October 21, 2006

• Writing

  I have been posting a little of my writing lately on an online writing site, for fellow readers and writers to share and review works. I did not get a lot of feedback at first, but lately I have begun to get a growing number of readers and reactions. I am *pleasantly* surprised! I have had authors I truly respect and are even professionals- even ones who are not very into, nor familiar with, the fantasy/sci fi genre who have given me wonderful reviews and gone so far as to say “you are an incredible writer!” or “your stories are my favorite on *website name*”. I’ve been really excited, but also encouraged because they aren’t just fluff- they also give truly constructive critique as to how I can improve. Most of it involves cleaning up my work and refining it.

  You know, I really think I might have a chance at publishing one day, from the feedback I am getting. I know there are some folks who would review me more harshly, but I think with work I could even meet that storm. It’s just a matter of close refining and technique.

  I know one thing- writing and the creativity/imagination behind it are all God’s greatest gifts of talent I have. Also, I often feel the Spirit inspiring me as I write- not even just in stories that have clear Christian meaning. Sometimes it is just a fun story- but that same story ended up connecting me to someone I was able to minister to in a life changing way. That, alone, is reason for that extra help from the Lord.

  So, then, God- whatever mission work I end up doing, I know that writing will always be a key component in my life.

  -Patrick
  
  

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