But I prefer to think he meant her courage, her spirit in the face of adversity. And I realized something this past week while layering in subplots and adding twists to my current wip. Somewhere along the way, my story had lost its muchness. I stopped pushing the boundaries, and I must have been in a good mood about three quarters of the way through because suddenly everyone became very nice. Even my villain.
Not Good.
Then it occurred to me that maybe I have lost some of my own muchness. Have I become too civilized as an adult? Have I lost the courage and spirit to speak up when it’s not considered polite or when I believe in something that might not be popular? Every day I believe in the impossible but am I willing to back that up in my writing?
I vow today to be much muchier. And so does my manuscript. We may not be brandishing a sword but our pen rocks out loud.
How’s that for muchness?
I love that movie with a burning fiery passion. And yes, there are times I've lost my muchness as well. Not today, though!
ReplyDeleteWas there really a debate going on? I must've been busy. I'm glad you're vowing to be more uncivilized!
ReplyDeleteSeriously (Yeah right), I don't picture you the girl in the corner agreeing with the world because you lost your mojo. I'm sure your writing reflects the same. :)
Yes! I also need to find my muchness!
ReplyDeleteWriting is no place to lose your muchness. Excellent post and a good reminder to make your headspace a "no complacency" zone. :)
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean about losing your muchness. I've been feeling that way myself for awhile and I worry it's creeping into my work!
ReplyDeleteHere's to getting our muchness back. :)
That's one of my favorite movies. :)
ReplyDeleteHooray for muchness!