“Where You Write” is just as important as what you write and to whom, but must we always share?
Perhaps, perhaps; yet there are some words only meant for the crisp, clean page that holds the coveted position in a comfortable room, only for you–Dear Diary; Dear Journal, “Hi, there!”
My eyes drift shut for just a moment; dawn has not yet arrived…
I inhale all my other senses in a deep breath–a taste of energy in total silence, a hint of chill, the heady smell of fresh shellac, easily survived…
The scent of raw, lightly treated wood beams, an arched ceiling, floors with a dab of shiny gloss, immaculate…
It calms my mind and thrills my spirit because I know I can write anything here or even write nothing at all, but the dilemma … to share or retract?
Is everything set up in order on the familiar desk? Yes…
Do I lift the proverbial quill or pen, tap softly on muted keys or simply rest?
But where will the story go if I don’t rush, rush, rush to complete the piece?
Will another writer jot down these stories and give it release?
To spread the full wings of creativity
Where stories are possible; the paranormal in true believability…
To dwell for a brief moment in a time continuum…
Deep poignant thoughts are challenged or read in awe or disgust, hardly humdrum…
If I can see, feel, visualize, live so very much in my own mind
Is it my duty to share my words with all humankind?
A conundrum, ta’ be sure, giving and receiving inspiration
Through rigorous thought, tears, laughter, perspiration…
But do I dare? My Journal, a constant companion; My Diary, dear old friend…
Will people understand my thoughts and or even care in the end?
- A Little Nook and Cranny is All I Need to Go Anywhere and Do Anything!
BowmanAuthor and Writer/Editor 
Perfect! I love it, Deb! ❤️❤️❤️
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Write on.
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Write on.
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Thanks, Colleen. It almost wrote itself as I wondered about all the stories that could be novels that dwell in my journals and diaries that I found recently. I have 93 pages of a novel, legal-size handwritten, that was tucked away from various moves over a decade ago. Must do something with it, I guess.
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Deb, you’re quite the poet my friend. 🙂
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I love to pen my silly rhymes that sometimes become serious and pensive.
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That’s what writer do Deb. 🙂
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This one does, anyway. I never know where I’m going to end up, but I can see glitches and fix other writer’s work. But we can never be objective about our own work. Even though we all try very hard to find that magic equation.
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So true! 🙂
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The content of this poem is very unique and interesting, Deborah. I think the content of a diary is private and not to be generally shared.
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I agree. That’s why I had them separate, the Journal vs. the Diary. Yet, some of my best story ideas have come from my Diary in dreams. Thus, my conundrum, I guess.
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Cleverly written poem, Deborah. That is so true. All we writers need is a nook and cranny, pen, paper or computer and our words swirl around in our heads. Words flow and burst forth creating the birth of a story.
I want to thank you for the recent review of my children’s book, Louey the Lazy Elephant. Much appreciated! 😆
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I loved your first book and am looking forward to experiencing more of your delightful gems as soon as things slow down a little bit. I’m working on a second book in my YA series. I want to launch it in March. Yikes!
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Thank you, Deborah! Best of luck with your YA Series. I have one with five books! It is my favorite age to write for. 🤗
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My undergoing in meeting my characters.
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Beautifully written and thoughtful Deborah. Some thoughts are not for sharing…
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Thank you. I agree.
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