Perhaps just to crystallize a moment when I am myself.

[genbaku]

I’m not sure what I’m so afraid of that keeps me from writing down the things that come into my head. Maybe it’s the ridiculous number of times I can use the word, “just,” in a sentence. That in itself is sickening to consider. I have deleted that word more times than I have done more interesting things, such as - talking to strangers in bars,

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[pixiedust314]

The difference between visual and literary art is that visual art is all about intention. I could squat on the sidewalk and gnaw on a lobster and call it art if I can convince enough people to see it my way. But a great piece of writing isn't about art--it's about life. It's about all those people just getting it and loving it without you having to defend it. It defends itself.

I get the idea of seeing in someone's windows and feeling like an accidental voyeur of life and love.

Anyway, just wanted to say that.

[elf_chic_arwen]

Well Joe, if it's any consolation, you never cease to impress me :D Didn't you know you're like, my hero?!??? :D

I like to communicate in lyrics.

[sugershell]

You were reading the cafe about that kid who left his home. Disapeared into the northwoods and he died up there alone. You were stairing out the window as if your thoughts had wandered far, and then you ordered capaccino and got back in to your car

[yenniemonster]

I know what you mean, Joe. Here is the thing, though: If "every word is precious, necessary, irreplaceable," then it is worth writing down even if it is steaming hot with imperfection. It's something we must remember, like a sticky note on the side of your monitor reminding you to buy juice. Sometimes, we may forget to keep it mind and spend some time cursing our supposed mediocrity (or, you know, going without a day's supply of vitamin C), but an occasional lapse is okay.