The stimulating scent of the ink.
The tantalizing texture of the paper.
The fantastic feeling of freedom
of the wondrous written word.
In this splendid space I escape Cerebral Palsy for a while.
I have infinite independence through intellect, my creative communiqué.
For this capability I am absolutely appreciative!

To struggle through to the finish at a frantically, forceful rhythm
and finally identify and convey the impressions that cascade throughout my consciousness!!
To know I have the glorious gift to articulate the reflective ramblings within the core of heart and soul is an absolutely awe-inspiring feeling!
To get these intense imaginings out of my mind's eye and onto the page
is a amazing sensation of success that only other writers truly understand!

The implication of taking pleasure in writing is that it transports me to unique internal setting where confines of physical condition do not disquiet me!
The act of writing is for me legitimate liberation from my limitations!
I sit... I reflect... I become immersed in my thoughts... I write,
I become profoundly peaceful within myself.

Catherine MacDonald
Copyright © April 2nd, 2002