Since I still have a long ways to go to finish NaNo, I'm going to keep this very short.
When I was in New York last week, I visited the New York Public library--you know, the famous one with the two lions out front.
Anyway, I saw this phrase engraved above one of the doors:
Translation: "A good book is the precious lifeblood of a master spirit, embalmed and treasured up on purpose to a life beyond life."
Rather than give you my interpretation, I'd love to hear what you think this means. Or, more specifically, what does this mean to you? Because I think we all take a different meaning based on our own life's experiences.
So take a break and let your mind go somewhere else besides your NaNo story. Think about why you read. Why you write. And tell me, what does this mean to you?
2 comments:
To me, this means that I write my book because I HAVE to write my book. To write the thoughts or stories that are in my head are to give life to who I really am- my inner self- and to save a part of me forever in text, not only just for me but also to possibly be an inspiration or a joy to someone even after I am gone.
Great quotation. :-)
KaseyQ: I love your interpretation. Thanks for your thoughtful comment!
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