- Katrena Playing the Piano
My guest blogger is not only a friend, but also a past piano student. Katrena Allison is a writer who enjoys touching children’s lives in a way that brings fun and enjoyment. This is a four part blog with the first post explaining how writing and playing the piano are similar.
Writing is Like Playing the Piano
When Dicy McCullough first asked me if I would consider writing a guest post for her blog, I didn’t hesitate to say yes. After all, I have known Dicy since I was a child, sitting on a piano bench with her at my side as she taught me everything I know about expressing myself on ebony and ivory, but what could I possibly write for her writing blog? Finally the idea emerged that perhaps writing and playing the piano are actually quite similar.
Express Yourself With Either Type of Keyboard
Just as a pianist might express herself with the notes of a song, so also a writer may pour out one’s heart and soul through the letters of a keyboard and mouse. There have been many times that I have sat in front of the piano keys, playing music that touches my soul. Even though tears dropped onto the keys as I played for loved ones’ funerals, the music seemed to come and perhaps touch the hearts of those around me.
Journaling is something that I started in early childhood. One can feel a sense of release after letting one’s thoughts emerge in black and white. Many times this type of writing may never be shared with the world, but this experience may lead to a written work of art that may inspire others. Those who have found a way to re-sew the pieces that have become the patchwork of life may find a beautiful and inspiring new quilt pattern through the written word.
I have found that I have been able to mesh together many ideas, such as creating fun games designed to help my kids learn concepts for school that will eventually become part of an educational blog. Creativity can keep it exciting.
I enjoyed having Katrena as a piano student and now it’s my pleasure to have her as a guest blogger. Check out her blogs for creative ideas on trips and activities for children at the following links:
http://travelncwithkids.blogspot.com/ http://www.wildflowerbouquets.blogspot.com http://studentsurvive2thrive.blogspot.com/
Katrena’s second blog,Writing and Music Take Discipline, will be published June 14.
