I'm speaking to myself. I keep coming back to this theme and I would like to tell myself that I want to encourage others to write (and of course I do), but I need these prompts more than you do. My goodness, I've taught dozens of workshops encouraging people to write, to journal, to remember on paper.
And I've slipped away. I've procrastinated and put off and been sporadic at best. But there is so much clarity, so much satisfaction in putting the words down.
A reader shared this quote by Elisabeth Eliott on my last post which I seem to relate to very well (thank you, Lorrie)...
"You don't really know what you're thinking until you write it down"
But for now, no more computer writing. Gotta get packed up to take the kids camping tonight...and clean for mom-in-law coming...whoa, gotta go!
Here's the song playing my mind today...may your Easter weekend be filled with grace.
thank you for the nudge. so right that I love what I have written and so glad I had, but such a struggle to do so. Note of encouragement: my daughter who is almost 33 now told me once she wants me to leave her my journals so to her the writing is important. I so love your blog and your honesty and your art. May you be blessed. Penny
Posted by: Penny Pudge | 09 April 2009 at 09:32
have a wonderful weekend outdoors with your sweet family! xoC
Posted by: charlotte | 09 April 2009 at 11:24
Have fun camping!! And Happy Easter!
Posted by: Carrie~LoLaEnChAnTeD~ | 09 April 2009 at 11:59
What a beautiful blog you have here - it delights every sense! Have added you to my blog list because you inspire me so much!
Have a happy weekend, best wishes, Carolyn
Posted by: Carolyn | 09 April 2009 at 12:21
I really loved your latest article in Somerset Studio. You are so inspirational and I have featured you several times on my past blog posts. your ears must be burning. Happy Easter to you and family! with awe and admiration, tj09
Posted by: Terri | 09 April 2009 at 12:47
oh you have rearranged ~i like it!
thanks for encouraging words . elk
love
the
song
!
Posted by: ELK | 09 April 2009 at 13:50
two posts featuring images of your created journals in one week--dont spoil me!!
i love them
& honestly, i love to write my thoughts especially in r.s. creations
happy easter to you too
xo
Posted by: paige | 09 April 2009 at 15:09
Happy Easter, sweet girl! May it be blessed with family goodness. ;) L-O-V-E that little journal book... Total greatness!
Hugs,
Shannon
Posted by: Faith and Chocolate | 09 April 2009 at 19:18
Thanks so much for encouraging us to be mindful of the importance of words, and for giving us such a lovely example of just how powerful they can be in the song on your blog.
Anne-Liesse
Posted by: Anne-Liesse Ankeny | 09 April 2009 at 20:29
Beautiful Journals!! have fun camping!! Happy Easter!! Char
Posted by: Char4355 | 09 April 2009 at 20:46
Enjoy your weekend.... camping always soothes my soul.
Roban
Posted by: Roban | 10 April 2009 at 18:26
Rebecca, there is nothing like the power of words. When written down, they clear your mind and make the thoughts come to life
Cathy
Posted by: cathy | 10 April 2009 at 22:22
I love these last 2 blog entries. They are so true - Writing clarifies your thoughts, forces you to think, and the result is worth the effort, but sometimes we procrastinate. Your writing is inspirational, you have something of value and a wonderful way of saying things that makes it of value to more then you - So please take this as encouragement for more blogs entries. The same goes for your photos! Thank you for sharing your talent.
Posted by: Jeanne Selep | 12 April 2009 at 11:49