The Writer


Hola my friend!

Today was pretty much good. I had a delightful service in my Church followed by a mind-opening Youth meeting. Later in the evening when I started my preparation for Part-4 English CA, i found a poem very relatable to my situation right now.

"The Writer" by Richard Wilbur, talks about a father's lovely wishes to his daughter for a successful writing career. The poem describes the harsh and uneasy path of a budding writer. The daughter (who is aspiring to be a writer) is compared to a sailor in the ship and an iridescent starling. The sailor carries a huge cargo with mighty chains over the gunwale. Meanwhile, the starling that's stuck in the room, hits the hard floor and desks to find a way out. This comparison reflected me as well in multiple ways. As the ship carries a heavy chain and as the starling humps to find it's way out, I'm also struggling and trying my best to get rid of my writer's block. My digital typewriter has stopped making a commotion and waiting for a sudden enlightenment. I feel the stillness of my room like that of the daughter's. 

Although the poem kicked start in the easy yet hard going journey of a writer, it ended with a positive note. The poet happily proclaims the freedom of the starling which signifies the girl breaking free from the bondage, "Beating a smooth course for the right window and clearing the sill of the world". As I read this, I could feel my pulses rejoice. The block is temporary, the process is worth waiting and the victory is history! This poem made me gain my confidence back as a writer. Now, I can happily wait for my ability to sharpen itself and reveal it's power side. So, my friend, it's okay to have blocks, but it is essential to tune your mind and enhance your skills in the meantime. As Wilbur says, "It is always a matter, my darling, of life or death". So, try write everyday to free your inner mind and carve your skills:) 

Happy reading! Adios:)

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