Towards the end her essay Lomott explains to the reader, with lots of imagery, what she does to stop the voices in her head. By doing this she is connecting to the reader by describing obscene and abnormal things that can be done to make writing a lot more easier, and she also finds a way to make the reader laugh. I feel as though that Lamott did a very good job describing what it is like to write the first draft and what may go though a writers mind. Even though it a bit descriptive and some things she talks about is not needed it still all makes sense in the end and also is enjoyable to read.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Shitty First Drafts
After reading this essay I have to say that I was very confused and also was amazed at how this women has so much that goes through her mind all that once. I found it very interesting how Lamott was able to go on and on about this subject that everyone's first draft is "shitty". She went to great lengths to describe that every writer always has a horrible first draft that drives you insane. But then she goes on the describe her one friend who does not have a bad first draft. telling the reader about this is not very necessary but it does end up making sense in the end.
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Rachel-
I have to agree with you. It is amazing how Lamott could ramble on about her weird personal experiences. I don't know about you, but I couldn't relate at all to her personal experiences. She does contradict herself very much about everyone not being a perfect writer but then goes on to say that there are perfect writers out there.
When you say she connects to the reader by explaining what sh does with imaginary mice and the mason jar, I thought that was a little taking if overboard. I think she could have connected to the reader in a different way like its hard not to move around and be twitchy when you write but you say to yourself, I know I have to write this so lets just get it over with.
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