March 5 question: If for one day you could be anyone or *thing* in the world, what would it be? Describe, tell why, and any themes, goals, or values they/it inspire in you.
First off, it's been a bit hasn't it? Well, I'm trying to start up again, trying to keep a blog going in a time when I'm not sure if anyone is actually out there *taps screen* or if I'm typing to the void, which isn't that bad really as it allows me to get stuff down and off my chest around the journey of being a published writer.
So, in that vein, onto today's question from the Insecure Writers Support Group. To be 100% honest, I'm not sure what I'd like to be, probally stronger and tougher than what I am living in a decent town with transport and places to go, with more courage and confidence, with the ability to fight and defend myself in a world that is EQUAL to all women, all LGBTQ+, all religions, all disabilities, all levels of society, and all peoples of the world. Not just lip service, but in actuality.
Oh, and in case anyone says stay in my lane and not be political, the arts have always been political, ALWAYS, and it isn't about to stop now. But I digress. I like who I am, I like my life, and I am aware of how privilaged I am and am not. I am aware that there are those who would wish to be where I am, and I hope that one day they reach it. It took me a lot to get here; I lost a good deal and a few people along the way, and it's taking a hell of a lot to keep going forward.
I'm working on my second novel; it should have been up last year, but life, you know the usual. I'm working on it now and getting it ready for proofreading while researching how to write short stories, as in a previous post I explained that I've forgotten how to do it. It's not the only thing I've forgotten how to do, and that worries me.
So, no, there is no one else I'd rather be; I like me; I would like me, as I said, stronger and more confident, but I'm happy with who I am.
Being happy with your life is everything! Happy for you. My tongue is quite sore from biting it so often because every time I open my mouth an opinion wants to come out. I just keep on writing.
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Hey there Leigh, welcome to my world. We all have opinions, don't be afraid to share yours.
DeleteHow reassuring, how thrilling to like yourself yet aspire to be a stronger version of you. It's a life quest for everyone, if they're honest.
ReplyDeleteWriting short stories is a completely different skill than writing novels, and personally I think writing short stories is harder.
ReplyDeleteArt is political and can be used for good or evil. Use yours for good!
Welcome.... Anonymously Esther O'Neill, with laughable broadband, 0G, therefore O signal, - unable to pick up Google security tests. 21st C UK.... Not surprised Google don't get this.
ReplyDeleteGlad you're happy with your life, happy with yourself,* and i'm still proud of something hurled at me, town centre, a few years ago - Only words, no eggs, no decaying veggies...
' People like you are destroying this country'
One morning, just before that tribute, I'd had enough shameless racism for one day, and it was only about 11 . Add everything else on your list. .
* OK, really... If I could just right one specific wrong, might even settle for a quiet life.
"probally stronger and tougher than what I am living in a decent town with transport and places to go, with more courage and confidence, with the ability to fight and defend myself in a world that is EQUAL to all women, all LGBTQ+, all religions, all disabilities, all levels of society, and all peoples of the world. Not just lip service, but in actuality."
ReplyDeleteIf you are "in a world that is EQUAL to all women, all LGBTQ+, all religions, all disabilities, all levels of society, and all peoples of the world. Not just lip service, but in actuality," why would you need to fight and defend yourself?
Quite a few people have answered this question saying they are happy to be themselves. That's a great place to be! Happy creating in March, and Happy St. Patrick's Day too! 🍀🍀🍀
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