A Gem in the Rough

I found myself writing, just writing.  Meandering on about that tree again!  When I opened my laptop the next day I was pleasantly surprised... my meandering paid off- there were several wonderful nuggets... building blocks of a poem.  I may be onto something here!

Mystique of the Maple

There is a tree that played an important role in my life... at first light I would go to the front door of the farmhouse and gaze at it.  Yes, that's right, I gazed at it.  Why?  It's enduring beauty with every season of the year for sure, but mostly because it stood tall and strong 24/7.  It provoked emotions and gave me strength as I stood and viewed its beauty when it rained, snowed and when the wind howled.  That's when I realized the parallels between us.  The mystique of the maple...  I am writing about it and doing research as well.  Next is a visit.  And although it lives nearly 2 hours away, I will visit and gaze...

Memories, memories

Looking through my list of snippets and two items stood out.  I couldn't stop writing... all from memory.  Why rely on just memory?  Field trip just jumped to the top of my list!  Gas, check- Wawa coffee, check-  notebooks and pens, check-  iPod for pics and voice memos, check... I believe I am all set!

Resources Gathered

Driving home from my Atlanta trip, my head was reeling with things to do, but I couldn't recall whether the resource I needed was in a Word document or writers group notebook. I have found myself in this situation many times, but this time I have decided to do something about it!  I am going to take the time to gather and organize my resources, writing materials and setup a proper writing desk.  Yes, there will be times, like now, when I sit with my laptop and the television on ... right now watching Zen on PBS and how it makes this daunting task enjoyable.  I didn't realize I had this many resources!

Life After Atlanta

A perfect trip... at peace and feeling renewed.  Pulling things together as we near the deadline for publication of the group's anthology.  Small details can pile up!  Help from a trusted writer friend on poem shorts and branding.  I feel so motivated.  Unfortunately right now is not about writing but regrouping with renewed motivation, getting organized and waiting publication.  BTW, pen, paper and iPod at the ready to jot down thoughts as the muse moves through my mind at lightning speed.

Inspiration

I have been really busy... reading and learning Tumblr.  Inspiration abounds!  I love this space of peace, falling into poems and navigating its magic!

For the next week+ I will be traveling... through some beautiful countryside and cities alike.  Notebook, pen and iPod at the ready!

Author Bio... check!

Writing about yourself is difficult but I finished.  My bio will grow with me as I evolve as a poet.