THE TEEN TOWN

CHAPTER THREE - WRITING IT RIGHT

I've always had a great passion for writing and reading. One of my early kindergarten memories is to have seen a book and then begging my mom to buy me a copy.

Growing up, I always read something, comics, novels, newspaper articles. Throughout my schooling I was always good at writing essays and every type of article and for a long time I dreamed of becoming a journalist or a writer.

However, with time, my passion for writing weakened. I had other interests, I started to work and the time to devote towards writing was little. So I had practically abandoned my dream to write, partly because I was not supported by the right people, who believed in my talent and my potential.

This situation lasted until I met my girlfriend.
I discovered that she is a very talented designer, but was in the same situation, the talent was plenty, but little support from people and a lack of motivation.

I instantly became her main supporter, I constantly motivated and supported her in her career and now she is an illustrator of books for children full-time. She has also motivated me to cultivate again my passion for writing, and thanks to her confidence in my talent I started writing on a regular basis every day. Now I feel happier and fulfilled because I do something I love to do.

This story perhaps may not sound exciting or full of adventure, but it contains a clear message, to stay motivated and to consistently follow your dreams. The support of the people around you is very important, but the real strength is found within us, and upon finding it, even the support of other people becomes a great engine to improve ourselves.

Guys, always believe in yourself and do not let anyone resize your talent, because it is often a person envious of you and of your abilities, and their only goal may be to destroy your talent.

I can never thank my girlfriend enough to have rekindled in me a passion for writing, it is to her credit that now you are reading this story.