When discovering that I write for Odyssey, many respond with the normal "Oh that's cool!" or even "Ugh THAT website." But, occasionally I'll receive the question of "Why do you write?" What a good question that is. In a time where I'm consumed with school work up to my ears and side involvement in college, why bother to put away more time write an article that I'm not getting a grade for?

Writing an article involves much more than just writing and sending in an article. Not only do I have the ability to use my creative juices, but also have the chance to be apart of something great. As many of you know, I am part of the Mississippi State Odyssey community. Therefore I am able to be surrounded with other writers with a passion just like me. We are able to discuss ideas, and bounce articles off of each other in the greatest of ways. Having this group also allows to form bonds and be able to connect with other writers who are going through what we are going through.

Another top reason I write is because my brain needs it. After a full week of school, homework, and being told what/what not to study, it's nice to be able to write freely with no limitations. Writing uses the creative, and imaginative parts of my brain that I often don't get the chance to use academically. As I mentioned before, while writing these articles, I don't have the pressure of whether I will get an A or fail. Now of course people have the right to respond with their comments or suggestions, but nothing that could effect my GPA. Either way, writing gives me a nice reason to relax and just write what I have on my mind.

Even in a busy week I find time to write my article because I know it can be my saving grace, and my freedom of expression in my week. I am more than happy that I made the decision to apply to join the team, and was even more elated when Devin Edgar (our Editor-in-Chief) accepted me with open arms to the team. I always look forward to sharing my mind at the end of the week and this opportunity has helped me do that, and maybe has touched some people along the way. If anyone has an opportunity like this, I highly suggest looking into it because I'm so glad I can write and freely express myself! Write on writers, and read on readers!