I would like to learn to write succinctly, be able to make a clear statement and logical argument.

I would like to be a confident writer for a variety of reasons. One is to be able to participate in society and my community by being able to write letters to the editor, council and other forums. Playing an active and constructive part in the democracy I live in.

Also for personal development. Writing is one of the things that I talked myself into believing that I can’t do well. My sister once told me to be very careful of what you tell yourself you can’t do. Its as powerful or even more so than a positive self view. She is right. She said you can create boxes with locks that you believe more and more over time that you don’t have the skills or keys to open.

Time to get out some bolt cutters : D