Intensity Turned Inward: Artistic Creation

For some folks, this one is going to seem out there, but it is something I have discovered I need.  The desire to create something original is incredibly cathartic for me.  It started off with rug hooking (think latch hooking, but smaller knots).  I have been working on the same rug for close to six years.  I don't care that it's not even close to being finished.  The simple act of creating order from chaos is incredibly relaxing for me.

Then came the blogging and designing the website.  I think we all know how well that had turned out for me.  I am grateful that I have the ability to give back and create something that is meaningful to so many.  I find blogging incredibly rewarding and, believe it or not, it allows me to explore my writing style more fully with no repercussions.  With non-fiction you don't need to convince anyone of the veracity of your comments.  It is the perfect venue for trying out writing styles and prose and looking at how well they are received by the readers.  I love it and I often find that describing something that happened to me in real life is easier to explain in figurative terms.

Then comes the last piece of the puzzle - writing fiction.  I have had ideas bouncing around in my head for years and just this year decided it would be a good idea to start writing a serial novel.  I just published the prologue on Amazon.  It feels amazing.  A little surreal.  I was able to draw on my life experiences to create a fictional story line.  If you are a Amazon Prime member, may you could check it out and borrow it.  I want you all to know that I have found the process of writing incredibly enjoyable.  The reason I share it here is because I want you all to know that this desire to create something is in many of you as well.  Tap into this greatness and reap the benefits.  I am going to go recover more from my surgery yesterday, but I wanted to share this passion with you all.

If you are interested in learning more about Part One of my book, here's the link.