Sharon Lee: I'm taking a couple of days off to work on my paintings :)


Sharon Lee: Grab a brush and put a little makeup
    virginian: I'm honored you used my Moon and Clouds photo for your poem. -
    Sharon Lee: It's a great photo. Nice to meet its creator :) -
    Sharon Lee: I do, and wear the red dress, Jim. -
    CodyJack: Hi Sharon,
    The contest is not due till Nov. 4 so it is still there. It is weird because only one person has entered. Strange. It is under the contest listings. Goos luck. Cody -
    Sharon Lee: I couldn't find it Cody, I will take another look. -
    CodyJack: I hope you will enter the contest. Have a good night. Cody -
    Sharon Lee: I have started a little something, but I have the flu, my head is a little too heavy to finish it at the moment. I will try and get it done. -
    Fritz-Lorenz: Sharon Lee, I am fascinated wth the thought of Australia. I once had an opportunity to visit your
    continent when I was stationed with The US Army Air Corp on Guam.
    I missed doing that for sake of a cancelled flight. My daughter did
    get to visit and tour there only
    20 years back (To the wine Country) and she enjoyed the scene and people very much. I see you have queried here, opinions c. creativity. I believe first and foremost, that it must satisfy the writer. I do not think one can create sincerely, and with true conscience, unless you yourself are pleased. Then, let the chips fall where they may. - If others like it;you have struck a chord, and in doing so found accord. -
    Fritz-Lorenz: I also wish you to know I am following Gungalo's work. -


Sharon Lee: What do people really thinkā?¦ Should creativity and the process be totally driven for the reader or viewer? Or, should poetry and art be crafted out of the journey to construct?
    Fleedleflump: We all tend to write for our audiences, even if we're determined to be true to a personal vision. Personally, I like to rebel and write the odd poem that's so obscure only the readers willing to spend a lot of time will be able to pick it apart. I guess that's the sadomasochist in me, inviting those baffled responses to be offended by!

    As with anything, though, I think the best answer is 'six of one, half a dozen of the other'. The creator needs to feel empowered and assuaged by their creation, and the consumer needs to feel a connection. If you're really lucky, you'll find an audience for what you truly love creating. Otherwise, it's a case of falling in love with the compromise :-)

    Mike -
    Sharon Lee: Falling in love with a compromise? isn't that like trying to fall in love with someone you're not in love with. -
    Fleedleflump: Not if you realise that what seemed like a compromise is actually an opportunity, a door leading to unknown treasures of inspiration ;-)

    Mike -
    Sharon Lee: Gotta take all opportunities in life. -


Sharon Lee: I'm going to be away for two weeks, taking some well deserved holidays :)


Sharon Lee: It was a bumpy start here, but I feel I'm finding my feet slowly, thanks to all those who have persisted with me during my initial phase.
    another jim: Um...my feet are at the ends of my legs. Just curious, Sharon: Why is it taking you so long to find yours?

    LOL! Welcome to FanStory! -
    Sharon Lee: lolā?¦ :) thanks for the laugh Jim -


Sharon Lee: I hope to be critiqued, I want to learn where I can grow. I've had enough good intended words and I hope I don't step on too many toes. If I've stepped on toes let me know :)
    kiwigirl2821: OMG girl friend I beg for people to bash me in here just so I can get stronger and write something that makes a difference! Toe stepping, omg still laughing...Just say what you think honestly at all times whether you are writing it or critiquing it. My biggest issue is people telling me what I "want" to hear instead of what the truth is ... if that makes sense...lol...welcome and good luck. -
    Sharon Lee: I am finding my way, it takes a while to plant roots -