I wrote a poem in Emily Dickinson's bedroom

[@fourhemispheres2734]

In a weird way, it kind of makes me sad when people say, “I hope to a writer one day,” or anything along those lines because for me, if you write then you are a writer. You don’t need to wait for accolades or permission to be something that you already in a sense are, inherently. If you love to paint, then you’re a painter. If you love to dance, then you’re a dancer. I know Ruby means it in the sense that writing is something which she aspires to, but Ruby, you are a writer and a creator. You don’t need a stamp of approval to be what you are.

[@s.g2344]

This is a lovely comment 😊 xx

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

"I hope to a writer one day". HAHAHAHA HAHAHAHA classic 😂

[@lizziedrexler6427]

I came to the comments to say something along the same lines, your comment is beautifully written. Ruby, you are already a writer💛

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

@@lizziedrexler6427 yeah, in the same way that anyone who can hold a pen is a writer. Hahaha hahahaha

[@123canadagirl]

I agree. It took me a long time to see this regarding my painting but I have. Now working on this concept for my other passion - writing!

[@heidi9569]

I visited her house in the winter of ‘96. We arrived very early, before the museum had opened. No one was there but us. An inch of wet snow had fallen overnight. We got out of the car to have a look at the grounds and noticed a small set of foot prints coming from Emily’s house and down the path to her brother’s house. I’m not one to believe in ghosts… but that day was memorable!

[@marcpaters0n]

Ruby you are a writer. If you write, you're a writer.

[@georgewest7068]

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[@circleofleaves2676]

Absolutely. I have not published anything, but I am still a writer.

[@cerridwencottagediary9194]

You ARE a writer Ruby and your use of language is exquisite! I can imagine your Mum shedding a tear when she watches this video as you are glowing x

[@moonmush]

watching your videos gives me an odd wave of nostalgia, Im not sure why but you are really out her living my dream, I’m so glad you had this opportunity

[@dianacantwriteanything]

I don't quite know how to express it but something about you writing a poem in Emily Dickinson's bedroom just felt right. It really seemed like you belonged there, like you'd always sat there writing... No wonder it was such an incredible experience for you! I think, if Emily Dickinson was alive today, the two of you would be really good friends 🥰

[@avenginggoddess]

What an extraordinary experience! And I agree with the other people who commented: you already are a writer. You have the soul of a Romantic poet.

[@SarahFrickArt]

You should do the Louisa May Alcott House tour in Concord Massachusetts! The tour and house are amazing! This desk and room remind me a lot of her room

[@jade_960]

I had a lecture on Emily Dickinson today and I thought about your trip! She seems like such an interesting person, I’m looking forward to getting into her work and think it’s so cool you got to channel some of her creative energy writing in her own bedroom! Thanks for the video :)

[@Missfrankiecat]

You are brave and generous to share your poem with us. I'm glad you had such an inspirational visit.

[@yourbookladykatie]

You ARE a writer. I say this as someone who is just now being published for the first time (a short story in an anthology coming out next month). I used to say I'm aspiring to be a writer, then I'm aspiring to be a published writer. Now I saw I'm building a career as a writer. Because I am a writer! I just don't make a living off of it...yet.

[@DS-uh6ss]

Well done, you!

[@yourbookladykatie]

@@DS-uh6ss ❤️

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

She is a writer. .... ... ... ... ..A WACK WRITER! HAHAHA HAHAHAHA HAHAHAHA 😂🤣😂

[@peter_roth_8812]

You wrote this and I read it. That's the way it goes

[@dillonpark7262]

These videos have been your best yet. So happy you could visit New England to experience the historic and scenic places.

[@jenniferwilson9063]

The things you say about perfectionism in writing have struck a chord with me. I have over the years thrown away countless journals and notebooks because the words I pinned to paper were not perfect. I saw flaws in my handwriting, the actual words pinned, and sometimes the subject matter. You have inspired me too start again to journal my thoughts. And this time I will do my best to not be so critical of my work, but allow the words to flow as they come. To allow the mistakes happen, because mistakes are often a natural part of life and growth.

[@threemusketeers4109]

What an amazing experience! I got chills just watching you walk into her room. So happy for you.

