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My Constant Companion

Why do you blog?

My mind is always active and constantly curious, so my daily blog is my way of framing and forming my thoughts. It helps me set them down, moulding and shaping them into persuasive prose that I hope others will read and enjoy. It is cathartic, in that I write to discover myself and also to shape my beliefs and opinions. By writing them down, I understand and formulate my values. Like all exercise, it is a discipline that strengthens my cognisance, and I need that as I age. Writing soothes my restless spirit. It anchors me. It is a window into my soul. From my writing, I become a better version of myself. Through my writing, I know myself that much more. It is my companion, my friend, and my allay. Writing is my beacon. It is the warm light of hope that guides me through the pathways of the present into a brighter future.  

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Author of four published books, visual artist and former art education consultant. My books are: Drawing for Science Invention & Discovery, Drawing to Learn Anything, Classroom Catastrophes and The Arthrobot Scriptures available from www.paulcarneyarts.com
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7 responses to “My Constant Companion”

  1. Arpit soni Avatar
    Arpit soni

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  3. bubblybackwash Avatar
    bubblybackwash

    Hey Paul, I think I sorted out the problem I was having. Anyhow, to answer the question:

    I have very poor health. I am sixty years old and do not expect to see seventy. I blog to leave a piece of myself behind for my kids, my grandkids, my husband, and my friends to visit and catch bits and pieces of who I am inside. To read about my childhood and my life, my memories, my opinions about life in these United States from 1964 onward. The blog is something I wish my father and grandmothers could have left for me, and so I leave it for my kids. I’ve even paid for my domain for ten years going forward, and left a provision in my will to set up an account for my kids to use to cover my domain and WP fees for the next fifty years after that. :)

    Writing is what helps me stay reasonably sane, as well, so the blog is also for me :)

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      Paul Carney

      Ah that is so sad to read. I know what you mean about health. I haven’t been well myself for the longest time. I’m 62 but a just starting to pick up after a rough few years. And yes, I think a blog is a good legacy to leave. Good to talk 🙏🤩

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        bubblybackwash

        I don’t feel so sad about it all. We all live a life, however long it may be, the key is to make it as GOOD a life as possible. I don’t plan to have any serious regrets when my time comes.

        My disability keeps me from going many places such as traveling, or going to concerts or museums, but the Internet and WWW have opened up the world in fantastic ways, and I meet people, experience things, discover music and art, all kinds of stuff, just by opening my web browser! I cultivate wonderful friendships and relationships, and yeah, whenever my time comes along, I’ll be ready for the eternal nothingness I think I have earned. :)

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  4. David Pearce Music Reviewer Avatar
    David Pearce Music Reviewer

    Really enjoyed this as I enjoy all of your blogs.

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    1. Paul Carney Avatar
      Paul Carney

      Thanks David that means a lot 🙏❤️

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