I don’t check to see what is celebrated each day, but yesterday, I did, and learned that today is “National I Love To Write” day.
Since I’ve been blogging for thirteen years (as of September), I suppose I fall into that category. That’s a lotta writing.
In school, English, grammar, literature and spelling were all favorite subjects of mine. Science, math, history, geography….not so much.
Looking back over my blog posts, there are two that I consider among my favorites. One of those I’ve reposted a few times, and you can find it by clicking here.
The other one was written in February, 2021, when I learned, from another blogger, of a writing experiment called “Abecedarian”. It was a challenge to write a story in 26 sentences. Each subsequent sentence must begin with the next letter of the alphabet. Those participating had the option of skipping X or Z, but not both. I believe I’ve only posted this once, but today seems a good day to share it a second time.
Never Too Old
Apple-flavored treats were the ones she chose.
Because everyone knows that horses love apples.
Carefully, she placed her left foot in the stirrup and swung her right leg over the saddle.
Dare she hope that a woman her age could learn to ride?
Excitement quickly overruled her doubts.
Finally, she felt brave enough to do this.
Gathering the reins, she gave a click of her tongue and a timid “walk up” to her lesson horse.
Her husband completely encouraged her in this new hobby.
In fact, he drove her to her lessons and took pictures of her as she rode.
Just seeing her do what she loved made him happy.
Knowing he was there made her smile.
Love is a powerful force, and theirs was obvious to all who knew them.
Maybe I should have started this hobby sooner, she thought.
No, she had just read a quote: ‘It’s never too late, and you’re never too old’.
Of course, some of her friends questioned this new obsession of hers.
Patiently, her instructor/friend taught her the basics and offered some suggestions.
“Quit doubting yourself.
Ride with your head up, your back straight and your heels down.”
Slowly, she began to feel more confident with each ride.
Though she would always be an amateur, she was okay with that.
Unless I take a fall, everything will be just fine, was her motto.
Visions of doctors at the hospital flashed through her mind.
Why do I not remember the fall? she wondered.
“X-ray results should be back in a few minutes,” she heard someone say from a distance.
“You’re dreaming,” her husband repeated again and again, as he gently woke her from her unpleasant dream.
“Zzzzzz,” he heard, as she drifted back to sleep and happier dreams.
I do love to write; thank you to those of you who read what I write!
~These Days Of Mine~
these days of mine 
So sweet! I love the little poem! It’s perfect!!! Congratulations on all of that writing!
From one writer to another I enjoy reading everything you write – you picked two wonderful examples that totally illustrate your ability to “write from the heart”. I’ve always tried to do that even if what I was writing had nothing to do with ME. I’ve never heard of “I Love To Write Day” but it’s worth celebrating when you’re “in love with writing”.
Pam
I don’t look up those national whatever days either, so this was a surprise to me. You know what wasn’t a surprise? That you love to write! As a long-time follower and fellow blogger (same as you, 13 years), I always enjoy what you write. And your Abecedarian post was exceptional! 🙂
Why do I not remember this ?? It’s awesome – and the XYZ trio at the end is perfect ….
That A to Z writing was really creative.
Congratulations to you for the writing and sharing and to us as eager recipients of your talent. “Where I’m From” is a favorite of mine – so is your A to Z poem. ….and so are all of those from the past 13 years. Looking forward to the next 13 years.