“Hey Siri, am I a writer?”
“I’m sorry, I didn’t quite catch that. Could you repeat that?”
“Am I a WRI-TER?”
“I really couldn’t say.”
Couldn’t she just reply, “Anyone who writes is a writer!” (I’ll keep asking her; she changes her answers frequently)?
To BE a writer, I must write. For many weeks at the beginning of this year I had a daily prompt. It ended with a change of seasons. Finding a balance in life is not always an easy task; particularly when you have a true desire to do one thing well and often. Writing is listed in my “to do’s” for each week just like an item on a grocery list. And when a surprise gift of time occurs, I immediately feel the urge to write. Each morning, as soon as my prayer ends, the words swirl. It should be as easy as 1,2, and 3…just like A to Z.
What do you see from A to B? Do you feel anything from C to D? Can E and F stir your soul? Will G and H make you whole? I and J might not go well, Then things might change with K and L. Should M and N change your heart, Use O and P and then restart. You’ll learn again at Q and R, By S and T, you’ve come so far. Could U and V still make you grow? At W and X will you plateau? By the end who will you be? Y all that matters is the Z. Remember what you’ve learned and heard, Use wisdom when you select your word. What you live from A to Z Will one day be your legacy.
Have faith 💚
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Loved this. That last line really stood out to me. “What you live from A to Z will one day be your legacy.”
Thanks for sharing this 💙
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Thank you for your kind words 💚
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Hello Siri? You may have basic answers, but you always lack heart. You truly ARE a writer! A-Z means everything to me…you just put it into words, yet again. Wow!! Keep the words flowing on to paper…write away.. Amazing!
Your legacy shines through. I’m a Q- Z, just wait and see. I am also your biggest fan…. your poetry is is a masterpiece. Love you….Kriddy
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Wow Kristy. As my twin you’ve always encouraged me. I will keep writing and thank you for being my biggest fan~I’m yours. ❤️💚💕🤗
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I love you A-Z everything in between is a bonus. Love always J❤️
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❤️ 143 F A
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Very creative and fun post!
Read your poem to Siri, then ask her again if you’re a writer. Or a poet. The proof is in your poetry.
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Thank you Rebecca. I appreciate your comment. ”Hey Siri”…💚
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Over the years, I have that time and space are the two most important elements of the writing life. When I was galloping through each day I felt so harried that I could hardly think, much less write.
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Great advice Laurie 💚 I’m looking to gain both of those to concentrate on writing for a while. Thank you!
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Best of luck! Often very difficult to find the time and space.
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Yes, I made a huge decision. I’m downsizing from my current RV to a Class C and begin next year in a different state ~working my way around to write and travel. It’s taking a lot of planning but Gods on my side. 💚
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That is a huge decision! A big cost-saver, I bet, to downsize.
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Well, I’ve downsized many times and everything I currently own is in a 50 sq ft storage or my 35 ft camper. Lol
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Impressed!
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That’s kind. When I lost a lot, it seemed I found the “most” 💚
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If you write, you are a writer – keep writing ✍️
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Thank you my friend-you’re an inspiration! 💚
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Love your poem…
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Thank you Eliza! ❣
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Love the poem that is so clever. Yes, you are definitely a writer!
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Thank you so much for the kind words!
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Since I’ve met you here in BloggyVille, K.L., the reader in me says you are most definitely a writer.
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Thank you SO much Mark! Take that, Siri!
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Very lovely poem. ❤ Don't worry about whether you're a writer or not. Just write. ❤
I had to try that out. What I came away with is Siri doesn't hear very well. She thought I said, "rider." Her answer, "I really couldn't say, Martha." When I asked her again, pronouncing "write-er" carefully she said, "I have no opinion on that." So she has opinions?
