When Y suggested ‘Show, don’t tell’ for writing, I googled to learn more, see ‘Writing’ post for more details. I was fascinated to see the examples and impacts (to myself), meanwhile, worried how could I ‘match up’: others wrote so well, how much re-write I need, how long the editing would take (for sure beyond the target of August)…
Regardless, I started re-reviewing the past year blog posts. To my relief, most stories were already ‘shown’ than tell; some I twisted further and others I added a bit more details. Also, a perfect time that I came across a Toastmaster speech project of ‘using descriptive language’. I learned and practiced right away.
Even better, when I shared my blog/ book project with my sister who has an English degree and has received full score in TOEFL essay, she was ‘humbled’ to say she hasn’t focused on English as much as in college yet she is happy to read the manuscript. I appreciate the offer and I’m excited about the sister project. I have learned a few more things besides writing in the process: (1) believe in ourselves, we’re often ‘better’ than we think we are; (2) or we can learn as we go, just start and stars will align; (2) share and ask for advice/ support, don’t be shy.