Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Happiness

Happiness comes in result of a personal succession. Happiness is the emotion released deep in our heart that disperses itself throughout our entirety, becoming numb; in a sense high on the goodness in our lives. Pure happiness comes from selfless deeds we do, not for the glory or the respect others give because of our actions, but for the soul purpose of helping others. My greatest happiness comes from helping others realize the goodness in their lives, it comes from helping others realize their potential. That brings true fulfillment in my heart, specifically when my friends come to me for help. Another great source of happiness in my life is my personal succession on the football team. I worked my ass off all summer and finally was able to see my hard work payed off. That personal succession changed my entire senior year. Playing on such a successful team with players I've come to and love inside and out has truly changed my life experience, fulfilling my heart truly. My friends and family have influence over my happiness. How they act and treat me really influences my mood. For example, when my friend sarcastically shoots me down, I often times take it personally and carry that with me for the rest of the day. I also influence others based on my actions and mood. I influence my girlfriend, my family, my teachers, classmates, teammates, coaches, and friends through how I act around them. I try my best to have a smile on and really be in depth with them when I am around them, because it makes me feel good. My greatest need in life is the love of others. I can not be happy with out it, it enables me to fully enjoy the wonders of this life. Without it I would not be able to express and bring out my love.

Whirlspin

Vibrations ripple, out and away.
Circles slowly grow and fade.
Meaning comes from the soul within,
An illustrious freedom from this whirlspin.
I have the power to unlock the door.
Yet I'm a damn coward with my knees on the floor.

All we are is time, here to make our history,
Here to write our rhyme.
All we are is time, a predetermined destiny,
Caught between the lines.

Just another pebble, lost in this tide.
With a nasty little devil who conducts the ride.
As the night, she strangles every last breath,
Of a weary day unto his icy death.

All we are is time, here to make our history,
Here to write our rhyme.
All we are is time, a predetermined destiny,
Caught between the lines.

Fight to last, run to seek.
Cause the judgements cast, tempt the weak.
A power lies deep within,
Here to free us from this whirlspin.
Resist and sing stronger,
Or embrace to become.
As the granules fall into their places,
It seems funny how easily time erases.
Life's hand grips tight, but can give in.
As we fall deeper in this whirlspin.

Thursday, November 1, 2007

Quarter 1 Reflection

1. What have you enjoyed writing the most in the first quarter? Be general when answering this. Have you enjoyed the poetry? Short stories? Daily prompts? Why do you think you enjoyed this kind of writing?

My favorite writing this first quarter has been Song Poetry. I am an avid songwriter and I found myself skipping other homework to write a song, or even write a poem. I have always viewed poets as sort of flakey and too romantic, (a general stereo-type given by todays society) and I really engulfed myself in poetry. I loved being able to create such beauty through words, and paint a picture in the minds of my readers. I was also passionate towards Short Stories because I was able to be the creator. I was able to envoke what ever emotion I wanted in the readers.


2. What do you think is your strongest piece of writing? You can be specific here or you can be more general and just say that "poetry" is your strong point. Explain your choice. Why is this your strongest piece or area of writing? Have you written much of it before? Do you feel you have a lot of inspiration in that area?

My strongest piece of writing in my eyes, was "One Leaf Down Tonight", a song I wrote, depicting a Minnesotan winter. I spent a lot of time on this piece, making it into a song and adding every detail to evoke the emotions I felt. It was exciting to use such a short piece to bring out such strong feelings. I live and breathe music, every moment I have, I jamming out to music. It is such an expressive art, such a powerful inspiration to the soul, and really is a way to learn from others.

3. What have you learned about yourself as a writer in the first quarter? Are you incredibly self-driven? Do you need a lot of prodding to get going? Do you find that you need a lot of structure and direction in writing? Or do you not like the structure and direction?

I have a passion for writing, I love creating. When I have the power to influence, I am so driven to express myself to others. I really have an avid desire to write, especially through music. I just believe that every form of writing can be so beautiful, and inspirational. I do not like structure/direction because I like to let my mind run free. But at the same time I also like direction because it sets the outline, and I am able to bring it to life.

4. What kind of writing do you want to pursue now? Is there a genre you are really interested in exploring? Plays? Screenplays? Non-fiction? (Be specific- what kind of non-fiction? Music reviews? Memoir?)

Now, I would really like to go more in depth with my song writing. Really find a true gift within my songs, allowing people to understand and feel the way I feel. I also loved the short stories because there is even less structure, I am able to create how ever I feel. It is really fun to play with different styles and become more and more aclectic and unique. I love everything about writing, and definitely see myself persuing it in my future.