Today’s writing spark was A Paper Chase. We had a list of different papers from which we might find our stories: a Baby Book, Diary, Gift Wrap, Letter, Sheet Music, File Folders, Sewing Patterns, Report Card, Scrapbook, Maps, Postcard, or blank page. We had to choose one or more, pick ourselves or a character, and write about it.
A Blank Page
Before me sits a blank piece of paper.
The journey has begun
Dreams of the night filter through my head
There is a need to capture a thought
A need to crystalize its meaning
I stare at the blank sheet, her presence beside me
She is holding back, not choosing to inspire
So I sit and wait
The keyboard gets cold, awaiting my touch
It knows I am near
The warmth of my hands is everpresent
Not but a single reach away
She understands the need
She has been here before
She knows not to push
She knows I will prevail
It is the itch I feel first
The tender sensation of an idea
The field of flowers blossoming in my heart
The light of creation bursting through the haze
I look to her for guidance
She senses I am ready
Nods her head in agreement
My road is clear
I write
My journey is complete.
