As a writer, I create in a solitary environment. I go into a room for a half-hour, an hour, longer if I can and I MUST be alone. Sometimes I question whether or not I’m being selfish. After all, even if my writing is based on the world I see outside of me, I’m still … Continue reading Is Art a Selfish Pursuit?
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Poetry in Everyday Life
Every day, I read a poem from Poem-a-Day. The poems arrive in my email inbox courtesy of the good people at Poets.org. It inspires me. It gets me out of my own head, and makes me feel connected to another person through their words. Poetry helps me see my life, and life in general, differently. … Continue reading Poetry in Everyday Life
Why Poetry? In honor of April, National Poetry Month
I love poetry because it makes me focus in on life. To me, poetry is the zen meditation of literature. You experience it fully in the moment. You have to see it, hear it. Each word has weight and meaning. You take it in as a whole and let the mood and the rhythm surround … Continue reading Why Poetry? In honor of April, National Poetry Month
Saying Yes (even when you don’t think you’re ready)
Right now I’m saying yes to something. Something that scares the living daylights out of me. I’ve decided to start a blog. It’s scary for a lot of reasons, but the biggest thing that keeps running through my head (and has for years) is – I’m not ready. I’m not ready because I don’t know … Continue reading Saying Yes (even when you don’t think you’re ready)
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