[@Rec426]

This was so awesome! I think a lot of us writers/readers understand the feeling of being in a room of someone that’s inspired us. I’ve been to the Brontë house and loved that experience. I would like to go back there again since I’ve read more Brontë books since! Love seeing this journey of yours :)

[@elizabethstranger3122]

Thats amazing! Dickinson and Bronte - my two favourite Emilys

[@Yesica1993]

Such a beautiful room! It suddenly dawned on me that it makes sense to have a small desk like that. If you think about it, if you're writing, reading, or even eating, you don't take up much space. The rest of a big ol' desk gets taken up with storage/holding stuff. I never thought about it that way. Your poem was lovely, Ruby! Since it's written in pencil, see if there's some way to laminate or spray with something to preserve it. I know it doesn't seem like it right now, but years go by quickly. As time passes, and depending on the quality of the pencil and the paper, it may fade and become unreadable. You don't want these memories lost. I'm so glad you had this opportunity. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@Jeta_]

There is something so special about being in a historical place which relates closely to oneself; honestly writing where Emily Dickinson wrote - a literary genius - sounds like such a magical and surreal experience! Thank you for sharing this moment with us 🤎 ALSO ahh I actually love the poem you shared, the images you created are still held so clearly in my mind!

[@EmilyDickinsonMuseum]

We couldn't agree more!

[@MariaMedeiros]

really lovely Ruby! How wonderful and I am so excited to one day read your poetry book.

[@Bruce2518]

I think that your sweet voice has healing properties. Whenever my anxiety and blood pressure are up I listen to you and I feel at peace again. Thank you for your videos. Bruce… Tennessee U.S.A.

[@kuggsbuggs]

Thank you for setting up your cameras and selflessly sharing those moments with us

[@andreac.6779]

Beautiful, the most important thing to be a poet is to live passionately , that doesn’t mean to have many experiences, just deep emotional experiences.

[@lifeiswonderful2023]

I love how true you are to yourself. Very inspiring!

[@jamiedianne6778]

Ruby, you’re poetry is improving all the time and the poems you read out are incredible! I found this whole video so moving and inspiring! ❤

[@larrymilliken288]

This video was moving to watch-thank you, Ruby. I loved the simple poems you shared and I believe that room was the inspiration! I’m so happy you made it to Amherst and had the opportunity to be invigorated by this great poet.

[@alexhindes3861]

What a wonderful experience to have been given this opportunity, best of wishes to your talented writing

[@kirstynalmeida7761]

This is incredible! Thank you for sharing such an incredible experience

[@RubyGranger8]

YES! This is her best one, I think. It makes me emotional every time I read it x

[@StudywithPaula]

I watched this video during my study break and It's so inspiring that I want to start writing again. I've had writer's block for nearly 5 years now, and every time I sit down to write something I can't seem to find the right words. Perhaps I'm putting so much pressure on myself thinking that whatever I write has to be good. This video opened my eyes to the possibility of writing for the pleasure of doing it, without the pressure of excelling at it. I'm gonna try to start writing poems again. On pieces of scrap paper and on bus tickets, anywhere really. Just like Emily did. Thank you Ruby, for such a wonderful video ♥ btw sorry if I have any grammatical or spelling mistakes, English isn't my first language :)

[@dkyimhere3126]

Hey urr amaziiing

[@Melissa-im8vb]

I was almost on the brink of tears..I got emotional with you ❤ you're a wonderful human being Ruby, you're my best inspiration ❤ what a unique experience!! You will never forget that special day..I'm sure 📖 thank you for what you do everyday, dear Ruby..you always give me one more reason to be glad for.. Sending so much love your way 🌸

[@damfhokage4993]

Oh, to be there! She is one of my favorite poets. I really want to visit and write in her room too. So happy you got to experience this, Ruby!!

