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often wondered what it is that makes a writer want to write. Is it the desire
to be known, to be heard, to give of oneself or to change the world? Diana was delighted to have me interview her and she invited me over for tea. A wonderful smell -- that which only nature can give you--permeated the air at her home. and the first thing I saw was her computer which dominated the living room. It seemed to say, "I'm the power behind all her work." Diana told me that she had been a flight attendant for 21 years. During that period she had been continuously exposed to the chemical toxins used on airplanes, and she is now "chemically sensitive" as a result. (She had asked me not to wear any perfumes, deodorants, or any chemicals when I came to visit.) When her health forced her to stop flying, Diana decided that people should know what they were getting into on airplanes. Her first book was called Jet Smart; it contained information about traveling, beating jet lag, passenger rights, etc. For Diana, writing this book helped to turn her illness "into something of benefit for others." Diana might never have become a writer if it hadn't been for the health problems she suffered. Her second book, NONI, was written because she wanted to share a health cure that she discovered while living in Hawaii. Jet Smarter, the revised expanded version of Jet Smart, is her third book. It includes new research and new writing on the subject of healthy air travel. Diana's most recent book, Office Yoga, was written because of the muscle tension and stiffness she felt while working at her computer. Again, she alleviated some of her own discomfort by making an effort to help others. Her reason for writing, which I hadn't thought of, impressed me and added a new dimension to my focus on the life of a writer. Diana mentioned she prefers the early morning time for writing, "while the messages from dream time are still fresh." Diana loves to write—there isn't anything about it that she dislikes. "But," she told me, "I am terrified of starting a new project. Once I get going though, you can't pull me away from it." I asked her what she thought one would need to become a good writer, and she answered, "Passion. All you need is passion. The rest comes later. Listen inside yourself to your own kernel of joy—whatever interests you. Then make it grow." She mentioned two French painters, Ingres and Rouseau, the former with education and training, and the latter without. "All that matters is passion in your heart. Then things will automatically fall into place." Diana's spiritual life is the inspiration behind all her work. She said that she writes for The Father and, in return, she gets her ideas from Him. I think it is beautiful that she gives Him all the credit, and that she stands apart from the work "she" creates. I enjoyed the interview and realized that I now have a better insight to the world of writing. Diana caused me to think about what it is that drives me to write, and to have faith in myself. Not having a lot of education, or experience in the field of writing need not hinder me from achieving my goal. I will water that little seed of joy inside me—and not to let the drought of fear kill it —and then watch it grow into something beautiful and useful for others. |
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| RELATED PAGES Fairechild's
Passenger Bill of Rights |
INTERVIEW "Diana Fairechild is a model citizen of the Internet. Her Home Page and interview radiate with warmth and sound advice." Janal: "What advice would you give someone trying to start a similar business, or any business on the Net?" Fairechild: "Think about what you want to give to the Internet community. Think about what you would like to contribute. Offer something of value, and people of like mind will find your site." Janal: "What necessary skills would a person have to conduct business as you do? Fairechild:: "They need to be passionate about their field of expertise and believe that others will benefit from their service." |
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