This is where our group longs to visit, often. Scribblers’ members relish in the exploration of these lands and the creativity that they spark within us. Then we turn the page and become the trail blazer, the author; exploring our own lands of the written word and style. The Bell Jar author Sylvia Plath said, “The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.” Self-doubt is the night vine that creeps in the forest, intertwining, twisting, and threatening to strangle creativity; unchecked, its flowers of intimidation and insecurity blossom in the shadows. The challenge before us is ourselves. That rough, rugged, and wild land lies before us and only our own hesitancy can stop us from trudging, running, skipping through. The world around us shifts and moves, grows and contracts, and is in a constant state of change. Whether we progress with it, doubt only knows.
A year ago, I packed up my car and left on a grand 15 day, 5000 mile adventure across 7 states, alone. The goal: discovery of a place beyond the comfort zone of family and friends. The prize: that each day is worthy of rejoicing, that the benign necessary duties are not the meaning of life, and that at the ripe old age of 31, life was not over. A year later, a new adventure awaits: to reveal myself in deeper ways to friends, family, and fellow Scribblers! I sincerely hope that you too feel the need for exploration, for a grand voyage into this land of literary and self-discovery. At first glance, the journey before us is daunting and insurmountable, but it isn’t. Take courage, for “courage is not the absence of fear but rather the judgment that something is more important than fear. The brave may not live forever but the cautious do not live at all.” (Meg Cabot).
To say that I am excited about this new group of friends is to be stating it mildly. I truly love writing; allowing the Spirit to flow from mind, to pen, to paper is a passion, a joy bringer, a supplier of satisfaction. I could ramble on and on, but simply put, I hope that you will find inspiration in these words and join us, share with us, and gain new friends with us. Whether you are able to attend the weekly meetings or would like to follow online, your contribution is always welcome!
Simply put:
The act of putting pen to paper encourages pause for thought, this in turn makes us think more deeply about life, which helps us regain our equilibrium. ~ Norbet Platt