[@isabellalucia7820]

You have certainly"breathed life into graphite". This is lovely writing. One thing though - Emily's scraps relate to two things you may not be aware of. 1) paper was really expensive. It made sense to recycle every scrap. Here's an example you'd probably relate to: Given the other books you mention, I think you'd enjoy L M Montgomery's Emily of New Moon (Emily is an aspiring writer). It's Edwardian, not civil war era, but even then paper is a luxury (which becomes a plot point). Rather than tearing new paper or scribbling over a page, may I recommend compiling your own notebooks of recycled paper - flyers, envelopes, receipts etc? 2) Emily Dickinson reputedly noted down ideas as they occured to her during the day. I remember reading a contemporary (the source eludes me) who said she always carried a pencil in her apron pocket. I've always thought that accounted for lots of her envelope and lolly wrapper poems. 3. (Cause I can't count) Have you read other letters of the period? I get the impression not too many writers followed the etiquette guide, especially to their friends and family. Perhaps it was intended like formal vs informal letters today...

[@annewilson6407]

You are absolutely are a writer, Ruby. I could almost feel your joy emanating from the video! What an experience. You are very knowledgeable about Emily Dickinson which makes this video even more special. I am reading Emily Dickinson’s Gardening Life by Marta McDowell it’s a beautiful book which includes Emily’s poems, letters, her love of nature and an insight into her life in Amherst - it’s a beautiful read. I can’t wait to see your next video of your adventures in Amherst. xx

[@---xx2ue]

Thank you for adressing perfectionism in writing, and how you can awoid it by writing on some random, ripped sheets of paper. I struggle with that perfectionism so much, that it actually made me stop writing totally, since a couple of years now. Maybe this will finally help me to leave that behind.

[@AtlanticGiantPumpkin]

“I wrote some poetry but it’s not very good” proceeds to read off the most eloquent stuff I’ve ever heard

[@yourbookladykatie]

This!

[@EmilyDickinsonMuseum]

💯

[@Oliver389]

Yes!!!

[@Rinzler.14]

I was about to write the same thing Hazel! I was so impressed I rewound and listened to it once again. I agree that her poems were Eloquently crafted :)

[@thenoobalmighty8790]

They were effing WACK

[@juliasobczyk1409]

Can't wait to put my hands on your poetry book.❤️

[@Arina_Russell]

You are an insanely inspiring person and when I see your eyes light up, I am filled with energy and motivation.

[@havenwindsor7524]

You are a powerful being and your aspirations and desires are within you. I know you will accomplish great things, I get chills thinking about it. I believe you already are a writer ❤

[@penultimateh766]

What a great opportunity for you Ruby, thanks for posting.

[@JulEnglefaris]

Ruby, your poetry is really something. It's excellent. Not everyone can write poetry, but I do believe yours is amazing and I would definitely read a poetry book if you ever decide to publish one. 📝

[@y0landa543]

i love your poetry. i can’t wait to read something written by you!

[@hanjnk]

Your poetry is amazing!!♥️

[@doris_1325]

This was such an amazing inspirational video for me it highlights the importance of having "I was here!" moments in our lifetime. 👍🤗

[@aliciamccowan213]

Ruby you are such a gentle sweet soul and I genuinely enjoy your videos.

[@123canadagirl]

Love this video! What an amazing experience you’ve had. Her spirit it sounds like visits people in her space. I’m glad you were inspired. I plan to visit there one day especially since I live in the States.

[@sweapon369]

How does it feel to live my dream? I badly want to do this, but it would cost me fortune to be there. I dont even have emilys complete works. Ive just read it online. Shes everything to me. This video made me cry. It felt real . I felt there. Thank you ruby.

[@evie2260]

omg yeah i saw you on the museum tiktok account i’m glad you got to go & have a great time :)

[@eniksan86]

Wow incredible.. it's amazing... your passion to the literature is inspiring...I always get inspired.... So nice of you

[@YourTrueShelf]

I'm so happy for you that you had this incredible experience. It must have been so inspiring and I love that you felt her presence in the room. I also loved what you wrote in the room. Very inspiring 💛

[@s.3712]

You really made me reflect about perfectionism, tysm

[@madimardari7364]

So happy for you, Ruby!🥳☺️

[@markwilliamson9140]

I think you're a very creative young lady. Don't put yourself down too much. You're a very clever person. Believe In your own abilities to communicate with others, which you do do. You're going to go very far Ruby. You're very good at presenting yourself. You have an intellectual mind and I love your desire that you have for literature and books. I would love to read something that you've wrote. All the best for you, may you be published. I think you have got the determination to be so. Good luck Ruby. 👍

[@carolynhoover9444]

You are living in the wrong Era. You are eloquent in your writings. You have talent. I rarely see one young and so reflective in thoughts. Love your channel. I will be turning 73 this month and follow you.

