I Forgot

So caught up in the teaching of genres,
      in the teaching of the how and why and what
I forgot to make writing fun.

But they reminded me today
That everything doesn't have to be
      perfect
        or polished
          or even finished.
They reminded me of how important sharing is
      Even if it's just a silly little piece
        or one great line
          or a title that says it all.
 
 .



I forgot
      the hook
        the engagement
          the fun.

But they reminded me.



Comments

  1. Lisa KeelerOctober 7, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    So very true! Wonderful post.

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  2. TaraOctober 7, 2014 at 9:16 PM

    Great to have you back, Deb - and thanks for all those pictures!

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  3. CrystalOctober 7, 2014 at 10:00 PM

    I'm so glad they reminded you. Great piece.

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  4. Stacey ShubitzOctober 8, 2014 at 3:24 PM

    And what an important reminder it is! Glad you got back to having some fun.

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