Thursday 26 June 2014

'Why I Write'

I saw a 'Why I Write' meme on Erin's blog, Seven Little Australians & Counting. She tagged everybody, so I thought 'Why not?', and I have proceeded to fill it out!

What am I working on?
I've got a few drafts on the go, I haven't quite found the right words to express what I want to say, yet. So, for now, they're just sitting there, waiting for me to open them up and finish them!

How does my writing differ from others of its genre?
I'm not entirely sure. It's my words, my thoughts, my opinions. I don't see many other blogs delving into the topics that I want to, maybe that's it? I'm not entirely sure.

Why do I write?
I write for a few reasons. One is that, recently, I haven't been writing much at all. I've only done online chats, and Facebook statuses and the like. But, I haven't really 'written' anything in a long time. I thought that starting up my blog again would help me to write more.
Another reason is I think there are multiple problems that I have with the modern world, and I thought I could express them through blogging, while I cannot find the verbal words to express them.
I also think it might be interesting for people to read about a former-homeschooler's life, as she progresses through her tertiary education, and, hopefully, later to university. About a teenager's life as she gets used to a new life. As she learns the ways of living in a populated area, as opposed to a very small country town.
On my art blog, I want to show the world my drawings. I am thinking that, in the future, I will also write up a few tutorials on how I drew while I only had a regular pencil, and a piece of paper.

How does my writing process work?
I write everything down, checking for spelling mistakes as I go. I will usually re-read it, but sometimes I just hit 'publish'. After every post is published, I find I forgot to put the labels on. At this point, I hit 'edit' and put in the labels.
I will usually go back and change a few words around for the longer posts, but ideally I'd like to leave them be after I publish.


I will also tag any and all readers to my blog!



Alas, here is an edit, like I previously stated.  I forgot to request that you let me know in the comments if you complete this meme! Also, feel free to join the link party, as well!

6 comments:

  1. Helena,

    That was interesting! Yes, make some tutorials about your art. I love to see how artists work. Perhaps you could make some videos and upload them to Youtube!

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    1. Hi Sue,

      Yes, uploading those kinds of videos to Youtube is something else, which I am considering doing. It will be easier to show the exact method, if I record it in a video. I've just got to organise a spot where I can successfully record myself drawing. It's difficult, due to the lack of a tripod, but I'm sure I'll be able to find a way!

      Thanks for commenting,
      Helena

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  2. This blogging thing is just all about the need to share. I am so enjoying all the 'why i write' posts, they say so much about the author. What a good idea to tag blog readers - I never think to do that. x

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    1. Hi Bron,

      I'm enjoying them as well, it's an amazing insight. :) Yeah, I like to tag my readers, because I find it difficult to choose particular bloggers to tag.

      Thanks for commenting!
      Helena

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  3. Helena
    I didn't realise you were blogging again:) Enjoyed reading your reasons why, had to smile at the 'populated area' your previous home town must have been very small.

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    1. Hi Erin,

      Yep, it feels good to be writing again! :) My old town was definitely very small, a population of around 300 - 500 people, with just a little IGA store, a take-away, a pub (of course), and a butcher - along with a Catholic, Uniting, and Anglican church. :)

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