Cup and Saucer

I found it different walking into the class and being asked to get get string. My first reaction to the idea was that i believed that it was going to be some type of necklace that you would put on a name tag. Once I realized what the string was for, I thought that it could be fun and/or interesting. The string allowed my mind to be busy; but it also brought up some small talk between my neighbors and me. Each new string game I tried to complete was challenging because at times my fingers could not always reach a certain destination. When I was a young child I was introduced to the world of sports, not to string games and other other hands-on activities. So being asked to tryout the different pieces was difficult but also fun. I like to learn from my mistakes. This activity allowed me to try and fail multiple times before some accident occurred and I was able to complete the task. The cup and saucer game was very fun for me; I already knew how to make the ready "position" but could never move further than that. After watching Lacy demonstrate in front of the class I was able to learn by watching her movements and by also failing a couple of times.

By playing the string games I was able to make a connection with the article by Paul G. It made me think of the "Well-Order Problems" section in particular. The string gave me a hands on experience and it made me question the motives behind each individual game. I also felt as if I was taking a risk because of the types of things that needed to be made. It made me feel like it was okay to fail because that is how you learn.