Theory Smeory

I've decided that I'm not one to study theory. I know of individuals who wax poetic over any sort of passionate topic--have I ever professed such eloquence? Not on my watch. Every time I log into my graduate classes, I'm inundated with messages from fellow classmates who write poignant posts in response to our assigned theoretical readings--and I have no idea what they mean. Inadequacy abounds.

So then I ponder whether or not I should be in graduate school at all.

So perhaps the study of theory is not my lot in life, although I find it interesting. However, I feel incompetent, like the person whom everyone disregarded in class as not meriting any worthwhile statements. Lately, that person is me. I'm smart, but I'm not a braniac. I know how to function in the world, solve problems, think through new problems, and adapt to situations. I don't need to be a PhD in English to merit respect in my field. And as for theory? You can learn it, apply it, or do both. And I'll take the third option for $500, Trebeck.