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I'm James, and I'm new here. I really like the forum design, and, more importantly, almost all posts are carefully written. That's remarkable, really.

I love fiction and non-fiction. I do not read much poetry. However, I am currently reading a bit of Auden, Walcott (Derek), and Li Young Lee, and I really like all three.

I look forward to interesting conversations!
 
Hi James, welcome to the Colony! :) What kind of stuff do you write?
Hello, Rich!

I consider myself a reader, and I do not write often. I do find writing very rewarding, however. At the same time, it is also quite taxing.

When I write, it is usually about my childhood. I try to reapproach seminal moments hoping to arrive at a truthful insight or two. It's therapeutic.
 
Writing as catharsis, yes, I can relate to that. Perhaps hanging around with us lot will inspire you to try your hand at other types of writing as well. ;):)
 
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