I wrote in one of my other confessionals about the need to go beyond my own experiences in order to write about compelling and interesting characters. Along with understanding my own limitations as a writer, this process of trying to expand my world view has actually prompted me to seek out new experiences.
I want to have new hobbies. Of course music and reading and indie movies are at the top of my lovely things to do… but I am feeling like I need to get a hobby that promotes physical well being. I am lazy dog owner which means that I outsource majority of my dog walking responsibilities. But I would really love to do more with my dog. So my big goal is to start walking with Pooch. (You can meet my imaginary version of Pooch on this page – check out Today’s Special). I also feel like it will help me with health goals.
Then I want to explore a new take on music and create a collection of sorts. And so I am thinking of getting a vinyl habit. I am still stewing on this because I need to have a plan for storage, care, and use. I love my books and they have a system… I will need a system for the vinyls… but I am so excited to get started.
Then. I have a secret wish to do roller skating. Now I am a bit scared with this one but oh! how happy it would make me. Just thinking about it makes my insides soar! I can see myself moving around and around – such graceful movements. If I was super aggressive, which I assure you I am not at all, I would be especially thrilled to seek out and join a roller derby team.
Maybe this exploration into new bits of me will give me new ways of seeing people and how they view the world. Certainly how they see it all. By expanding my view of me, I could possibly discover others who I can draw into my world of writing.