The ups and downs of writing

In some cases writing can be pleasant and for others it can be frightening. To me writing is both frightening and pleasant. Some of the reasons that writing can be pleasant are when I am familiar with the writing topic that I am assigned. For instance, some of my professors might assign a topic such as write about a memorial event in your life. Since the topic is about something I can recall I am able to write about the subject without getting off topic. I also enjoy writing poetry, letters, and my thoughts. Whenever I am feeling upset or sad I write my feelings on paper, which always helps me. Writing is enjoyable when it is something I like talking about, otherwise it is difficult. On the other hand, writing can be frightening because sometimes I do not understand the writing assignment. This usually leads to me not making sense. In addition, I am afraid of making mistakes in grammar, not being clear, or going off topic. Issues like these always run through my mind as I write. Overall, writing can be frightening, but for the most part I enjoy it.