Creative Writing Process - Post 1

Whenever I begin the process in writing a paper, any type of paper, the process is quite simple. To most, writing can be somewhat of a challenge. Beginning anything, no matter the task, can seem to some unbearable, scary, and nerve-wrecking. However, I find most solace and comfortability in writing creative pieces. I find that writing exactly how I feel is an excellent way to express myself. In high school last year I had to write a journal entry (2 pages in length) about an experience that had been life changing for me, in a creative style. Instantly I thought of a time when I worked in the Burn Unit of a hospital in my hometown for two months. In order to write this paper or any creative paper, I usually make lists of important memories and ideas that I'd like to convey to the reader. This helps me a lot because when something's important to me, I want to get EVERYTHING out and make it apparent to the reader that I am passionate about it. I also usually always have music playing whenever I write. It calms me down and makes it seem like it's more carefree. Also, when I write, I'm very picky. I've written four page papers before and erased the whole thing because I knew it wasn't the best I could of done or that nothing made any sort of sense. Therefore, revising and editing is very important in my writing process. I like to go through and make changes to make my paper the best it can be, so I can feel confident turning in it. We've all had those papers we've turned in and hesitated letting it slip between your finger tips into the teachers, knowing what you've turned in is complete crap. So, my process is simple.. sit down, turn on some tunes, make a list, and just let your mind go!