mingling with the muse
For Gabriel Huizenga’s ‘Creative Endeavor’ Challenge: Taking a look at the conceptual process.
everything i write is a continuation in a long line of run-on thought waiting to graduate into something useful—
predecessors of a one-man
army of words...
leaps and strides of a
stimulated muse...
i am an architect of worlds
a bringer of nightmares
a conjurer of mayhem
a humorist of soliloquy
a salesman of satire…
throughout these
self-proclaimed titles,
interpretation remains
subjective,
placing myself in an arena
of like-minded souls,
charming words out of
the vast nothing…
but there is a process
to this madness
the methods of which
interchange
not always cohesive…
he can stare at a given title for hours or days before the first line is ever written
sometimes the ending comes first and waits until he can marry it with the 'what comes before'
most of the time,
however, it’s a single
idea that wishes to
grow but cannot grow
without a dedicated grower
therefore,
i write and wait
write and wait
write.
and
wait.
in the midst
of all the writing
and waiting,
something miraculous
can occur
-Love-
once attachment grabs
hold,
commitment strikes down
the sins of doubt and
casts procrastination
into a forgotten void
negotiations come to a close
excitement checks in,
allowing words to align faster
than I can type
it doesn’t matter if he flubs a comma or the right verb, he can fix it later
this is a time when the world takes a hike, cursing the breaks in thought until he’s satisfied with the day
i will see it through to the end...
daydreams lead to bios…
observing nature inspires scenery…
frustration morphs into
dramatic tension,
twisting and turning
words to the point of
comprehensive narratives…
-something useful-
it all culminates into
a finished product,
hoping proudness doesn't jump the gun
he did it!
i will continue to write
regardless of success or
proficiency,
allowing the muse to roam
free,
undeterred,
overjoyed that someone (me) wants
to come out and play
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About the Creator
Lamar Wiggins
Creative writer in the Northeast US who loves the paranormal, mystery, true crime, horror, humor, fantasy and poetry.
"Life is Love Experienced" -LW
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Comments (9)
So aptly scripted, and the sentiment, the FEELING...truly relatable. Wonderful piece that's a testament to process for us all. Thanks Lamar!
It’s obvious you love this. You definitely put your heart and soul into your writing and it shows.
Isn't this a creative way to describe the writing life and process. Great work.
A great entry sir! “it doesn’t matter if he flubs a comma or the right verb, he can fix it later this is a time when the world takes a hike, cursing the breaks in thought until he’s satisfied with the day” Been yearning for this feeling lately
Excellent poem, Lamar, that’s how I write most of the times as well.
I loved this Lamar, especially the idea of ideas ‘coming out to play.’ Good luck in the challenge.
The muse definitely was playful and charming and reflected the love nice work
Sooo many parts of this felt so relatable. Loved it!
Lamar I am ashamed to admit that I haven’t given your work proper attention or appreciation. I’ve been meaning to go through and read more of your stuff ever since you won’t that challenge a few months back, the twist ending challenge. This and your liquid salvation piece are lovely! Your line about nothing growing without a dedicated grower *chefs kiss* I’ve let too many stories wilt before they can bud because they’ve lacked proper attention and dedication. Keep doing what you’re doing! You’re planting some golden seeds :)