I write because...

You ask, why do I write?

 I will answer:

I write because I have an experience to share. Maybe it is something that happened to me today. Perhaps it is an occasion to celebrate, or a memory to share. It is meaningful to me and I feel that in sharing it, someone who reads can relate to it. Sometimes it can be helpful for someone who goes through a similar situation that I faced in the past. By reading what I write about how I handled it, someone may find the encouragement to go on, or the solution to their problem.

I write because I need to vent. Something was not as expected and I need to just let it out. Speaking to customer service doesn't help, but somehow sharing my feelings with you give me the "out" that I need to feel relieved.

I write because I am happy. I am loved and I have someone to love. I have my husband, for the which I am most grateful. I have my children who give me joy beyond speaking. I have my Lord, who has loved me unconditionally and I want to share His love with others.

I write because my imagination has been sparked. I read an article that gave me inspiration to spread my wings and fly. I might fall flat on my face, but I can brush off and try again. Perhaps one try and I will soar. Maybe a poem brewing in my heart finally takes words and comes to life. Or a story my brain has been developing over time needs to be written on white pages to be read by those who need a good read, or inspiration for themselves.

I write because I want to share. Share a laugh, share a tear, share anger, share fear, share disgust, share love.

I write because.... I want to.

(Inspired by Audrey H.)