"Doubt not, O poet, but persist. Say, 'It is in me, and shall out.' Stand there, baulked and dumb, stuttering and stammering, hissed and hooted, stand and strive, until, at last, rage draw out of thee that dream-power which every night shows thee is thine own; a power transcending all limit and privacy, and by virtue of which a man is the conductor of the whole river of electricity. Nothing walks, or creeps, or grows, or exists, which must not in turn arise and walk before him as exponent of his meaning. Comes he to that power, his genius is no longer exhaustible. All the creatures, by pairs and by tribes, pour into his mind as into a Noah's ark, to come forth again to people a new world. This is like the stock of air for our respiration, or for the combustion of our fireplace, not a measure of gallons, but the entire atmosphere if wanted. And therefore the rich poets, as Homer, Chaucer, Shakspeare, and Raphael, have obviously no limits to their works, except the limits of their lifetime, and resemble a mirror carried through the street, ready to render an image of every created thing." Ralph Waldo Emerson, "The Poet"
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Siri has some facts but seems to lack the life experience I look for in counsel 🧐. I’ve read and re-read the Emerson quote. It’s perfect. 💚 “stock of air” “limits of their lifetime “…yesterday I mustered more strength to get on a trail. A friend, celebrating her 63rd bday, visited with me. I shared some new plans in my life (which will undoubtedly propel my dream of writing daily) and she said, “the only thing holding you back is YOU”. Thank you always for encouragement. I imagine you sharing this walking the Big Empty ❤️💕🤗🐶
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I asked Siri if she dreams of electric sheep and she said she dreams of flying. For real. They’ve programs some Philip K. Dick allusions into that thing.
As for writing, the only person in the world it matters to is you. So why not do it? Even if you end up rich and famous, and people make money from your work, the reality is that it’s still you. ❤ Do it for love.
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That Siri is something else 🥰. And so are you. 💚❤️🤗 do everything in love right? ❣️
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Yes. There is no other reason to do anything. ❤
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Martha, I love the Emerson quote! Thank you for sharing it. Cheryl
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You’re very welcome. ❤
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LOL! Way to go! A very creative write, K.L.💕☕️☕️🍂
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Thank you my friend! 💕☕️✍🏻 sip sip hooray!
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May I reblog?
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What an honor! Yes! I’m humbled 🥰
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Hi there K.L. I am double humbled! Hope you have been well and keeping safe…💐🍃 Have a Blessed Day!!
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Aww 😍 I’m staying very busy and yes, so far very safe! And I hope you are too!
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Excellent! Do have a great day! Loving Cheers! 🍃🌺💗🌺🎈🎈🍃
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Well of course, after this wonderful piece, you are going to have to keep writing!
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Thank you Eddie! I will!
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Very creative. You definitely have a gift. Please keep entertaining with your writing. You made me smile today. Thank you for sharing. Stay safe.
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Thank you for your kind words Chief! ❣
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This poem was so beautiful to read. It at first seems so simple, but the complexity behind each line I could come back to again, and again, and find new nuances to ponder.
It is one of the most important things in life. We are a dancer because we dance. We are a baker because we bake. We are a musician because we play music. We are an artist because we paint/sculpt/create. We are a writer because we write. As simple as that. Thank you for reminding me of this. I’m almost finished the first draft of my first book, and it is a really exciting time.
Keep on keeping on being awesome. 🙂
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Thank you for your support and comments. It delights me that you found the nuances behind the “life” lines. Isn’t that we want as writers? Or dancers? Or bakers?….to connect. Congratulations on your accomplishment! I hope to one day share the same. I appreciate you! 😊
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LOVE this!! How clever you are! BIG SMILE!! xo
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Aww! So you know, I’ve never thought of myself as clever so this made my heart smile huge! And here’s a fact that will make you smile: I grew up in Clever, Missouri. My parents still live there! Hugs and blessings 🤗💕
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ROFLMAO! Really? Now what made me think and write clever? Oh that is just so funny!! Teehee …… (((HUGS))) xo
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Tee hee!!!!! It’s true!! 😂🥰🤗
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Wow! I enjoyed your prose Karla with its creative spirit as well as taking us on a journey with a writer. You are right on about a writer’s words bring her legacy. Sometimes, our day takes off when we move beyond the “A” moment and find the next word.
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Thank you for your encouragement and kind words! ❣️
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KL, loved the poem! Don’t pay Siri any mind! She isn’t even very good at locating the movie I want to watch! I like the A-Z theme and the reminder that what we write is a legacy. All the best! Cheryl
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Thank you so much Cheryl for the encouragement! Karla ❣️
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I love what you did with the alphabet here. That may sound funny, but, in order from A to Z, I simply see a bunch of letters. Your poem made me think about the journey in between. That is the sign of a gifted writer – taking people on a journey with not just words AND letters.
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Thank you for the kind words Matthew. I appreciate your encouragement so much!
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Wonderfully spun! Hugs to you writer-girl!!
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Wow, what a creative way to lay ’em letters all out! Amusing and fun writing indeed!
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Thank you so much!!!!
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In the post each line taught us . Nice and genuine post. Hale , friend thanks for following.
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Thank you so much. And thank YOU for following as well. 💚
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