Introducing Myself as A Writer

I started writing in first grade but I didn't start using it as an outlet until perhaps I was a teenager. I grew up during an era where children were to be seen and not heard. I have always had strong opinions and a desire to share them. So, I would sit down and write down what I was not allowed to share verbally. I found writing to be a great stress reliever.

These days I still enjoy writing down my feelings so that I don't lash out at others when I am angry or just need to vent. I use my journal to do this.

I read an article entitled, Praying on Paper, and found great satisfaction in participating in that exercise. It involves writing and meditatating, which allows me to hear my inner teacher. I have not taken the time to do this as much as I really need to lately.

Writing is exciting for me because there is much on the inside that desires to be shared on the outside.

More to come on the weekly assignment and I ask that each of you excuse me for not sharing last week.