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Writing Challenge

“Everything in life is writable about if you have the outgoing guts to do it… The worst enemy to creativity is self-doubt.” – Sylvia Plath

A good blogging friend of mine introduced me to the concept of ‘Blogtober’ a couple of days ago.

I truly believed that as a result of travelling the world I would have a lot more time for blogging. My expectation was that I would keep everybody updated with my exploits and adventures – But I haven’t. In short, I haven’t felt as if I had anything to say that people would want to hear.

“Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned on.” – Louis L’Amour

Once I feel I have something to say, there is no stopping the words flowing out of me. I ‘turn my faucet on’ daily in order to journal and analyse any thoughts/feelings that have arisen. It benefits me immensely because it allows me to look at things from an ‘outsiders’ perspective.

Whilst journalling is productive, I wouldn’t call it fun. It is more often than not intense, serious and painful. I think this is the why ‘Blogtober’ caught my attention so vividly – I want to start writing again for fun.

“Make a commitment to having fun… Make time for your hobbies and passions.” – Robert Holden

It is a blessing and a curse that I label myself a bit OCD/perfectionist. This might be one of the reasons why blog posts take me so long to write. If I am going to partake in ‘Blogtober’, I need to do so in a way that reflects my capabilities.

Some months ago I was sent a 30 day writing challenge which I promptly forgot about. It seems apt that I should bring it out now as a personal test for ‘Blogtober’.

Blogtober Writing Challenge 2019
Blogtober Writing Challenge 2019

So there you have it… I’ll do my best to throw aside all notions of perfection and just write for the pleasure of writing. Lets see how I fare!

Day 1 – 10 Things that make me really happy

Day 2 – Somebody’s Inspiration

Day 3 – The madness of ‘Pet Peeves’

Day 4 – Henry Dog Warrior – My Inspiration

Day 5 – This heart of mine was made to travel the world

Day 6 – The key to my heart or my brain?

Day 7 – 10 Songs I am loving right now

Day 8 – The struggle is real

Day 9 – Age old wisdom?

Day 10 – It’s ok to not be ok

Day 11 – What If…

Day 12 – Counting my blessings

Day 13 – I’m too excited!

Day 14 – Movies that never get old

Day 15 – A day in the life of Sandra

Day 16 – Letters of love

Day 17 – It’s all written in the Zodiac!

Day 18 – As a matter of fact!

S x

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