Finally I finished another story yesterday. It seems every year I can only write 2 or 3 pieces at the most, and the rest of the time I don't feel like writing at all. I started this one back in the summer, but the first draft was completed in a few days of time this last week. Since I was reading Sophie's Choice and Dubliners, my story is influenced by the two writers (especially by Styron), plus the election.

Some random thoughts on writing. To connect with the readers, one has to go deep, deep, deep into the human heart. But it's impossible to delve into another person's heart. Since deep down inside we are all alike and we are all the same, when I go deep within myself, perhaps I can touch the heart of everyone who cares.