What it means to me to become a writer

      I do not consider myself a writer yet. I have not published anything. However, I  hope to soon. I think I'll feel like a writer when I can wear leather shoes and cool hats. This, of course needs a little bit of explanation.
        What I have admired about creative people is their ability to wear what they want, and not to worry about what other people think.  They often wear cool hats and colorful clothing. They also wear real leather shoes.
         Because of my vocation, I must wear rugged and durable footwear. It must be practical and rather bland. A nice leather shoe is good for walking about and generally looking cool. Sneakers and work boots are very practical, however the cool factor is well below the bar.
          I wear ball caps. They protect my eyes and head from sun and dust. I have a whole collection of grungy ball caps. Wouldn't it be nice to wear a cool hat that is just plain nice to look at?
         The greatest thing about these items of clothing is that you have to be brave to wear them. Nice shoes and cool hats say hey; I have pizazz! I have the strength to wear something nice. If you don't like my hat and shoes..., well whatever! I like my hat and shoes! That's all that matters.
        When I'm brave enough to wear cool stuff, I think I can call myself a writer.