Music and Writing

"The Philosopher in Meditation" by Rembrandt

It is no secret that music holds a special place in my life. After all, I have a playlist linked right on this page (should be over on the left somewhere). But not only does music sound aurally pleasing, but it also opens my mind to situations and scenes that I could be writing.

In my music, I prefer those songs that convey hidden messages weaved carefully within the lyrics. These kind of lyrics make me think (A forbidden concept!) about all the idiosyncrasies of our world. It makes me think about the ideas that few even approach.

In my stories, I similarly like to include messages that speak for my personal philosophy. Through my writing, I hope to convey the emotions and thoughts that are buried deep within my psyche. You may think me strange . . . but in the end, isn't that all we are? Strange beings moving and colliding with one another without even knowing - or even acknowledging - the bigger questions?