I would like to write from the perspective of Macbeth. I would like to do so, becuase I want to analyze how Macbeth was feeling throughout the story, and how he changed. Also I think in life, there are moments where you must make tough decisions, and I think Macbeth would be a good example of how one choice affects all. With this in mind, I think that this will further help me develop my critical thinking abilities.
Desmond
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