Writing

"My characters just aren't speaking to me."

I have used this excuse for several years. Putting off writing as if it were some kind of chore, like cleaning the litterbox or scrubbing the toilet. Other excuses have been, "I don't have time," or "I'm too tired," or "I have no inspiration." My schedule is hectic, with disasters or emergencies popping up all over the place. Also, the fact that I'm single and have been for too many years to count, with only a few dates and no calls back after them, is a bit depressing. Albeit, these excuses are all true, they were still excuses.

The truth of the matter is, my characters are speaking to me. A better way to put it would be screaming at me. With sooooo many ideas, soooo many different characters, I have pushed them all back and ignored them. Also, the one that wants to be written the most of course is the one that is the most emotionally draining and scary.

A new year has dawned, though. I am eager and enthusiastic for a new start, hoping that this year will be better than the last few. I intend to start on one of my stories, and hope that it in turn will help me write the one that most wants to be written.

One day at a time.....

First I think I should explain a little about myself......

I'm playful, witty, adventurous, and somewhat of a rebel. I love the outdoors, going camping, hiking, picnics, anything that gets me outside in the fresh air. Some of my passions are reading, writing, and cooking (note: i said some because there would be too many to write). I've been skydiving, it's an ethereal experience, everyone should go at least once. I'm shy and quiet at first, and it takes awhile to get to know me, but once you do you will find a warmhearted, open, somewhat crazy person....That's basically me in a nutshell as some of you already know. Right now I'm just trying to survive all the daily dramas that submerge into my hectic, single, life.