More than Writers

It’s ironic, isn’t it, as a writer, to run out of words? But there are times when events overtake us and life becomes overwhelming, emotions beyond the limits of mere language. As a writer, and a Christian, where words are what I turn to for expression and connection, both to others and to God, these can be the times when this lifeline deserts me and I am left drifting out on a sea of feelings and circumstances on nothing more substantial than a Lilo. That’s when I need a lifeboat manned by other people. That’s when, like the crippled man on the mat, I need to be carried by others’ faith. That’s when I need other people’s words to borrow. It’s often songs that help. The added benefit of music, which expresses more than lyrics alone, speaks directly to my heart and lets me expel the anguish of helplessness and longing as I sing along. Often I find a particular song ‘fits’ so I play and sing it repetitively, holding on to its truths for dear life. Se...