I thought I needed a more interesting life,
So I sought out danger and I found you;
But you were an overdose of the medicine I needed —
You threatened my sanity.
Every time you got closer to me,
I felt like melting on the floor
Because you were too intense for me to resist.
When your lips were on my neck, feeling the pulse underneath,
I felt the adrenaline running through my veins,
Screaming to be unleashed — a passion so strong that
It could exterminate me.
You know how everyone tells you to write about what you know?
That’s a big fat lie that, if you have believed till now, you must erase from your system.
I’ve read many articles lately that suggest writers write about what they “know best,” as it is safer that way.
Well, if that’s what you think, I’m not judging you. In fact, I believed it, too. But now, I’ve come to a different conclusion: be daring! Dare to write about things you don’t know perfectly, or which you didn’t experience personally; write about things that might disturb the others, write harsh truths and soft apologies.
I think that, as a writer, one cannot evolve unless he attempts to write about problems that he cares about, although he wasn’t the subject of it.
I find the statement ridiculous now because only by trying to understand and write about a subject you don’t know well you can evolve. During my writing process, it happened several times that I wanted to insert paragraphs about things I didn’t know, but my character should have known. It’s alright — some research did the job. Indeed, it takes some time; it’s not like I click on the first link I see available and that’s it, but in the end, it was worth the struggle (not to mention I knew something new, too).
That brings me to my second point: every writer wants to have interesting characters, which are different from his previous works. At some point, you’ll want to write about a nurse, an accountant, a producer or a cinema star. I doubt you know indeed how their lives would look like (unless you know so many typologies of people that it’s not a problem for you to find out, in which case, would you mind giving me a call and let me know how you met all of them? Haha.), but it doesn’t have to stop you from writing them in a realistic manner.
Let’s make it clear: I don’t say that writing about what you know best is wrong; but if you write only about what you know, it might become boring for both you and the reader. Improvement comes from challenges, not from the comfort zone.
It’s hard, and I know it. But if you wish to be a good, life-time writer, it’s an insignificant obstacle and nothing more.
I missed you,
But I’ve realised after a while,
That it was not you that I missed,
But the feelings you ignited inside of me –
Passion, love, and peace;
However, when you left,
There was war within me,
And chaos was my crown,
You made me go mad in the head,
And numb in the heart.
There’s something wild
Inside of each of us,
Some kind of demon
Caged in a cell of skin,
And it tries to get free,
To get the worst of us
Show its face and rip us open,
Making our soul bleed.
Hello, guys! Do you know that moment when you’re trembling with delight because you finally receive a package you longed for? (Heh, no, of course, it’s “not” a particular situation.)
If you’re new to the blog, you might not know that I started learning Japanese and that I love the culture of this country – by the way, I don’t mean only the Anime and the cute stuff, although I indulge in these as well.
Interacting with a culture as much as possible is imperative when learning a new language. Firstly, because it makes the expectations more realistic; secondly, because it keeps you motivated to learn; thirdly, it’s a treat for yourself, like a high five with your brain, saying “Well done, buddy!”
A month ago I ordered two boxes – Japan Candy Box (which offered ten hand-picked sweets; I will review them soon) and Kawaii Box (which provided ten objects, but you wouldn’t know what they were until you received the box). Some people might be reluctant to order something they that comes such a surprise. I was too. However, I eventually said “Damn it! I want that effin’ box.”
I’m glad that I went for it.
I’m still trembling with delight as I’m writing this review. Imagine that as soon as I opened it and saw each object I simply sat down in front of the computer, not letting interrupt me, and started writing this. When something gives me the urge to write, now, that’s what I call something good.
You’re not here for my rambling, though (and if you are, well, I’d love to meet you in person and give you a hug for your patience and awesomeness)
Moving on to the actual review.
Love me
Freely, recklessly, totally,
As I am.
I know I’m not perfect
And I don’t want to lie to you:
Life won’t be easy with me around.
But let me tell you a secret,
Oh, dear you,
I think I am the half that
Went missing at your birth,
The one your soul needed to feel
As a whole.
