Reflection 7-Bobadilla, Steve

Steve Bobadilla

MCS 355

Prof. Snyder

Reflection #7

Friday, April 28, 2017

                                                       Me vs. the “infamous” “Selfie”

      First and foremost, I’m not one of those people that likes to take selfies, so this experience was unique. Secondly, I tried to figure out when to take a selfie was the most challenging part. My identity is shown through all selfies because I feel as though they reflect my personality. They also give a good perspective on how I perceive the world by sitting from my wheelchair. These selfies don’t obscure my sense of identity. As a matter of fact, they enhance my sense of identity. Furthermore, I’m a very curious person who likes to explore interesting events happening on campus. For example, the somewhat blurry photo explains my visit to the URCAD event, which is always attracts lots of attention. I was accompanied by my cousin, who had never been to URCAD. I had trouble with pushing the button, which made the picture blurry. In this case, I felt as though I needed a “selfie stick”. The picture with me and my computer, explains my happiness toward the 1^st round win of the Houston Rockets in the NBA playoffs. My facial expression kind says it all. Finally, the last photo explains my faithfulness to my favorite soccer team which is D.C. United. I believe that sports have become a big part of my identity, since my childhood. I think my parent’s generation was completely different because they dressed differently and rock and roll had just peaked. Everybody in the sixties had eccentric clothing, meaning people tried their hardest to become a celebrity. 

Anybody who knows me knows that I love face to face conversations. People would also say that I’m a family guy as well as athletic. They are also aware that I rarely post content on social media, because I value face to face interaction. I would consider myself “social media blind” because I don’t have Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram accounts. On the other hand, I still have full support of my family, who has been with me through the rough times. I have also received lots of praise for all the obstacles I have overcome in my life. The most important thing is that I don’t receive any “special treatment” because of my disability. My family recognizes that I’m and outgoing and social person.

In conclusion, taking selfies is a trend that has lasted for many years. In my opinion, it will last until someone figures out a way to revolutionize the “art of a selfie”. However, I’m not sure how the “art of a selfie” can be taken to the next level. Personally, I hate taking selfies, I think they are pointless but that’s my opinion. I firmly believe that this trend will become obsolete because most people will get tired of taking selfies. I believe this modern-day generation will find different ways of taking pictures, this is present today. The more competition there is between big companies the more technology will evolve. In my head, I say “why do selfies have to exist”! this is so cheesy! ahhhhhha.