Why I Love to Write

People never have and possibly never will understand why I love to write. Teenagers don't seem capable of seeing all the beauty I find in writing. All the peace and comfort I find there is something that is hard to put into words, but I'll try. 

I love to write because I suppose I understand how difficult it can be to form our thoughts into some sort of mess that makes even a bit of sense. It can be challenging to speak everything we are feeling and all our little thoughts. Often times, we know exactly what we want to say but just don't know how. On other occasions, it is nearly impossible to word our thoughts because we don't even know exactly what they are.. That's one of the struggles that comes with being human I guess. We have all these feelings and complicated thoughts that run through our minds on the daily. 

I love writing so much because I know exactly what I'm putting onto the paper. Nothing even needs to come out of my mouth. The words can just flow from my brain, through my hands, and out onto the papers before me. They don't all need to make sense at one time. My thoughts can be scattered and confusing and that is okay. 

I also love writing, because it gives me a place to channel all my ideas. I find fiction works to be extremely fascinating because they are just that: fiction. The people being written about aren't real and the fictitious stories you read aren't something that ever happened. An actual human's brain thought up of this entire scenario and gave characters life and created a beautiful tale. The whole world inspires me and there is so much to write about so why not get started? 

I love being able to live my own life and surround myself with love from family and friends and go on adventures. Then, I can take all these very real emotions and memories and alter them and apply them to a piece of writing. It leaves for endless opportunities and stories to be told. 

I find words to be so beautiful. Of course, there are some nasty, hateful words, but others are so meaningful and lovely. Why not use these words and put them together to create something magical?

Because.. Admit it.. Good books exist. Sometimes books that are capable of changing lives. Whether you're a fan of reading or not, I'm sure there must be some book you've enjoyed at least a little. A story that you can think about right now and smile at the way it impacted you. I know I can. I love books and that's probably why I love writing. As a child, I had stacks of books. As a teenager, I still have piles of books and a stuffed book shelf. I'm all for technology and the Ebooks that have developed are incredible, but nothing will ever be more comforting than a book with worn pages. Pages that hold something within them are my favorite. I love to look back on some of my old books and see coffee or faded food stains. The crinkle on a page from a tear drop. Memories folded into real books with actual pages are something that can never be replaced, no matter how much technology evolves.

So, yes, I'm grateful I was pushed to read as a child because it gives me so much joy as a teenager today. I know that it will continue to be a source of light and happiness in my life into the future. Thanks to reading, I've learned to love writing. Perhaps you enjoy writing as well, or maybe this is the most ridiculous post you've ever read. Writing? Who likes writing? While I'm not sure of your opinion on writing, I know you're now sure of mine. I appreciate everyone who reads this blog of mine, and am astounded each time I post something new by the amount of people who read this from around the world. Thank you so, so much, and I hope to keep writing for a very long time. Until next time xxx.