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    i used t write, alot. and it was something i loved to do.
    i'd enter competitions,
    save everything i wrote.
    ha, my main goal in life was to be a bestselling author.
    but then one day i thought, noones reading wat i'm writing, so why bother?

    so i havent really, seriously written anything in... lets say a long time.

    so i was wondering,
    has anybody here ever just stopped doing something you love
    just because it didn't feel worth it anymore?
    • CommentAuthor1_4_GOD
    • CommentTimeJun 8th 2009
     
    If it means something to you i'd say keep wrighting,
    if you need people to read it than send it to me,
    if you are looking for publicity, than send it to get edited, and/or get it published
    if its what you love keep doing it,

    God sees it, if you are wrighting, even just for God; to glorify Him, than do it with all your heart.

    I locve music, but lately i havent been doing anything with it, i hardly even just sit and listen, but ever so often, i do, and i feel so releaved, and peaceful, just sitting alone with God and listening to music, I finally changed the strings on my gutiar, but with out takign lessons it is still hard to find time to just sit and play what I know, music is the only external thing that ministers to the sole, complete peace sometimes.

    even though life gets hectic, if you find time to get away and do what you love, you will feel relaxed, if you wright to bring glory to God, even if no one reads it but Him, you might feel a peace,

    If it is what you love than do it, keep a note book, who knows one day someone might come across it, and your work will be famous,

    did this help?
    my ears are always open,

    1_4_GOD
    • CommentAuthorEmi
    • CommentTimeJul 6th 2009
     
    Yeah, i did that across most areas of my life about 6 years ago. I really regret it.

    I encourage you to continue it if you love it. That is it's worth/point- the joy you get from doing it.

    It's much harder to re-start doing something after you stop!

    I also agree with what 1_4_God said. :)
    • CommentAuthoribnfound
    • CommentTimeJul 15th 2009
     
    There's lots of reasons and styles to writing. If you love writing to express yourself, then it helps to keep a notebook to journal, or jot down ideas until you've got the time to actually sit down and write.

    There's some 'popular' writers out there that have weak grammar skills, but they lean heavy on talents of one or two people who's gifts in that area strengthen their own voice to print.

    Good writers and popular writers aren't always the same. I know some really REALLY good writers whom were shot down with no encouragement when in college. It took them a while (and experience) to garner confidence through a network of friends whom believed in their portion of the craft, who honestly critiqued and encouraged them to go forward.

    If you have a voice that has to be heard, even in an empty room, WRITE. Start small with goals. Take classes either physically or online. Get involved with online writing groups that are tailored to genres that you feel led to explore. There's lots of classes online, many free including itunes if you have an ipod. Another good resource often ignored is in home care facilities. Chock-full of retired folk, many are former teachers. Offer to start up a book group, pick their brains for ideas.

    If you REALLY feel led to write, identify why. If its to publish a book, reconsider. Check out bookstores in libraries, thrift stores. There's tons of books from people who got succured into bad publishing contracts or dumped life savings into self-publishing businesses hoping they'd be noticed. Most legitimate writers have tiny articles/stories published elsewhere until they not just learn their craft, but find that comfortable place where they understand, and stand confidently with their 'voice'.

    If you love to write, then WRITE. All the time. Get experience. Learn. Enjoy. But don't be afraid.

    Every person I know who writes books started writing when they were young children. Some, their formal education didn't start until much later, but none gave up.

    But in today's market, booksales are really off, and publishers are sweating a bit, as are many legitimate newspapers. So, the question you should ask yourself is WHY do you want to write?
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    hmmm. as always your input is greatly appreciated.
    i couldn't even type that with a straight face;
    i sound like an automated response.

    but seriously, thanxx guys.
    i'd really forgotten how much your encouragement helps.

    i think i will take you up on that 1_4_God,
    but my typing skills are somewhat lacking
    and i'm sorta rushed for time.

    Expect me back though!
    hopefully sooner this time...
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    oh, p.s. ibnfound,
    its cuz its something i love to do
    and i love the inspiration it brings.
    its just the way i are.