Why Do I Write?
I write because I love it. I always have.
I write because sometimes I hurt - and you - you always make me feel better. I lose my daughter - you tell me you have done it too. I feel like that yelling mom you avoid in the grocery store - and you understand - because you have been there too.
I write because sometimes, I am overjoyed. And when I am, you celebrate with me. You understand the euphoria associated with that first time on the potty. You ‘get’ the love I feel when I get an unprompted ‘I love you’ from a small person.
I write because you always remind me I am not alone. Even on the days when my husband just may get an ‘I quit’ note scrawled in purple crayon.
I don’t claim to be great at it. Passable, I’m sure, but not ‘wow-I-can’t-believe-she-wrote-that’ like some of you. Like Megan. And Amber. You people are T-A-L-E-N-T-E-D. And I say that with love, not envy. (Well, maybe a smidgen of envy - but it is good-natured-sometimes-I-wish-we-shared-a-brain envy.)
I write because it is a release, a welcome, a shared experience, an opportunity to laugh and cry and rejoice.
Sometimes it may be boring, but, well, sometimes I guess I am. And that is ok.
Why do you write?
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I write because I need to,I have too, things can get worked out better if I write, just write anything - it is a release and I feel more complete when I write because as I stated, it helps me work thru things, and better decisions seem to come more easily.
You’re too good to me. I’m a bore if there ever was one. Believe me.
I totally write for the same reasons, friend. Sometimes writing feels like I’m floating outside of myself. It gives me a perspective I would never see otherwise.
I write for pretty much the same reasons….It’s also my escape…my mommy time.
I am in this house with 3 little ones all day. I crave adult interaction and if that means that the majority of it will come through an online blog then I am there!
Rock on!
It is amazing what a common bond ‘writers’ have - whether they consider themselves authors, poets, or bloggers. The release, the perspective, the interaction - you are all right.
And Amber - ANYTHING but a bore!
For all of the same reasons I write as well…also to help document the kids lives as I don’t have the time or patience to do TWO baby books right now!
And I like your writing I think it is great!
I write because after dealing with many anger issues growing up and suffering from Generalized Anxiety Disorder but not wanting to take medications .. writing ended up being my outlet. If I am having a bad day, a great day, a sad day, struggles with my middle child & how to deal with him MY BLOGGY FRIENDS are there .. hubs works 6 days a week 57 hours a week and this thing we call writing is what helps me to increase my talent and release my anger, anxiety, happiness and yes even frustrations at times.
I love your writing girl!! I love your honesty! I am very happy to be your blog reader!
I write because I feel compelled to on some days. Sometimes I feel like if I don’t get that specific thought out and down on paper (or on the screen), I’m doing a disservice to God by not being the vessel through which His inspiration might come.
Some days I write just to have a record of the pain or joy I’m experiencing, so I can come back to it another time and use it as a touchstone. Like the little bread crumbs that Hansel and Gretel left behind them, sometimes the things I write help lead me back to the person I used to be. Sometimes that’s a good thing, sometimes it isn’t. But it helps me keep perspective.
And sometimes I write just to vent or to validate my feelings. Words are heavy things and can put weight into my emotions, and writing helps me solidify my thoughts and feelings. And then sometimes, I get the honor of sharing those thoughts and feelings with other people and they help me carry my load by reading them.
Writing is a form of giving, a way of loving and remembering.
Wow. Thanks for asking, Danielle. I didn’t realize I felt so deeply about all of that!
I agree with you. I write because I need to get my words out. Honestly, with a family of 7, it is sometimes near impossible to get a word in. I need to have that release I get by putting the words out there. I love to get reactions and feedback from other bloggers and know that I am not alone.
I don’t write. Words don’t come naturally to me but I READ all of your writings…definitely with envy…and enjoy every minute of it.
I am no way a writer, but certainly a reader who enjoys having a common bond, knowing that someone else out there shares the same joys and disappointments that life can bring. There is such a simple beauty in that. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks mum….:)
I love writing and sharing my stories but I don’t write nearly as often as I’d like. I always thought when I wrote it wasn’t good enough for people to read, so any time I write it takes me about two weeks to edit, re-edit, and re-edit. Thanks for reminding me that we write because it’s something we love to do. I’ll be getting lots more posts up and maybe my blog will give enjoyment to readers. Thanks!
Rachel Ferrucci
I write to make my thoughts concrete - I find that writing makes all the congested thoughts and emotions in my head a reality! Once they are on paper, I can truly understand myself. There is a certain consciousness about putting your ideas on paper and that’s why i write!
Jenna