Day 3, Fall 2024 Mini 1000
Hi friends.
Today we will write 1000 words. Together. Because we are seeking a certain kind of growth. Perhaps we are trying to build new opportunities for ourselves. Or perhaps we are trying to learn something new about ourselves on a personal level. On its most basic level, writing today and every day means we are fattening that pile of words, and there is a deep sense of satisfaction that comes from that. Whatever growth means for us, writing those 1000 words today is one step toward achieving it. And I know we can do this. We’re already halfway there just by showing up.
One of the things I love about writing fiction is that it allows me to create a parallel universe with which to explore all manner of ideas or feelings. Even if that universe doesn't match my own exactly, I'm dealing with a plane that resembles something familiar to me because I created it myself. I can always see my fingerprints in its invention, even if no one else can. So then when I traffic in risky emotions or actions I can feel safe in my approach. And in that moment of creation I have potential for some serious growth.
This is tremendous to me. This is immense. The chance to learn how to evolve as a person? Because of my words? Screw a thousand, give me a million.
Good luck today. Stay open to possibility on the page. I’m proud of you for being here.
Jami
You are reading Mini 1000, an infrequent newsletter encouraging you to write from Jami Attenberg. My main newsletter is Craft Talk. I’m also on twitter and instagram.
1029 finally. It took me a while today because a friend came over in the morning for an early dog playdate and then I went grocery shopping and then, because I have a book coming out in less than a month, I had to make a vat of garlicky-anchovy pasta. And then finally I was ready to write.
1,365 words to kick off the weekend. I've been forced into writing incredibly early because it's the time I have but I'm actually enjoying the peace and quiet. It was a nice way to wake up today.