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All of the articles I have written thus far have touched on things that will help you write an autobiography.

Remember: Writing is most important!

Start now.

Don't get caught up on the mechanics. Those will come as you write.

Pick up a pen. Now.

But what should you write about?

Write about anything:

The time you forgot your lines just before your cue in your theatrical debut.

Clubs you have belonged to. Rotary? Kiwanis? Church groups? Community groups?

Your parents quirky habits.

Bands you have seen in concert. Weird Al? Kenny G? Ozzy? MC Hammer?

Lessons learned. Life's short, do something worthwhile. Work stinks, but sometimes you have to do what you have to do. Life's a crap sandwich and everyday you have to take a bite.

Your coworkers. What was the most annoying thing a fellow worker ever did?

A life-changing event. How did losing your mother, or you brother, or best friend affect the rest of your life?

Inspirations.

Holidays. How did you spend your Christmas' growing up? What was your favorite Halloween costume?

First time you danced with someone besides a family member. Was your mom at the dance to chaperone?

Just start writing. Things will fall into place.

Don't freeze in the face of writing something. Forget the conventions and write.

Rules help us understand each other. However, rules are meant to be bent, right? Besides, you have all of the skills that you need to get started.

Write as if you were talking to a trusted friend. Your personality will shine through.

Is spelling not your forte? I used to be a great speller. The word processor has broken me of that habit. I rely on the spell checker to keep me straight.

At first, you're just writing for you. Don't pretend like someone is reading over your shoulder. You will feel inhibited and insecure. Don't do it.

Writer after writer will tell you that you have to be willing to write a poor first draft. It's true. The words will flow more freely. You can change things later.

Get lost in the writing, in the ideas, and the experience.

Can't get the juices flowing? Use a list like the one I created above. Soon you'll find something that you can write about.

What are you waiting for? There's much to write.