Why “Write Your Heart”

Why “Write Your Heart”

Writing in itself may be a solitary activity, but being a writer is not.

Community is important, and as humans, we acknowledge this in the many communities we are a part of: family, friends, neighborhoods, church, sport activities and clubs, and many more. The communities that we immerse ourselves in help us to grow and become better than we would be on our own.

An Uncomfortable Calling

An Uncomfortable Calling

In all honesty, the calling to write is uncomfortable. When you’re a kid, being a “gifted writer,” as some teachers would say, is great. The teachers love it, you get used to the accolades and winning Young Writer Awards, and your plan is to one day be a writer. It’s not as simple after that….