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 | Random ideas and Poems  [E] Just thoughts, I am not really a Poet I just write and if it works then all well and good.  |
| (3.5)| Congratulations, StoneHeart! Monday marked completion of your first year aboard our International Inspiration Station, aka Writing.Com. The following observations are offered in the spirit of friendly camaraderie and constructive support, but they are nothing more than one person's opinions, so take them or leave them for whatever you think they may be worth. TITLE: The title of a composition is like the marquee on a theater. If there is nothing to spark some interest, the prospective reader is probably not going to enter. The sign on this gateway captured my attention with its intriguing twist on an old song title. NARRATIVE: We are all born with a need to use our imagination to express ideas. Can you imagine a toddler painting "pictures" on the wall with chocolate pudding? That creative spirit shows itself in many forms--from writing, painting and singing to gardening, woodworking and computer programming. In all these ways and many more, people find their own unique way to express themselves. They transform visions created in their minds into creative art. The urge to imagine and invent affects all of us. Indulging that impulse is a natural instinct that turns labor into pleasure. As writers, we convert those images into words on the page. Creativity thrives on experimentation and exploration. It lives on discovery, and readers read to discover. As creative writers, we must let our imaginations lead us through their mysterious wanderings to that point of unveiling, like a special gift  being examined, shaken to see if it rattles, and finally unwrapped. We must develop a sense of wonder and curiosity that can be attained only through practice. The words invade our consciousness and provoke a sensitivity to their interaction, as we flex our writing muscles. Practice does not always mean tedious work; in this case, it’s more like play. Writers begin by experimenting with words and phrases, just as a child becomes entranced by the various possible configurations possible with the sticks and spools in a box of TinkerToys. In her book “The Artist’s Way,” Julia Cameron introduces a tool she calls “morning pages.” Morning pages are three pages of long-hand writing, strictly stream-of-consciousness, written first thing in the morning before you become engrossed in the demands of your daily routine. There is no wrong way to do these morning pages, so you don’t have to worry about that critic in your mind telling you it’s nothing but drivel. Just pick up your pen and start writing. If you can’t think of anything else, write about all that negativism your critic is spouting. This will get your creative juices flowing and release all that angry, whiny, petty stuff that stands between you and your creativity. It can also be a pathway to a strong and clear sense of self. OVERALL IMPRESSION: You have clearly demonstrated an understanding of these concepts. Keep working to polish this nugget into the fantastic gem that it can be with a little TLC. Here's wishing you fair winds as you continue to navigate this universe known as Writing.Com. Let the creativity flow from your soul!  Dave "The Poet's Place " * All items are rated in accordance with the guidelines provided in "Comment-In-A-Box" . My review has been submitted for consideration in "Good Deeds Get CASH!" .
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