[@katherine-ow9mm]

You are already a writer, dear Ruby, and a very good one at that!

[@sarahc4004]

I went to Amherst College! It's so amazing to see you somewhere that has meant to much to me. I live far away now, though I was born in MA. The nostalgia was just too beautiful.

[@solenaleonard]

Omg!! When I read the title I DIED! You're so lucky!! I can't wait to go visit some day :)

[@Meooooowwwwwwwwwwww]

My love I wish you knew how beautiful of a writer you are. Once you accept this, you will feel free

[@Oliver389]

Rubys video are so therapeutic to me ❤

[@Librarypencils]

Incredible documentary. Thank you!

[@philiplaycock8944]

Lovely Ruby- you are an absolute naturally gifted writer & poet! Keep going! Your writing journey will be long but thoroughly enjoyable and please keep sharing your beautiful and inspiring story!

[@oliviasarasofia]

You should probably update your information box on your channel, it still says you're 20 years old studying in Exeter. Also I'm happy you got to experience this! ❤️

[@RubyGranger8]

Oh oops! I thought I’d updated it haha! Thank you for flagging this 😊💗

[@oliviasarasofia]

@@RubyGranger8 no problem, I hope you had the best holiday in USA!

[@chockycake1]

What a fabulous experience for you. Very envious ❤

[@jazziechandra8231]

Ruby, I am thrilled for you that you got the wonderful chance to commune with your soulmate, Emily. I understand how you felt to write in her bedroom. For myself, the experience of being in the room of my beloved Beethoven, or, better yet, to play one of his pianos, would equate to your religious experience. Hurrah!

[@fruffers]

Ruby is so pure ;u;

[@kamicastillo1451]

I have been so excited for your post while at Emily Dickinson 's. Can wait for the next one!

[@RavenGent]

I'm studying history at university as a historically curator or Historian and I before worked in the museum just like that and I know that feeling when you walk in. All the treasures and furnishings including how they lived, they all lived a humble background just like us. Except those who lived in the wealth homes. Emily Dickinson is amazing. Next to Edgar Allan Poe.

[@lyhoneejil6494]

Thank you for sharing this experience Ruby. It was very moving. I would love to buy and read any poetry from you someday.

[@paulinakotuniak4073]

Omg thank you for this

[@ptrlxc]

What an amazing experience: I am jealous. Experience as much as you can. I would love to talk books with you, but for now I’m content in getting to know you, your reading experience.

[@zaasaa_art]

wow, i guess i can imagine what it feels like to be in a place where your favourite role model used to live!!

[@johnsaxongitno4life588]

I am totally jealous of you as someone who will never ever get there i am really excited for you and watching you in this amazing video love it 🥰

[@minimal13579]

You know you could do more content like this: visit literary places and vlog your experiences in depth. I get that Emily Dickinson is special for you, but there are many other interesting places to visit: Stratford, lots of stuff in London, and all over Europe. I'd watch that!

[@stevedelchamps5113]

Wonderful, Ruby!

[@samk6051]

Loved it, this and the previous vlog. God bless you

[@RubyGranger8]

Thank you!

[@lydiaschicklin5978]

Dear Ruby, YOU ARE AMAZING ! I love your piece of poetry! Thank you very much for sharing with all of us your adventure ! Bisous from Alsace in France 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗😘😘😘

[@TomHuckACAB]

This is so beautiful I wanna cry

[@zarabyss]

Ruby's videos>>>

[@TomHuckACAB]

Ruby is so amazing. I am so envious

[@svnvoo]

i love your content. it is so inspiriing and oh so educational.

[@nicolebegovic1483]

These are the coolest videos ever!!

[@maxpower1337]

The writing is the easiest part it's like creating a person who will live for ever.

