Don't know what it is. Depression?
Lately, yes. Jealousy? Yes - others
make it look easy, this putting words
to page. Mine will not come easily,
anymore. Have to struggle, have to
pull them out. Is it because most of
them are about storms? All I know:
nature's and life's darkening my sky
and poetry. Read at my own risk,
these lines pouring out of a beaten
soul, who just wants to be good at
something, who wants to see the sun.
to see the sun, you must but look up, Karla -- skill is a tenuous word with fleeting properties -- all, relative to time and place -- these words were written by a man of some considerable notoriety, Johnny Cash -- I find there is application in any number of endeavors -- particularly my attempts to write poetry -- from his song," Songs That Make A Difference" -- "keep it from the heart, and down to earth, sing the songs that make a difference, give us all our money's worth" -- words to inspire poets -- much love and peace my dear friend -- JMW
I often wonder where exactly I fit in...I am not a writer, although I enjoy it when things fall into place. I guess I am a mother, but sometimes I wish I was more...
My point... We all wish we were good at something, but you, Karla...you are a writer, a wonderful one.
Cryssa
You are good at something. You write like an avenging angel. I like that. And you can't see the sun if you're looking into it. Look to the right. No, wait, make that the left. There's nothing but darkness on the Right.
Unless you are inside someone else's head, you can not know what comes easily to them and what they have had to delve deep within themselves for, to find a word or two to spill onto the page. It can be very depressing when we want so badly to express ourselves in writing and the words just won't come. It happens to me a lot too, but I find if I force it, they never see the light of day ... they will come in their own time. Write what you know, what you love and just let it flow as it will for all of us to enjoy. I hope the words come to you quickly and easily. What happens after the storms? Perhaps you could tell us? Best of luck and hugs, Elizabeth :)
Ugh, you have my deepest sympathy. Depression is a stealer of life and makes everything so much harder than it needs to be. Gone is the joy, the colors of life are gray. Ugh. May you put this behind you quickly. Just write. Anything. What ever pops into mind. It helps pull you out. God Bless. hugs Liz
If I could hug you and encourage you in some tangible way you know I would do it. A blank page like a blank canvas can be intimidating. I have found that it is especially helpful to me to see them as God's template and to put down anything at all, inspiration comes by taking that first step, like Aaron who had to take that first step to cross the Red sea, or the Reed seas as some believe now. Still there are days in which I struggle. All part of the human condition. Love and hugs, J'nia
You are already shining like a moon dear Karla. take problems just like clouds and know that they can´t stop a moon from glowing. your brother abdi-noor
"...Read at my own risk..." what a clever title and what a flow of thoughts that have nothing in common with storms.
You shouldn't deprecate your work, there is no bad writing, just bad readers and pompous literary critics.
We love what you write, maybe we are weird readers :-) LOL
I think you have a lot of talent but even this write shows that you can write about a variety of subjects and themes and should not limit ourself to one theme...let your mind explore all avenues...
Karla,
You're so sweet. Maybe you put too much pressure on yourself. I don't write everyday. I think about writing everyday, but life has a way of tamping out a creative spirit. As writers, our brains automatically know when to shut down. Lots of folks call it 'writer's block'. I recognize this required shut down and embrace it. Writing is in the soul and heart...it doesn't go away. You have nothing to prove. Time and time again, your writing has stirred my senses, taught me lessons, and decorated my mind! Take that required break and don't feel guilty for it:) Love and Hugs,
Sheila
Love to read your writes Karla. You do an awesome job. I think you're just being too hard on yourself my friend. You just keep on pluggin' gal and God bless.
Dear Karla, You are good and beautiful, your words are great and filled with heart. Close your eyes, imagine your greatest hopes, and write them while you live them. Warmth and Love to you, Carin'
Some have it so easy naturally; others do not... When we struggle it is usually because we are not so confident...Who cares? Let it go...be you Karla...and I love the idea that perhaps you should ADOPT another part of the sky... and RAINBOWS are so inspiring and beautiful...and CLOUDS look like people and animals and things...wonderful ideas come from them! The SUN is SO radiant, and also has so many positives... There are SEASONS for everything!!!! Who knows...??? You may end up finding another side to your creative and fantastic mind... YOUR PHOTOS are always awesome... so... why not take pix's of those things... the beauty is not just in the thunder and lightening (altho I do love them myself...really love them)...and you don't have to give up on that aspect...afterall...that is who you are...Now.. be a Positive Light Spinner... we are waiting! hugs, lindalaw
Karla...your words in this poem come from within...it is awesome! I am always soooo afraid to post...I usually cringe when I hit the final button..crazy huh?...we can be so hard on ourselves. Keep them coming...as I will keep reading,,,the sun will shine!
Love,
Christine
Karla, there are times like that and it is in those times that we seek the Lord, I usually tell myself it must be happening because something good is bout to happen, and it usually is. I love you and so do your friends here at the den, whatever you write sad or happy is always beautiful. your pen is endless Xoxoxoxoxo
I just wish I knew what to do to bring the sunny days back to your face. Write what you know; write what you love (excepting when it comes to tornadoes! LOL). I love your stormspun writings as well as all of your other words. You are the poet, not me.
(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :(
Very well written, and I love that piccy! You ARE the TRUE StormSpinner! That piccy proves it! :D
You are Karla, sometimes we've just got to replish our well...take some time to just love Karla...be kind to her, be gentle, tell her its okay, it will come...I was in the same place just a short time ago, thought I'd never write another poem...Walla, two weeks later, I couldn't shut it off....love and hugs, Bonnie
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My point... We all wish we were good at something, but you, Karla...you are a writer, a wonderful one.
Cryssa
as your heart and soul
Where they originate
Keep writing Karla
Love & peace be with you
William
You are always in my daily prayers - you still can pen with the best of them my friend!!
Hugs,
Lance
With Love,
Cindy
My prayers are with you, my prayers are with Karen as well. You will get through this with the help of the Lord!
In Chrsts Love
Michelle~
Your either in the middle of a storm, or just coming out or just going in. And then ... it starts all over again.
peace and love, Carole~
Love,
Becca~
You shouldn't deprecate your work, there is no bad writing, just bad readers and pompous literary critics.
We love what you write, maybe we are weird readers :-) LOL
Georg
But you've done good with this one!!!
Sandie Angel :o)
Feee
You're so sweet. Maybe you put too much pressure on yourself. I don't write everyday. I think about writing everyday, but life has a way of tamping out a creative spirit. As writers, our brains automatically know when to shut down. Lots of folks call it 'writer's block'. I recognize this required shut down and embrace it. Writing is in the soul and heart...it doesn't go away. You have nothing to prove. Time and time again, your writing has stirred my senses, taught me lessons, and decorated my mind! Take that required break and don't feel guilty for it:) Love and Hugs,
Sheila
Love,
Christine
Many years ago, in a course on Advertizing, the instructor said there were always TWO ways to emulate Success - COPY IT - or - DO THE OPPOSITE!
Search for a few SUNBEAMS & RAINBOWS - and ADOPT THEM!
TOM.
I just wish I knew what to do to bring the sunny days back to your face. Write what you know; write what you love (excepting when it comes to tornadoes! LOL). I love your stormspun writings as well as all of your other words. You are the poet, not me.
(((HUGS))) and much love, your twin, Karen Lynn. :(
Very well written, and I love that piccy! You ARE the TRUE StormSpinner! That piccy proves it! :D