Hey there, fabulous readers! Tina here, and today I’m diving into a topic that’s near and dear to my heart: writing. Ah, writing—my one true love, my arch-nemesis, my therapy session all wrapped into one. For those who’ve been following my blog, you know I have a thing for words. If words were a person, we’d be that couple who bickers constantly but can’t live without each other. So, what do I enjoy most about writing? Buckle up, because this is going to be a wild, wordy ride.

Let’s start with the obvious: creation. There’s something almost god-like about crafting a world from scratch. I mean, who doesn’t want to play god once in a while? I get to create characters who live, love, and mess up spectacularly. And the best part? They don’t argue back. Well, except for that one character who refuses to follow the plot. Seriously, Gerald, stick to the script!

Writing is my escape hatch from the mundane. When life gets too real—with bills, chores, and the never-ending quest to find the other sock—writing offers an escape. I can dive into a world where dragons exist, or where my alter ego is a badass detective solving crimes while looking fabulous. It’s cheaper than therapy and you don’t have to explain to a stranger why you sometimes eat ice cream for breakfast (don’t judge).

Words have power, and wielding that power is intoxicating. Whether it’s crafting a sentence so beautiful it makes someone cry, or writing a plot twist that makes someone gasp, it’s all about the feels. And let’s not forget the joys of a good metaphor. Comparing my morning hair to a “bird’s nest after a tornado” is oddly satisfying.

Ah, the writing community. Writers are a quirky bunch. We’re the people who’d rather spend hours discussing the Oxford comma than go to a party. But we get each other. We understand the agony of writer’s block and the euphoria of a plot breakthrough. Plus, we get to use words like “euphoria” without sounding pretentious because, hey, we’re writers!

Writing is a journey. Sometimes it’s a leisurely stroll through a meadow, and other times it’s a frantic dash through a minefield. But every step is worth it. The drafts, the rewrites, the edits—they’re all part of the process. And let’s be real: there’s nothing quite like the thrill of typing “The End.” It’s like finishing a marathon, but with fewer blisters.

Let’s not ignore the ego boost. Who doesn’t enjoy a little humble brag? “Oh, you know, I’m just working on my novel.” It’s a great conversation starter and a fantastic way to impress your barista. Plus, when someone tells me they loved something I wrote, it’s like receiving a gold star from the universe.

Of course, it’s not all sunshine and rainbows. Writing can be a cruel mistress. There are days when the words just won’t come, when my characters are as stubborn as a mule, and when my plot has more holes than Swiss cheese. But even on those days, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Because for every moment of frustration, there’s a moment of pure, unadulterated joy.

And then there are the unexpected perks. Like the time I decided to write a scene in a coffee shop and ended up with a year’s worth of free coffee because the barista found my scribbles fascinating. Or the time I wrote a short story that ended up winning a local contest. Writing has a way of surprising you, in the best possible way.

So, what do I enjoy most about writing? It’s everything. The highs, the lows, the in-betweens. It’s the way writing makes me feel alive, the way it helps me process the world, and the way it connects me to others. It’s the thrill of creating something from nothing, and the satisfaction of knowing that, in some small way, my words have made a difference. So, fellow wordsmiths and readers, what do you enjoy most about writing? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Let’s keep this beautiful, messy, wonderful conversation going.

Until next time, Tina