[@melissafisher1448]

I loved this so much! ♡

[@nickywarner5826]

😄 absolutely, you are a writer - you may hope to be a published writer , a successful writer or a professional writer… well you’re sure on your way✨

[@oceanblue5595]

Such channels enrich our experience on KZbin.

[@circleofleaves2676]

I'm so pleased for you that you got to have this experience. The equivalent for me would be if I got to write in Virginia Woolf's writing shed at Monks House. I would so love to see you make a video of visiting Monks House!

[@psychology4introverts]

Best writing advice in this too perfectionist world of art bullet journals ever!

[@vasilikidalla5829]

You are literally living the dream *MY DREAM* 🙈❤️

[@athag1]

You are a writer Ruby. Don't sell yourself short.

[@stephanieagacita4296]

Ruby is like an old lady writer living in a young body. I describe her something like that bcoz she like old dresses, old things, etc.. somewhat like reincarnation. But still i live her so much . Keep it up what u love ruby. God bless. 😊❤

[@anwesadas25]

Its my ambition one day to make it as a successful poet... People say that poetry has no scope, especially for a career, but i will make it... I love ur videos Ruby... And this video really reminded me of why i want to become a poet in the first place 😊

[@JulEnglefaris]

Go for it! My advise for a good poem is ... be vague. Take what you're trying to say and say it in the most roundabout way as possible. Poetry shouldn't be too "on-the-nose" or too direct. Happy writing 🤎

[@pamerselius9438]

Maybe write on teabag papers and tea boxes? Charming video. I love her wallpaper. Thank you so much. ❤

[@ianmurphy9955]

This is great to watch when journalling, fascinating to see where authors wrote, in the Lake District, Kendal to be exact there's the museum of lakeland life and industry they have a replica of Arthur Ransome's study where he wrote Swallows and Amazons, I worked there during work experience it was my favourite room to spend time in

[@elaine5653]

Ruby, thank you for this video. I really love it. Your words and your style always inspire me to keep going with my heart. I never read Emily Dickinson before but now, after watching your video I want to read hers works so badly! I will try to find the original English version in Japan bookstore here. Maybe those have the Japanese version, but I always think that if you want to know someone about themselves in some way, the answer will be reading their stories in their languages. 📚( I’m not so good at English now, but I love learning every language in this world so I will keep trying to learn about English with Emily Dickinson’s books ☺️ Again, thanks for your video about Emily Dickinson. Wish you have a great day❤

[@Howareyou414]

I think she would be proud to have you there.

[@DKPSKs]

Very cool! I've studied rooms just like Emily's as I embarked to design and furnish my apartment. The student lamp took me the longest to obtain. Mine looks very similar to Emily's but my shade is different, it is green and ribbed.

[@leahsmith2078]

A little different but I teared up when I toured Laura Ingalls Wilder’s home she shared with her husband in Missouri. My childhood was so happy

[@DS-uh6ss]

I'm a Wilder scholar, and was able to get a private tour of the upstairs, OF ROSE'S ROOMS. Best part is they let me in to look at all of Laura and Almanzo's books. That altered some of my scholarship, because finding out that Laura and Rose were writing LH at the same time that Laura's reading Louis L'Amour out loud to Manly at night really changes perceptions.

[@leahsmith2078]

@@DS-uh6ss amazing! My husband and I heard a thump upstairs, and asked if someone was up there working or whatever. They said no. We think about that sometimes.

[@Yesica1993]

Oh, I would love to see that! I didn't realize it was still even in existence!

[@DS-uh6ss]

​@@leahsmith2078 probably Rose acting out!

[@DS-uh6ss]

Hoping you got to Orchard House on this trip, too. I always find the contrast between Bronson's desk and Lou's to be infuriating.

[@spacetimecontinuum1695]

this is one of your best videos wow; my life goal is to visit the Dickinson Estate one day!😙

[@Simulacreage]

I only just found your channel but it turns out I visited the Emily Dickinson house precisely one year after you did, on 1st November this year.

[@joannasmith4793]

Ruby. You are a writer !!

[@OnelineadaywithLaura]

I can't wait to buy your books ❤

[@Darkslide99]

did you visit the Louisa May Alcott house while in Massachusetts? I live near there and it’s on my list of places to see❤