“If you want to write, write.” – Dr. John Knapp II, in an email from June 24 The words above are some of the most freeing I’ve ever heard, and ones that will probably rattle around inside my head for the rest of my life. Spoken to me by a mentor I’ve had since middle…Read More
Writing
Writer’s Block and Transmissions To the Future
Last April, I wrote a post titled “When Words Aren’t Good Enough.” In it, I described a situation that caused me to question not only if I was a talented writer and editor, but also if I myself was actually good enough. I tried to end that post hopefully . . . If you have…Read More
When Words Aren’t Good Enough
I love words. I want to read every book. I want to write down every thought. I’m not necessarily interested in speaking all the words, but I’m happy to listen to what others have to say. My love for words parallels Oprah’s love of bread. “This is the joy for me.” Before Landon was born, I…Read More
Starting Over
Yesterday morning, I stood next to Tim in our kitchen and stared at the wall behind where our refrigerator had been minutes before. We silently stood there, our shoulders slumped, absorbing the reality of a leaking hose, a puddle on the floor, and water damage that had spread up the drywall and soaked the cabinet…Read More