I write mainly for myself. I write to
get lost feelings out on the page. I write to discover new things about
myself and others. I write because it gives me peace within.
I am writing in the And Now You Write Community to strengthen and push myself, to motivate my writing.
If I was glaringly honest, I might admit I am a little freaked out at the though of writing for others. I often write just for me. I find it easier to express myself without thinking what others will read. I think this stems from an idea that I am misunderstood. Perhaps that is all the more reason for me to write.
I hope to explore new places in my heart. I often wonder what goes on inside my wild being, the part of me that I keep contained and bottled. Sometimes I wonder what might happen if I just let it all go. Writing allows me to open up, unafraid and willing to expose.
I am writing in the And Now You Write Community to strengthen and push myself, to motivate my writing.
If I was glaringly honest, I might admit I am a little freaked out at the though of writing for others. I often write just for me. I find it easier to express myself without thinking what others will read. I think this stems from an idea that I am misunderstood. Perhaps that is all the more reason for me to write.
I hope to explore new places in my heart. I often wonder what goes on inside my wild being, the part of me that I keep contained and bottled. Sometimes I wonder what might happen if I just let it all go. Writing allows me to open up, unafraid and willing to expose.
Just for kicks, I'd like to tell you that I am wounded, broken and flawed. I am just an ordinary gal who has made her share of mistakes. However, I use the hurts of the past to grow and become stronger. I use my flaws and make them beautiful. I am always looking to improve, grow, and better myself.
I'm grateful you wrote here, Jodi. I use my hurts and flaws much like you do. I find it makes me better and it makes the world better, too - like giving back and seeing the blessing in what some might perceive as a "problem"....
And sometimes my best writing is for me AND for others. (There is that AND again. ^smile^) I often find that what shakes me up is something that can be used to serve others or help others through their challenges and struggles.
Can you believe four years ago we were in Picnic together? It has been too long!
Posted by: Julie Jordan Scott | 09/14/2010 at 02:37 PM
I know! It really has been too long!
Are you doing Taming of the Shrew? :)
Posted by: Jodi Mitchell | 09/14/2010 at 02:43 PM
I have a teensy tiny role. I knew there wasn't much I could do, but I wanted to work with Porter so there I am. I am now reading scripts, sort of haphazardly, trying to find a project to fall in love with... I love playing roles like Rosemary Sydney in "Picnic" - meaty, meaningful, memorable... and funny, romantic and very, very human.
I was disappointed you are not doing "Shrew"... sometime soon, though! We must!
Posted by: Julie Jordan Scott | 09/14/2010 at 03:00 PM