Why Keep on Writing?

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Posted on October 8th, 2009 in Writing by deep blue

A writer’s dilemma about the purpose behind the written word.

The essence of writing is more than what we realize considering its essence during these harsh times. When people ask you, what are you doing? You reply, “I’m writing something” …then the probabilities would be you will be asked if you’re earning from it or if it means to be for something big, like a business proposal or feasibility study for a promising business venture or in simplified terms, a scientific or mathematical equation to explain the woes of the world ( I don’t know if there is really something like it).

My writing career has its beginning way back at secondary grade when my cousin from Manila sent me a gift back in my hometown where I was studying. It was a small notebook with dated pages with a cover which reads ” My Diary”. I took it a bit corny at first writing in the classic style which starts like,”Dear Diary…” but soon afterwards I got used to it I had improved my English without even trying. I did write about my first high school crush and how I got my first love letter openly accepted. The downside however happened beyond my expectations, my mother caught me writing how I experimented on planting cannabis seeds at the basement room of our house and I was nearly expelled at school suspected being the supplier of the dreaded drug menace. Being the Homeroom President at my freshmen class, I was placed on probation for months until I have cleared my name as those among merely curious occasional users. But the point to that near tragedy was my writing took its course.

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When I was in college, I assumed my writing into a journal entry form and realize my words were my best companions in times of distress. I need not have anybody to talk to, I only need to recover my journal and read my entries then I would be relieved. Imagine being on your own best moods and the events that triggered such state of being and writing it when it happened (or came across your mind) and returning to recall it by reading your log entries at the lowest ebb of your spirits. You have a guidance counselor by yourself and you only need to look at the mirror and smile about it (just be careful not to be caught talking at yourself when you’re alone).

You will be amazed to write down your hopes and aspirations on an entry and return to it years hence realizing how time altered your plans. There you will realize how you could get off course with your goals when you “navigate” by your mind alone. So when you come to think about what should keep you writing, it’s plain and simple, you only need to be aware of something big happening in your life when it does. You wouldn’t want to be another stereotype billionaire rising up from the rubbles and still accumulating wealth until the collapse of the economy forces you to commit suicide don’t you? It’s plain and simple, life’s gifts come when we’re least aware of it. As much as God may have given us all our wishes, our drive for them may have extinguished itself when such gifts come to be realized.

Writing is an individual responsibility and is not confined to come up with a fabulous topic to attain a thousand hits and wide readership. It is a must for us human beings with an average-sized brain that is susceptible to be corrupted outside and inside much like a desktop hard drive’s data which could be erased by some virus. Always inspired by crippled and disabled people who have achieved more with their lives despite their conditions, I couldn’t let my normal, mundane life deprive my brain to the point that a single, delayed, declined article would stop me from this act. The world is of course unfair, for if it is fair, you will be embarrassed to see us look the same way, feel the same way and act in a predictable manner. The sheer indifference is just what I need really to come up with this writing so thanks, Triond. So now it may be clear to see why I keep on writing and to whom I am writing this for. If I have shared a point or two, I will be much relieved.

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29 Responses to “Why Keep on Writing?”

Darla Smith
October 8th, 2009 at 8:46 am

Very nice article.
raman13
October 8th, 2009 at 8:59 am

GREAT PIECE OF WORK

INTERESTING

BEST REGARDS
Christine Ramsay
October 8th, 2009 at 9:14 am

I used to write in a diary and realised when looking back at it that it just containing endless rantings from rather an unhappy time in my life. I decided to dispose of it before it could hurt anyone’s feelings. I generally write about much happier things these days. A well written and interesting piece.

Christine
ken bultman
October 8th, 2009 at 9:14 am

You may be much relieved. You are always welcome to share points of view with this reader.
MMV Abad
October 8th, 2009 at 9:21 am

We all feel the same. Writing is also an outlet to me and very helpful for my cousins too. I used to write excuse letter for them and love letters for their girlfriends lol (no kidding). Writing can be a bug. I am so glad I am not alone. good post, friend.
chitragopi
October 8th, 2009 at 9:25 am

One of the best articles I have ever read on writing. Thank you for sharing your great thoughts.
diamondpoet
October 8th, 2009 at 9:32 am

I was away from my family and needed an outlet, so I picked up a notebook and started writing poetry, that was about 6 years ago, and I have been writing ever since. Thanks for sharing,
B Nelson
October 8th, 2009 at 9:47 am

I never was one much for writting until I got a job writting a pet column for a newspaper. I no longer do that (I moved away) but now my information reaches more people, or at least has the potential to, as does yours. Well said.
Melody Arcamo Lagrimas
October 8th, 2009 at 10:36 am

