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1. This semester I have let myself become very
open with my writing. Some pieces I've written include one of my favorites, “Dent in the Pillow” that I posted on my
blog. I loved the story behind it. How the boys love for the girl was so strong
that he sat in front of her house every day for months after she died. Tragedies are so relatable to society and I feel
like it gets great responses just because people have been there. They read a story about a loved one dying of cancer
or suicide and they think, “Wow that happened to me.” Writing is such a great way to connect
people. It shows society that people go through hardships every day and that you’re
not alone. “Dent in the pillow was my
favorite short story I wrote just because the topic was easy to write about
because it is so relevant and hard hitting.
On
my own though, I have actually started to write a book. Only a few people know about this actually.
It’s not that far along because I’ve been spending a lot of time on individual
chapters, making them perfect. It is
another one of those stories that is deep and motivational. I don’t want to share too much because it’s
not finished, but I’m really hoping it turns out like I picture it will.
2. 2. The
piece that I read that stood out to me the most was the Maya Angelou
writing. I found such truth and honesty
in her words, and I obviously had a lot to say about it if you look at my
response writing. I just loved what she
said about power and how it’s subjective.
I related to the overcoming of obstacles she would share. Like for example, how she wouldn't speak when
she was a child. Although I was a very
loud and annoying child, I understand the feeling of being terrified like she
was.
3. 3. My
blog was an interesting experience. I
was really uncomfortable at first about posting my work for everyone to see,
just because I write about such personal things. I quickly got over that though when I realized
everyone else is just like me.
I
came up with the title “Head in the Clouds” because I daydream…..a lot. When I do, I am always making up random
snippets of stories in my head and sometimes when they feel right, I transfer them
to paper and elaborate. Truthfully, many
of my stories come from when I zone out in Algebra class…
Part
of me wants to continue my blog, but I am one of those people who is terrible
about sticking to something. I’ll tell
myself I’ll do one thing, and then I get lazy and do the opposite. If I do continue though, I will most likely
post deep inspirational writings because I feel like that is what I do
best. I love helping people and making
them feel like they mean something and I’m able to do that with my writing.
4. 4. I've kept journals my entire life. Even in
elementary school I would be that kid that starts out a page, “Dear Diary.” I do a different version of that now. I journal when I’m upset. If I’m angry, I write letters to the people
that wronged me. It would make me feel
so much better to get out my feelings on paper, but never sending it and
starting more drama then necessary. I
have probably at least 3 notebooks filled with letters I wrote but never sent.
5. 5. “When I
write, it’s always best when it’s a time I need to escape reality and dive into
a new one. I use my laptop because I can type my ideas faster than I can write them. I always lay on my couch in my room,
hopefully bundled up with a space heater on next to me because I like to be
warm. I connect my beats into the computer
and listen to my favorite country songs.
What I find odd is that I always tent to write best late at night. I think it’s because that is when my meds
wear off and I’m able to truly express every emotion instead of it being
covered up.”
6.
6. Scars on the surface shouldn't determine
Its immensity
Or worth.
Its true beauty is
immense in itself.
Just have to give it a
chance.
I feel sorry for those
who don’t see the
Immensity
Of judgment and
mistreatment
Our world is
imperfect.
But it’s still a good one
7. 7. Writing will always be
a part of my life. It has been since the
beginning and I never plan on stopping. I don’t know what my future holds as
far as a career, if I’ll do something with creative writing or not. What I do
know is that no matter where I end up, I’ll have notebooks stacked up in my
closet. I’ll have hundreds of them,
filled with my inner thoughts and emotions.
8. 8. Keep writing. Honestly, that’s all I have to say. Never stop because every single one of you
are amazing and talented and you all deserve the best that life has to
offer. I’ve read your stories and I
truly have been so impressed with your passion and love. Please never stop because your writing can be
your gift to the world one day.
9. 9. It’s been a great
semester. Thank you Mrs. Fraser for the creative freedom you give this
class.
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