Good writing Quote by Anne Lamott
“My gratitude for good writing is unbounded; I’m grateful for it the way I’m grateful for the ocean.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Bird by Bird, Anne Lamott, 1994
Writing is a source of deep, limitless appreciation, akin to the awe of the ocean.
In simple terms: Writing feels as vast as the sea.
Key Takeaway
Cherish and protect good writing.
Themes
gratitude
writing
beauty
Mood
reflective
admiring
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- reading clubs
- writing workshops
- personal reflection
- teaching writing
Key Concepts
aesthetic appreciation
creative inspiration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does writing inspire your sense of wonder?
- What can you do to support writers?
A Different Perspective
Appreciation may overlook the effort behind writing.
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