It’s not at all uncommon for me to just start writing and see where it takes me. I do it a lot. I’m doing it now, as a matter-of-fact. Yes, it makes my updates a bit disorganized from day-to-day. Really though, this mirrors my life. In many ways this unorthodox approach keeps my writing raw; something that comes naturally to me and seems appreciated by you.
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My English teachers would cringe if they knew I write first and come up with the title last. Imagine their disgust that I don’t choose a theme, proof read, or give a hoot about noun-verb agreement. Then again, they never taught me how to write from my heart. So, we’ll just call it even.
I love knowing I am writing to educated readers who follow this website. No doubt, you are a smart lot. Very smart. Scary smart. You’re all big smarty-pants! Moreover, having my writings appreciated (and tolerated) by intelligent people is personally gratifying. This is not purely to feed my ego (although it does). Your ability to understand me and our dire situation helps more than I could ever find words to express. It’s proof that true “intelligence” involves an essential emotional component.
Let me see if I can make sense of what I just tried to say. Here’s my best stab at it. Knowledge, absent the ability to practically apply it, should never be confused with intelligence.
Am I right?
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Will wrote: “Keep you out of trouble.” Hmmmm…..I don’t think so, but that’s beside the point. Ken, we all write ‘stuff,’ mostly well-thought out stuff, but we write to be supportive of you even if we sometimes do not hit the mark or point we are trying so hard to make. We just want you to know we are here, forever, even long after you have told most of us to get lost. You are an incredible person, caretaker and writer to name just a few. Your writing is so incredible…and raw…….and we appreciate that you do it. Keep on doing it because you need to do it, we hunger for it and we are all looking toward a united goal: Ryan, and eventual healing, by God’s Grace. Stay the course NO MATTER WHAT. Thoughts, love & prayers, Annie
Hi, I’m Dave and I came across this blog while googling my own website name, which I do often. Ken, you’re welcome to send an article to MoreStories when you feel like it. It would go up here:
http://www.windsweptpress.com/morstor.htm
Click on Occasional Authors.
There are a number of websites for MoreStories, including the main website, a writer’s forum and my other web endeavors such as Monk In The Cellar and Lunarticks. Come through the main door and view the selection at this address:
http://www.windsweptpress.com
My prayers for your family,
Dave
I’m pretty sure I got Ryan’s favorite vacation activity right. It’s minaure golfing. I think about a year or so ago, I recall reading it on the blog. Am I right?
I’ll let you know tomorrow, but you should feel confident.
Thanks Ken.
I really enjoy your writing. You let us know what is going on and how you feel about it. Keep it up. You deserve to have your ego fed, you are doing an incredible job. As always, still here.
http://www.windsweptpress.com/essays.htm
Ken, you may be interested in this website. I have followed for sometime along with Dave’s other endeavor’s at writing. He can give you some points and you can develop a story, etc. and include it in his website. I seriously think you would like this. And it will keep you out of trouble.
My prayer’s always for Ryan.
Thank you, Will, I checked out the website, and it is very nice with some interesting essays. Ken never gets into trouble with those who love him — only with dissenters!
You’re a fantastic writer, Ken. It’s because you’re honest and you don’t mince words. There’s something very refreshing about that! Given the amount of work you do every day and the stress with which you must cope, I’m very grateful that you are able to update us almost daily. Of course we worry when we don’t hear from you, but totally understand that there are times you just can’t. You definitely have a devoted fan base here as I’m sure you can tell by the number of hits. You must be doing something right : )
Love & prayers always, Paula
“Knowledge, absent the ability to practically apply it, should never be confused with intelligence.”
With a message like that, we need you here in the Nation’s Capital pronto 🙂
Seriously, Ken, concerning your writing, I am immensely thankful that you don’t hold back and are willing to bare your soul the way you do. In so many different social arenas, genuineness is is in short supply, so I thank you for daring to be real and true to yourself no matter what. Please, don’t stop writing.
OmG! Wherever did you get the above photo of me? !! Or is that Gail? No, It’s me ’cause I’m holding a ruler! Oh, my! You have fluffed our feathers this morning! However, I can tell you this: Sometimes my emotions about Ryan and your family overcome my common sense, and I can write the dumbest-sounding comments and suggestions. I think it also shows frustration about not living closer, and I know that many supporters feel the same way. Just so you know, Ken, we will always, always be here for you–reading, writing, praying and supporting in any way we can. We love your essays and look forward to them each day as well as the comments (well, most). Love and prayers on this beautiful sunny day.
Have to admit, I do say and do some things that are not well thought out, but it is because I want to fix every little thing for everone and make all of you happy. Love you all and love Ken’s blog — no words can express how much I love Ryan. All of us here are charged with keeping the faith, loving Ryan and his family, never, ever giving up hope for his full recovery, and prayers always.
Jo It wasn’t me that put thumbs down really She’s too old to look like either one of us 🙂
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Ken, For sure you write straight from the heart and just what you feel at any given moment….. who needs a title anyway??? Last sentence says it all. Very true .We are smart people and do try hard to understand what your life is now …. will NEVER totally know what you do go through , but will never stop trying .Keep those words coming and have a peaceful day. .Tell Ryan hello and thinking of you all. love Gail