Dialogue with my muse |
I never know what I think about something until I read what I've written on it~ William Faulkner JOE: Good morning Calliope. CALLIOPE: Good morning Joe. Merry Christmas. There you go with your Latin again. JOE: Sorry I couldn't resist after reading what Faulkner said. CALLIOPE: Translation please. JOE: It means,"What I have written, I have written." For the whole story, see John 19:22. CALLIOPE: So share your thoughts on Faulkner. JOE: Okay. What he said resonated with me, especially in keeping my journal. CALLIOPE: How so? JOE: I often write to myself about issues, concerns or possibilities I don't quite understand. Writing about them helps clarify my thinking. CALLIOPE: Why do you suppose this happens? JOE: I often shared my understanding of the process with clients during the course of my psychology career. The way I see it, my mind often swirls with partially formed ideas sending me in many directions. In contrast, I can only write one thing at a time, focusing my thinking and clarifying it. CALLIOPE: Interesting perspective. Are you ready to let the wheels rest for a couple days? JOE: I am. I'm looking forward to Christmas with those I love and care for. CALLIOPE: I hope you find it joyful and peaceful. JOE: Peace and joy to you as well and to all my readers. |