Why I Write
A Sixty Seven Year Retrospective55 total reviews
Comment from GWHARGIS
My greatest fear is that my reader, whoever that might be, will not like my character. That they won't want to spend time with them or might not even want to meet up with them again. I like the journey you take me on and the dilemma you wrestle with. This was awesome stuff. Gretchen
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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My greatest fear is that my reader, whoever that might be, will not like my character. That they won't want to spend time with them or might not even want to meet up with them again. I like the journey you take me on and the dilemma you wrestle with. This was awesome stuff. Gretchen
Comment Written 01-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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Your reader may not LIKE your character, but they won't forget them. I still remember your stories about the alcoholic father, the boy who got caught stealing the family car for a prom date, and the autistic boy and the brother who took care of him. I think the autistic boy influenced me with my play "Genius in Love." I'm so happy you found this post worthwhile. Jay
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Thank you!
Comment from Maria Millsaps
Excellent usage of analogies and metaphors to express a more profound truth. Writing is a struggle for all writers; even Edgar Allan Poe, Ernest Hemingway, and Agatha Christie faced the blank pages. Yet, word by word, precept by precept, they did it, leaving a path for us to follow in pursuit of our dreams. Thank for sharing.
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reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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Excellent usage of analogies and metaphors to express a more profound truth. Writing is a struggle for all writers; even Edgar Allan Poe, Ernest Hemingway, and Agatha Christie faced the blank pages. Yet, word by word, precept by precept, they did it, leaving a path for us to follow in pursuit of our dreams. Thank for sharing.
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Comment Written 01-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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Thank you, Maria. Yes, I'm afraid it's the same for all of us. I appreciate your reading.
Jay
Comment from Ric Myworld
I don't know how anyone can write every day for 67 years, no matter how much they love it. But I can say I'm glad you do since I never tire of reading your clear, elegant, and evocative posts that give me hope of someday achieving a similar musical ear and skill. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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I don't know how anyone can write every day for 67 years, no matter how much they love it. But I can say I'm glad you do since I never tire of reading your clear, elegant, and evocative posts that give me hope of someday achieving a similar musical ear and skill. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 01-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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Ric, you are so kind. Thank you for weighing in on this.
Jay
Comment from Terry Broxson
Jay, I am delighted you entered this contest. I think others will be interested in "Why the Writer of 2022 of the Year Writes." Your passion and wit are boundless. Exceptional. Terry.
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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Jay, I am delighted you entered this contest. I think others will be interested in "Why the Writer of 2022 of the Year Writes." Your passion and wit are boundless. Exceptional. Terry.
Comment Written 01-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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Thank you, so much Terry. I appreciate your kind words and the lovely six stars more than I can express!
Jay
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
At least you are not a quitter and you can be proud of yourself that you never gave up on your dreams. I think there has to be joy in our writing, otherwise we just would not do it. I have never gazed at a blank screen hoping for a thought or inspiration. Words can never be forced, we need to feel the urge to write and then the words flow. I enjoyed reading about your story here Jay and I hope I am around for the next update! Ha ha ha, keep up the good work, love Dolly x
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reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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At least you are not a quitter and you can be proud of yourself that you never gave up on your dreams. I think there has to be joy in our writing, otherwise we just would not do it. I have never gazed at a blank screen hoping for a thought or inspiration. Words can never be forced, we need to feel the urge to write and then the words flow. I enjoyed reading about your story here Jay and I hope I am around for the next update! Ha ha ha, keep up the good work, love Dolly x
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Comment Written 01-Mar-2023
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2023
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Dolly, thank you for your kindness. I always appreciate when you take the time to visit my work.
Jay
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You are always welcome Jay x x x