Education, Instruction and Teaching

Definition of Education ; noun; The activities of educating or instructing or teaching; activities that impart knowledge or skill. Example; "She received no education"

I may not know a lot of things but I do know my lack of education is creeping up with me. And it is embarrassing,

I had no choice, but for specific reasons had to quit school at 14, the age we are just getting into high
 school.

Given my dream is to write, and I do all the time since a very young age, it makes for a challenging disability at best.

I worked since I was 14 and never took one look back. Not shocking enough developed a very successful career in the communication Industry.

And now I write. I love it but until now it has just been books and books held private in my room,

I never did go back and read one piece I wrote. And definitely never let someone read anything.

Until last Summer, slowly on the internet. It gave me confidence slowly that I surely never had.

I write everyday but despite my attempts, the evidence is there after I proof the 3rd time It's full of grammar and spelling mistakes. I only know this because people have been quite honest and kind to point them out.

So what is my point? I am not complaining or whining, rather confessing. All the errors you find in my work, I missed. despite dictionaries. when I am learning and moving ahead, No matter what. I don't get insulted when my errors are flagged, actually it helps but I must say also humiliating.

The learning will come and does when I write, And this is one battle I already Fight
But this is maybe embarrassing, and judgmental but I will get it right.

Definition of Learning ;noun; the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge, profound scholarly knowledge

Definition of effort; noun,; A noble achievement, hard work at the use of physical or mental energy, earnest and conscientious activity intended to do so or accomplishing something

Thank you all for your support - it keeps me trying

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Your no doubt a true inspiration and I love to laugh - thanks buddy - I will keep you updated LOL

Posted on 12/13/2008 at 1:12:17 PM

thanks nice work

Posted on 12/11/2008 at 4:12:55 PM

I love your writing, Kim. The words you choose get right to the point. I agree with others who say that you learn by doing. As long as we are open to learning new things we will make progress. You are very courageous. Keep writing. You touch our hearts with what you have to say.

Posted on 10/16/2008 at 2:10:22 PM

You really have good word usage in your work Kim, I myself am a ninth grade drop out, and I know how hard it is to get back in the game of literature, but i love your work Kim, and thanks for all your comments, and your pic is great its very colorful.peace. :-)

Posted on 10/04/2008 at 2:10:58 AM

Kim a lot of writers have things in their life they have to yet to finish. For me it is college, for you it was not having went into high school for another something else. If you live a perfect life and finish everything and have no regrets there isn't much to write about anyway. If you have made an honest living writing and can actually live from what is earned through your writing it is more you could ever ask for. Being able to express one's self through writing is one thing, to be able to find the strength to do so in a positive way is truly a gift. It is inspiring to know someone who had defeated the odds and is doing what they have always loved.

Posted on 09/23/2008 at 11:09:32 AM

Kimberly-I tell my students this statement and I will tell you....through our mistakes we learn, it is when we make mistakes, our learning is most meaningful. Personally, when I think of all the times and situations I remembered and learned the most was when I had made a mistake. Mistakes are a change agent. Lucky for you and I that we make mistakes, keep making mistakes and you will grown even more as a learner. You are my hero Kimberly.

Posted on 09/22/2008 at 9:09:24 PM

You have a gift from God - that gift is to be able to express yourself with words and show your emotions so that others can benefit from your experience(s). Do not let anyone tell you otherwise! ((( cyber hugs )))

Posted on 09/22/2008 at 4:09:17 PM

Great piece.. thank you for sharing your touching story

Posted on 09/22/2008 at 1:09:13 PM

Your work is so amazing Kimmy! Keep it up & hang in there & don't let nothin' get ya down. You're awesome :)

Posted on 09/22/2008 at 1:09:30 PM

I am in my sixties and I know that is it o.k to make mistakes ..they are what life is all about ... but not to express yourself and use your talents that is what is a mistake.. lol xxxxxxxxxxxxx

Posted on 09/22/2008 at 8:09:43 AM

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