in the time that passes when we close our eyes
Diana S.
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The two things I value most are human expression and human connection, two aspects of existence which I find to be very intertwined. No matter where I am, what I’m doing, or my state of mind, I always like to document my thoughts, feelings, figments of my imagination, and especially poetic moments on a document on my phone. I call this sort of journal my “poetic ramblings,” and I enjoy not only writing in it to capture moments, but looking back on my previous writings and reliving these abstractly articulated memories, however bitter or sweet. My entries in this journal represent my most authentic self, and I believe that reading a single piece from it will allow anyone to know me and understand my mind instantly more intimately. Every year since middle school, I have been aware of various creative competitions, and every year without fail, I consider them, look forward to them, and then leave them for the next year as I become so busy. However, this is my last year of high school, and I am so excited to finally share my art, seizing the opportunity to make a connection with an audience, even if only with a single reader.
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Creativity is the expression of one's most authentic self through whatever outlet feels natural. I express my creativity through many mediums, including dance as well as writing. Art as a creative outlet allows people to express their most intimate and even unconscious aspects which cannot be articulated any other way.
