Who Am I?

In response to the article, "Who Am I",it was interesting for me to learn in the first paragraph that a writer’s craft includes their ability to create the mood, tone and voice of the reading. I have always liked to read certain author’s books, such as Nicolas Sparks, however, for the first time; I think I understand why. I like an author who can create this formal or informal mood the article talks about. With me, if I don’t get engaged within the first few pages, the author will lose me. As I reflect on this author’s ability to describe the setting, I hope I can create this same type of atmosphere with my own writing.

Wow! The comments in the “Dear Diary” entry nailed me to a tee. How did she know what I was thinking? I have all these wonderful thoughts in my mind, however, when I try to capture them on paper, I fear my thoughts will be wrong or make no sense to the reader. I have found that if I walk away from the pen and paper, my thoughts just flow without stopping. The quote from Maureen O’Leary is true, when I start to put my thoughts on paper; I know it is the “least of my individual voice”. I know practice will help build the confidence I need to capture my audience.

It’s evident from the article that communication and clarity is the goal of good writing, however, it’s the voice that gives it the spice. My goal this semester is to improve confidence in my writing skills and find my own personal voice.