It's been a lot of fun to watch from the sidelines, but now Isaac Butler has tagged me. That is, I'm it.

Well, it's taken a little bit for me to get around to responding, thanks to the opening of The Thugs. However, the tech/hell week of the show did enable me to get in touch will some of my fortes, so to speak.

For the record, here's the description of this week's meme:

Make a list of five strengths that you possess as a writer/artist. It's not really bragging, it's an honest assessment (forced upon you by this darn meme). Please resist the urge to enumerate your weaknesses, or even mention them in contrast to each strong point you list. Tag four other writers or artists whom you'd like to see share their strengths.

1. Will power.
Much of what I accomplish happens through sheer force of will. I'd be lost without it. It's my ability to push.

2. Slay don't wait.
I get started. That's why I get stuff done.

3. I work hard.
As Mos Def says, "My work is personal. I'm a working person. I put in work. I work with purpose."

4. I can flow in many contexts.
I do a good job of relating well to people from all walks of life. I can do the business-speak when necessary, but I know how to talk to 14-year olds from downtown as well.

5. Merciless clarity.
I know what I want and I edit most everything else out. I'm the same in my writing. I'm the same when I clean my house. I'm a good cruel editor.

So, that's that. I did it. I got it done. Aren't you proud of me?