One of my goals for this blog, was
to eventually expand and write more than just book reviews. I’ve been trying to
take it slow and give myself time to get my footing, and the reviews I’ve been
writing are perfect for that. But I’m starting to get an old familiar itch
again. I love to write. I have for a long time now. And even though sometimes
I’ve lost the drive and had to take a break from it, I’ve always had to go back
again. Something would trigger what I’ve always thought of as ‘the ink in my
blood,’ and I’d be back to writing like crazy.
While that has always worked for
me, I think it’s time for me to get a little more serious about it, and settle
down into the habit of writing more diversely and regularly – try to direct the
fits and spurts. When I started Close to Heart & Home, I saw one the perks
being an incentive and a push to write, something that would force me to
channel the ink in my blood regularly and purposefully. I’m not terribly good
at self-discipline, even in areas I enjoy, but that just means it’s even more
important.
I love to write so many different
things – stories, poems, essays, reviews, topical thoughts, and pretty much any
other kind of random writing. My problem is self-motivation, and making myself
actually put all my ideas and thoughts into a coherent, presentable form. This
blog has helped with that, but I’d like to introduce a little more diversity.
So this is the ‘official’
introduction to a new section for the randomness I love so much…albeit
controlled randomness. I’m not big on chaos. For lack of a better name, I’m
calling it Pen & Sword. I’m honestly not one hundred percent certain what
all is going to find its way to this new section, and that excites me. I do
know that I want to make it count, and use it for the absolute best. I’m hoping
to post quotes I like, pieces of my non-review writing I’m not too embarrassed
by, and occasional topical pieces. I feel like I need a little time to get my
sealegs with Pen & Sword, so I’m not putting myself on a schedule yet.
As I try this new section, please,
feel free to comment on anything and start conversations. We’re all friends
here…almost literally. I’m very excited about this new venture, and hope I
don’t put you all through too much misery as I try to figure out what exactly it
is I’m trying to do. But as most of you are dear friends, I know you’re more
patient with me than I deserve.
Best writing advice I can give you? Write every day. I don't care if it's 15minutes or 2 hours, write every day. Your brain will adjust and you will have less writers' block and other annoying things. :-) Looking forward to your randomness. As you can tell, I'm trying to catch up on your blog. ;-)
ReplyDeleteI've been getting much better about writing regularly. Still not quite every day, but I'm getting there. Thank you for your help and encouragement!
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