Many say its the quality that counts, not the quantity. This statement was never of much importance to me. Until I realized what a broad meaning this phrase had. Now I can truly see what they meant.
After a long, exciting weekend: it was a great disappointment to come back to school. But for the most part, the day went by smoothly. That it is...until I got to my English class.
Because at English, I finally realized: that I really don't care about this slice of life challenge. The only reason I actually took part in it: was to win the prize at the end. And now, for not writing over the weekend. Apparently I am no longer eligible to win this competition. Apparently, its not right to have a life.
I am very competitive; an attribute I don't consider good. But this once I don't blame my shameful characteristic. I blame the criteria for this assignment, which should be based on the eloquence or skill of the writing. Not for the amount of days written. Because I know there are many people who work hard, trying to make a creative slice of life. And then there are others, who get the same grade by spending five minutes of their time; only to come up with a poor SOL. Those are the guys who should put their pens down and stop writing; because they are obviously not willing to do their best.
These SOL were literally "slicing my family life." They took away what little time we had together as a family. So I was giving up a lot, just to write. This I shall change.
I personally no longer wish to write in this competition. The only reason I shall continue to write: is for Mrs. Brown. No, I'm not writing for the pleasure. I'm obviously not writing to win. And I sure as heck, am not writing for myself. To please Mrs. Brown is about the only thing that impels me to write now. And I will write, maybe not as much or with as much effort. But I will write. However, the weekends are an exception. They are my private time with my family. Because as unlikely as it may seem, I do have a life. And I plan to live it; like there was no tomorrow.
Thank you my Dear Luis. And here you have given us yet another piece of quality writing!
ReplyDeleteAs for the contest, it is just that "A contest". I would like to think that the vast majority of people participating are giving it their all. I know that you have "A life" but I think that holding on to those moments in writing, especially those with family, could be something that you cherish for the rest of your life.
I Love you for your truth, your integrity, and your desire to please me!