The Muse of Memoir: Share your Story
Have you ever felt transported into a former situation that provoked painful memories? Yesterday I had coffee with my mother and her best friend, Lonnie—both creative women who bless others with their unending artistry, overflowing encouragement, and refreshing zest for life.
They requested I sign my books that Mom insisted on buying online.
"Mom, don't buy any more books online." I chastised. I'll give them to you to give away."
"No, I want to support you." Mom insisted.
I argued to no avail until I coerced them into a reduced deal.
Then the conversation took a turn towards reminiscing those life losses from which one never fully recovers. As our eyes misted, I admired the women of courage who sat in front of me—strong, yet tender women whose lives have transformed my own.
This poem is my gift to them. May they find the courage to follow the women in the mist, the muse of memoir. I pray they write their stories down so others can benefit from their tales filled with tears, heart wrenching losses, and yet triumphant testimonies.
Recently, a friend, Kay Johnson, reminded me that each one of us has a story to share. Writing and sharing your story is a creative project that can heal your soul and encourage others to overcome. Kay sent me a link to an amazing website created by three women whose stories crumpled me into a wad of tissue and tears. I post this link in hopes my readers will visit and perhaps dare to share their stories:
http://www.choosewiselybook.com/
*Charcoal portrait by Elya Filler.
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