I've always loved to write--stories in elementary school, letters to friends in middle school, journals
throughout high school, and essays and research papers in college. (Yes, I really do enjoy writing papers!) Yet, as much as I love the process of writing, of transferring my thoughts to paper, I've lost my commitment to record the everyday things that make my life uniquely mine. Required essays papers, and journal assignments have become an excuse for not taking time to solidify the events of my life for the sake of posterity.
What made me start a blog, then?
I hope that having a blog will encourage me to write more often. Ultimately, I know it is because I want to leave something personal, something tangible behind. And I believe writing is one of the most effective ways of doing so.
I'm taking Composition Theory this semester, and honestly, I didn't think I would enjoy the material all that much--it was just an excuse to take another class with one of my favorite professors. But as I was sitting in class on Thursday, I realized not only that I am genuinely interested in the theories of composition, but also that I don't want to lose the compulsion to write. I want to remember all the seemingly insignificant events that make me who I am.
So, here's to my commitment to write--may it stay strong.
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I understand your desire not to lose the compulsion to write: I've lost it, miss it, want it back. I look forward to seeing what you create
ReplyDeleteErrrmmm...^^^ comment is from Harvin, not Haley. It was supposed to say my name, not the Wordpress blog name. So, I think I'm going to sign up for Blogger so I can comment here. =)
ReplyDeleteThis is actually Haley. ;)
ReplyDeleteI'm excited you have a blog again! (I also love that you started this after our conversation Friday night...could it be that you found inspiration in our living room, as well?)
Keep writing, Coa-friend!