I can certainly relate. Nice topic.
CHAN LEE PENG
October 8th, 2009 at 12:01 pm

You’re so right, my friend! Keep it up! You’ve my suport! Thanks!
Lady Sunshine
October 8th, 2009 at 2:19 pm

Writing can free you…writing is an extension of your unconscious…oh sorry, I’m getting carried away…lol. Writing is good for the human soul. And if it touches or moves someone, well that’s just something else. Nice one, Blue.
Mystify
October 8th, 2009 at 4:21 pm

What a wonderful way to look at writing!I too believe that by writing you have your own personal counsellor and guide.You can find solace in your own words that no person could actually give to you.Apart from a dream journal I never had a journal but since I was a kid I used both negative and postive thoughts to write poetry and stories.It truly is amazing how at first you can feel completely depressed and then you engulf yourself into writing something and just by writing it you feel better.This was an absolute joy to read Will and thanks for sharing some of your life, very heartfelt and truthful.You have my like without any doubt.Loved it!!
Guy Hogan
October 8th, 2009 at 4:47 pm

Keeping a journal is not only a great way to record your growth as a writer but it’s also a great way to record your growth as a person.
nobert soloria bermosa
October 8th, 2009 at 5:52 pm

so true and inspiring,we do have some likeness I would say…keep it up kabayan
deep blue
October 8th, 2009 at 6:13 pm

Thanks for all your comments, I’m more than relieved. It’s amusing how I came up with this article after watching my submission on pending for nearly a day I finally got it deleted out of embarrassment. Tragedy teaches us a way if we see beyond it. Most of all to thanks to Guy Hogan for his article yesterday which gave me an idea what to write; writing itself nonetheless.
Monica Sappleton
October 9th, 2009 at 12:30 am

Writing is cathartic in that it relieves the mind of negative experiences. The mind tends to become relieved when painful emotions of the heart are dispelled. But more importantly, writing sets the tone for new growth in your brain cells.
Monica.
Francois Hagnere
October 9th, 2009 at 3:20 am

I totally agree with you, my friend. Writing is a way of sharing with virtual readers what you sometimes cannot share in real life. And one day you meet the right person who understands and shares for real. This is the miracle of writing. Although with time what you have written seems obsolete, it reflets a moment in our life and life is made of little moments of joy and sadness.
Very best wishes,
François
J J Neuman
October 9th, 2009 at 6:02 am

Some very profound thoughts here…I enjoyed your perspective and really agree that “life’s gifts come when we’re least aware of it.”
sexyme
October 9th, 2009 at 12:37 pm

we leave our thoughts behind

so that others read them

ignore them and then do the same

please read my article/ poem /comments on

PREMARITAL SEX

you will know what I mean
sexyme
October 10th, 2009 at 9:23 am

second hit

Keep on
As it is when one is on
He is really on
When one is out
The fire is also out.

When we want to convey
Messages of love
We must love amply display
So stay on my friends
Life has a number of days
When one will get off
None can say
Have a good day
Also like me
Simply write poetry today.

See I am on
You are out
I am on
So I am better no doubt.
Over take me if you can
Be ye a woman or man.
Atikin
October 11th, 2009 at 4:21 am

Completely agree with what you are saying especially saying that writing is like ‘individual responsibilty’. That is so true. The fire for wanting to write is within us but all we have to do is ignite it. As a writer, every writer will want to continue to write if it is in their blood. Really good article and you make a really good point!
Goodselfme
October 11th, 2009 at 10:38 am

Spoken like a great writer. Tx for such a wealth of information too.
Lostash
October 11th, 2009 at 6:33 pm

Words are very powerful things, and if you HAVE to write then of course you MUST write! I enjoyed this piece!
Ruby Hawk
October 11th, 2009 at 7:47 pm

iIkept journals for years but gradually got out of the habit. It’s fun to look back and see what you wrote about years ago.
lillyrose
October 13th, 2009 at 4:42 am

Nicely done. You are a very passionate man! I did used to keep a note book with daily mumbling in it. Hahah If I released it now I would be sent away in a straight jacket, with the men dressed in white by my side.x

Great article honey.
richard wing
October 13th, 2009 at 3:07 pm

Well written and great points you make. You, others and I would still keep writing if somehow the internet was unattainable. I’m like a motherless child without my notebooks and pen I carry with me around the house. You’ve established yourself quite well DB. I’m glad I’ve have the opportunity to know you and read your work. Very reflective piece and again, well written!
Anne McNew
October 14th, 2009 at 5:33 am

Great post. I write and write and write, too because I feel like I don’t want those ideas to stock in my mind.. It’s my way too of stress management.
sunshine926
October 29th, 2009 at 12:38 am

Very good article and inspirational. I like how you wrote about the disabled people and their accomplishments.
CutestPrincess
November 5th, 2009 at 10:33 am

Love your thoughts and absolutely resonate with them.