Storytelling

Those that know me well understand that I have a particular intrigue in the past time of storytelling. Whether it be by the written word or the visual stimulus of play or film, I truly enjoy watching a drama unfold. It is likely the reason I can even watch a bad film or read a bad book at least once to the end, despite how I might feel at any point during the adventure. The development of a plot via the twists and turns can be as complex as a riddle or as simple as a coloring book.

I believe that ultimately attracts me to these things is that I consider it a true gift. I pride myself in being able to see things in various steps along a paths that have not been travelled yet. I like to think that I can often see the larger picture as a whole and work myself through the measures and verse. However, despite that ability or lack their of, even the most forward minded person may be poor at relaying the story. It takes a certain gift to both have the foresight to see a story in its entire nature and the bends it must take, but yet not approach it as a formula or problem that must be explained or solved. It is the very ability to walk someone through a tapestry of concepts while maintaining the very mystery of the whole. It takes an ability to suspend the satisfaction of the solution to wallow in the happiness, sadness or worry of the process.

I wish I had more of this talent, and I am thankful for those that do. However, at this time, I'll be content in the ability to simply appreciate the gift others give in their stories.