Writing can be difficult at any time. But as our everyday lives are smothered by loss and grief, we can become angry, sad and even depressed. It is not easy to write under those conditions. But, of course, that is the best time to write, isn’t it…
We rely on communication to bond us together, to bring unity to our vision, to help heal the wounds we have experienced. Some of us are working on long-term projects, like novels. Others are trying to complete that great article sparked by seeing something amazing take place. And those are the kinds of things that really need to be written. Trust me… more is better when we want to reach out and touch our friends who are suffering; when we want to add a sane voice to all the insanity, and to wish a little peace into the lives of those who are just about pushed down to the floor right now.
I am writing this “love letter” on Valentine’s Day 2025. It is a day to express love. A day to build each other up. A day to give others a friendly hug. Maybe even a day to remember that people are not always our enemies. I don’t believe I have any enemies, but I understand the anguish in the hearts of millions of people around the world right now. It is particularly devastating. Losses on this scale always are.
Please just take a moment to care for yourself. While anger can serve a good purpose, it can also eat us up on the inside, eventually leaving nothing but a shell. I do not want to lose you – any of you. You are all my “loved ones” and I hope to keep it that way. Although not all have earned my respect, I want to give it. Although no-one has asked for my forgiveness, I wish to give it. I know that I can forgive and fight on at the same time. They do not exclude each other.
And above all, you writers out there – keep on writing. There is power in those words!
Linda
Wordz By Linda Bond 