I think this a brilliant analogy. It's very well written, Know. I like how everything is put together, and makes such sense. I probably wouldn't be able think of something like this.
I sat and read it all, it's interesting and thought provoking, but also very convicting. As I read, I've been looking at myself and where i fit in, and like others, I think i have split personalities. I saw myself in some places that i would rather not be.

I also encourage the one about the poetic/litarary virgin, because i think i can relate to that one also.

oh wow, this is very good, and i'll be rereading it plenty of times. Including right now!

P.S. i would kind of like to see this archived, just cause i think it's important for people to see and use to help understand themselves as writers. So, we shouldn't lose it on here.

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-Phyllis-




...The caged bird sings
with fearful trill
of the things unknown
but longed for still
and is tune is heard
on the distant hill
for the caged bird
sings of freedom...

- Maya Angelou