writing life

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    An Elegy of Thought

    I had a thought that died today,It was never written down,I smiled when I had it,But now can’t help but frown. The thought shone hopeful lights,Upon my dusty mind,It made my eyes shine true,And helped my gears to grind. But thoughts unwritten float away,They harden to obsidian,Like fungal spores in gentle breeze,They float calmly to…

  • The Strength of Devotion

    Have you ever thrown yourself into something so fiercely that you felt as though nothing in the world could stop you? I have—and it’s exhilarating. There’s something about devoting your time, attention, and energy that creates a snowball of success. I’ve seen it in missionary work, learning to play the guitar, and in my academics,…