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A intro to who I am and a cute little game to pass on to a few other. |
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Good morning everyone I’ve officially been tagged by Jack Of Diamonds to share 6 things about myself. It’s always a bit daunting to sum up a life in 6 points, but here is a glimpse into my journey: 1. The Spark: My writing journey started in 6th grade. My language Arts teacher gave me my first “writer’s high” when she told me I had genuine talent. She believed that with a little work, I could make it as a professional, and I’ve been chasing that feeling ever since. 2. Small Town Roots: I grew up in a small community in Eastern Kentucky. There’s something unique about the pace of life there that stays with you, no matter where you go. 3. High- Flying Ambitions: Back in school, I was always active- I played volleyball, was on the flag team, and joined the Air Force Jr. ROTC. At one point, my dream was to be a jet fighter pilot!! 4. A Mother’s Heart: I am the proud mother of four amazing children. One of my children was born with Hypo-plastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS). Navigating that journey taught me a level of strength and resilience I never knew I possessed. 5. Overcoming the Odds: Life hasn’t always been easy. I’ve faced the heavy loss of my father and fought the hard battle of overcoming addiction. These experiences have shaped who I am and give me a deep well of emotion to draw from in my writing. 6. New Beginnings: I’m here to keep honing that talent my 6th-grade teacher saw in me. Writing is my way of processing the world and sharing the lessons Ive learned along the way. Now, to keep the “infection” going, I’m passing the baton! I’m tagging these three members to share their own six things: @TeeGateM @Magoo @Wolfkingdom |
I’ve been thinking a lot about the dirt roads and rolling hills of my home in Eastern Kentucky. When I was a girl in 6th grade—back when that first "writer's high" hit—I used to think that to tell a great story, I had to write about far-off cities or high-flying jets. I thought my small town was too quiet for the "professional" talent my teacher saw in me. But as I look at my four children today, especially as I reflect on the resilience we’ve gained through my child’s HLHS journey, I realize that the best stories aren't found in the destination—they are found in the roots. What I’ve Learned Since the "Spark" • The Power of Quiet: In a small community, you learn to listen to the silence. That silence is where my best ideas for Short Stories usually hide, often while I’m doing the laundry or trying to catch a few hours of sleep. • Grit is a Heritage: Overcoming addiction and facing the loss of my father taught me that "resilience" isn't just a buzzword; it’s a survival skill I learned from the people back home. • The Fighter & The Dreamer: I may not have become a jet fighter pilot, but I fight every day on the page. Writing is how I navigate the "rock bottom" moments and turn them into something beautiful. A Question for the Community I’m still working on filling all six spots in my Six Interesting Things book. It’s a process of rediscovery. Does your hometown still influence the "vibe" of your writing, or have you left those roots behind to create something entirely new? ~Emberly Gray~ ~Emberly Gray~ |
| I was thinking today about how many "lives" I’ve lived in just 41 years. There was the 6th grader chasing a writer’s high, the small-town girl from Eastern Kentucky, and even the teenager in Jr. ROTC dreaming of being a fighter pilot. Sometimes it feels like those versions of me belong to different people. But lately, I’ve realized they all show up in my writing: • The Fighter: The part of me that navigated my child’s HLHS journey and fought through addiction. This version gives my words their grit and resilience. • The Dreamer: The girl who looks at a Mirror Tree and sees a story instead of just bark. • The Mother: The heart that bleeds in ink for her mighty children. Writing is the thread that ties all those "Emberlys" together. It’s how I make sense of the rock bottom moments and the high-flying ambitions. What about you? Is there a "past version" of yourself that still shows up in your work today? |
| Title: The First of Six: A Little Bit of Context Welcome to my new journal! I decided to start this space as a way to share parts of my life that don't always make it into my other writing. They say everyone has at least six stories worth telling, so I’m using this book to dive into mine. For my very first "interesting thing," I wanted to share why I write. For me, writing isn't just a hobby—it's how I process the world. Whether I'm working on a Short Story or just jotting down My Thoughts, putting pen to paper (or fingers to keys) helps me find clarity. A few quick facts to kick things off: • The Inspiration: I find a lot of my ideas while I'm supposed to be doing other things—like laundry or sleeping. • The Goal: To fill all six spots in this book with something that makes you laugh, think, or say "I didn't know that!" • The Vibe: Honest, a little bit random, and hopefully, relatable. I’m looking forward to sharing the next five things with you all. Thanks for stopping by my Portfolio to read! ~Emberly Gray~ ~Emberly Gray~ |
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