Life & Writing

I just realized today that even though this is a writing blog, I have never done a "Life and writing" post. I know that I covered some of the reasons why I started this blog in my introduction, but I haven't really gone into depth as to why I write.

Ever since I was younger, I have loved to write. Every English teacher I have ever had has told me that I am a good writer, I remember the first time that a teacher told me that I had writing talent was in 5th grade. My grade 6, 7, 8 and 10 teachers all said the same thing. (I had the same English teacher for grades 8 & 9 as well as 10 & 11)

Anyways, the positive encouragement that every teacher gave me really helped my writing confidence. I began to write more, just for fun, outside of school. Some of my friends think that that's weird, but I couldn't care less. To me, writing is like an escape. When I really get engrossed in an idea, I just can't stop writing. Of course, I am still learning new things all of the time about writing, but lately I have felt really confident about where I am at.

When I was younger, I considered going into a writing career, for a magazine or a publishing company, but of course, I wouldn't make that much money in those professions. Perhaps I will do it on the side.

My first novel ever was called "The Adventures of Dodger and Sasha" (Give me a break, I was 12!) The story was about a dog and a cat that run away from home and travel the world together. Of course, it wasn't the length of an average novel, and I don't think it's something that will ever be published, but it's definitely a mark in my past. Finishing that novel gave me the confidence to keep writing.

I've grown up a lot since those days, and now I write about more than dogs and cats. I love writing horror, suspense and romance. I always like to write about topics that I am passionate about, such as homosexual rights, marijuana legalization, etc.

I will never stop writing. While some people listen to music, watch movies, etc, I write to find peace. Don't get me wrong, those things are good too, but I find my place in writing.

You can check out some of my writing on Figment.com by clicking here.