cozy up and write
i had the distinct privilege to be part of an amazing panel of fellow writers for a program at school affectionately dubbed, "cozy up and write". the panel consisted of a bible journaler, a blogger, a musician, a screenplay author and myself (poet).
we answered questions ranging from "what inspires us?" to "what do we do when we're stuck?" and then everyone, kids included, were given the same writing prompt.
with my small group afterwards, the kids didn't want to stop! only having time for two more writing prompts and sharing, it was time to go. i encouraged them to use the journal for any and all styles that inspired them.
i also told them about the solitude and discipline it takes to write. sometimes when i'm working on the next book chapter, poetry edit, or blog post i'd rather be out trying a new restaurant or having one of my outdoor adventures. i do all of those things and more, but sometimes it is a matter of putting everything else away for a while, getting my glasses on, and typing for several hours by myself.
sometimes poems come to me like a dream: complete and unexpected. other times they take some effort and editing. same with song lyrics and articles. but i love the shape and sound of words so much, i know there will be time for adventures of all sorts: those "out there" and those here, in my writer's soul.
so for now i will sign off, cozy up, and write...
we answered questions ranging from "what inspires us?" to "what do we do when we're stuck?" and then everyone, kids included, were given the same writing prompt.
with my small group afterwards, the kids didn't want to stop! only having time for two more writing prompts and sharing, it was time to go. i encouraged them to use the journal for any and all styles that inspired them.
i also told them about the solitude and discipline it takes to write. sometimes when i'm working on the next book chapter, poetry edit, or blog post i'd rather be out trying a new restaurant or having one of my outdoor adventures. i do all of those things and more, but sometimes it is a matter of putting everything else away for a while, getting my glasses on, and typing for several hours by myself.
sometimes poems come to me like a dream: complete and unexpected. other times they take some effort and editing. same with song lyrics and articles. but i love the shape and sound of words so much, i know there will be time for adventures of all sorts: those "out there" and those here, in my writer's soul.
so for now i will sign off, cozy up, and write...
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