Write Now
I love writing. I love putting my thoughts to paper or screen.
I love the process of writing, how it helps me to think differently, how it helps me to see something maybe I wasn't ready to see, or something I already knew deep in my heart.
If I'm not blogging, you can assume one of several things might be happening:
1) I'm really, really busy. Too busy to think. Too busy to make the effort.
2) I'm a mess of emotions. I know what I'm thinking, but worried that I will offend or reveal too much. I'm worried I will discover something I'm not ready to face, and that putting the thoughts into text will push me into action even if I'm not ready. I'm worried I'll be judged poorly.
3) I read pieces that others have published and deem my writing as less. My struggles are not as deep. My stories are not as profound. Does the world need to hear of how my children bicker, how tired I am, or how I can't make it to the gym when there is so much pain and turmoil elsewhere?
4) I read my own writing and wonder how I'll ever be able to write better, how could I top such extraordinary prose with the current contents of my cluttered mind?
5) I am feeling conflicted about a choice I've made and have already written about ad nauseam. Do I dare drone on and on about an already well worn topic, boring my dozen readers?
If you've missed my writing, you can be sure that I've missed your reading it even more.
I still have a lot to say, so just now, right now, I'm writing.
Though it was written in 1991, and maybe it's just a product of my advanced age, this still feels timeless to me. Take a moment right now and please do enjoy a little Van Halen.
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7 comments:
Not everything you write will be extraordinary. But if you write from your heart, it will be meaningful.
While daily struggles may seem small compared to those of some others, they still are part of what you are going through. And when approached with thoughtfulness and humor, can be helpful to others.
Never feel judged. This endeavor is more for you than anyone else. Anyone who judges is not worth your time.
Write my friend. We'd like to read it.
It doesn't have to be perfect. Just write, my friend.
You need to give your writing more credit. It's stunning and real. You should do it more.
XO,
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You are all too lovely, gracious and kind. Thank you. It means the world.
write now.
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I wish you would blog more - I love the way you write!
And that song? On my playlist for workouts!!!!!
I think Amy said it all best! She wrote EXACTLY what I was thinking and feeling. I have missed reading your blog entries! I hope that 2008 brings us more to read from you, my friend. Keep writing!
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