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Word Sketches — Images created with words

Have you ever tried to draw an image of something in your head using colored pencils, crayons, or watercolors? You must understand then the effort, creativity, and courage necessary to bring those images to the paper. I hope the words I sketch here will help you see the images I am creating for you. Even better, you may be inspired to create word sketches of your own!

To Divulge or Not to Divulge Secrets: The Questions I Ask Myself
Writing Issues, Disclosure Issues Nylda Dieppa Writing Issues, Disclosure Issues Nylda Dieppa

To Divulge or Not to Divulge Secrets: The Questions I Ask Myself

Secrets. Who doesn’t carry the burden of a secret or two, terrified of letting them spill on the floor and break open in front of the world? Oh, how we protect ourselves from the prying eyes and morbid curiosity of strangers, yes —but also our neighbors, acquaintances, and loved ones!

I’ve been pondering lately, in private and with writing friends, how much, how wide, how deep the disclosure of secrets is appropriate in our work.

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