Introduction to an Almost 21 Year-Old.

I feel a short and sweet introduction is needed, as this is my first ever blog and I would like anyone who reads this to know a little bit about me before I start writing about the important parts of my life. I am studying for a joint honor degree in Ancient History and History, of which I am in my final year. I have participated in voluntary work at Flag Fen, which I have thoroughly enjoyed. I come from Peterborough, I love Cherry Coke, I have met Jimmy Carr, and I have a cat. 

Now for what will be discussed in my blog. First and foremost, is my passion for History. Here I shall write and discuss parts of history that interest me, that will hopefully interest my readers too. This would range from anything to do with America, World War I and II, the English Civil War, the Romans (particularly the Republic) and the Russian Revolution. I hope that what I say will be of value to readers, as History is the thing that I want to do for the rest of my life. 

Aside from my degree, I am hugely interested in gaming, listening to music (from classical to heavy metal), film and tv. Occasionally I will review a game or film, talk about the latest series on tv, and have general discussions about music and how I could not live without it. Being able to hear is the most important thing to me, as without that I could not enjoy anything that I do.

I may also blog from time to time about certain news stories that have caught my eye, either for the right or the wrong reasons. However, I will not just attack specific people for what they have done, call them names and get angry; I shall look at the topic in general and say why a certain story caught my attention.

Before I go, I must say thank you to Constantina Katsari (@c_katsari, http://constantinakatsari.wordpress.com/tag/constantina-katsari/) for convincing me to start writing a blog. I have only had her for one lecture so far in my entire degree course, but I already have a huge amount of respect for her, as what she says makes more sense than the theory of evolution. I am turning 21 in four months. Now is the time for my movements on the internet to be more professional, less insulting to others, and fewer drunken photos of me wearing fancy dress that barely covers my skin. I actually want to get a job after my degree so a good first impression is essential, particularly as I the sector I want to go into is teaching.  

So, I now want to be part of the blogging crowd, which I never thought would be something that I would say. Having read many of my friend's blogs and some random ones too, the majority do not really discuss anything in particular. Now, I know that what I shall be blogging will cover a broad area of topics that I am interested in, but at least it will not include examples of the type of food I'll be eating for dinner, or what a lovely walk I had in the park with my dog. Need to get the hang of not insulting people, but I am working on it. 

My Twitter is @IAmNicolaJayne, so please follow me if you like this.

Bye for now, Nicola.