Encouragement from the Blogosphere
My brain is covered in a thick fog as I do the final polish of my manuscript. I apologize to everyone in my life. I’m scattered and self-absorbed. I will be myself again soon–I promise!
Writers, you know what I’m talking about. It’s very difficult to turn off the world we’ve spent months building. As my deadline looms, I worry I’ve missed key themes the book needs. Little things ping me.
Did I overstate his conflict? Is hers clear? What word/phrase did I overuse but have no clue I did?
Anyway, I scrolled through blogs on Feedly this evening, and my breathing slowed. My heart stopped racing. My brain relaxed.
I was encouraged.
- “A Letter for D” by Wendy Paine Miller. I love this beautiful post. Wendy and I have been friends for years. She’s an amazing person, a brilliant writer, and her words always ring true.
- “The Importance of Alone Time” by Mary Manners via Seriously Write. Mary acknowledges the time-consuming aspects of the writing life that aren’t actual writing, and she makes no apologies for shutting the office door and getting things done. Love that attitude!
- “My Book is Being Made into a Movie!” by Belle Calhoune via Love Inspired: A Story for Every Reader. Have you read Belle’s Love Inspired novels? They are brimming with romantic optimism! One of her books, An Alaskan Christmas, is being made into a movie! Congratulations, Belle!
- “It’s Monday. What are You Reading?” by Cheryl C. Malandrinos via The Book Connection. Recommendations? Lists? Covers? YES! I’m always encouraged when I see what other people are reading.
Blogs make me feel connected in a way social media sites don’t. I think it’s a combination of focusing on one thing at a time and knowing the title of the post before I read it–I know what I’m getting.
As soon as this book is turned in, I’m treating myself to a long library visit where I’ll check out a towering stack of books. Oh yes…I’m ready!
What has encouraged you this week?
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Jill, I get almost all my encouragement from the Blog-O-Sphere. My crit partner lives locally and we meet every other month, but otherwise I don’t see writers face-to-face unless it’s at a conference. Seekerville is a lifeline for me, they’ve talked me off of many a ledge. I also like Writers Alley. I enjoy talking to you, especially the goal-setting part, and I’m a fan of Jeanne Takenaka’s devotional posts, which I can usually apply to my non-writing life as well. Not an easy job, especially now, need to support each other.
Kathy, I agree. I’m thankful for blogs, emails, social media and smartphones! I love sharing our goals, here, too! When I read yours, it motivates me. 🙂
Jill, I am so glad you know where you can get encouragement like this.
When you do your library run, I hope it is a calming and exciting time.
I am SO ready for library time, Lori!!
I love how we can get encouragement and inspiration from each other. You always inspire me and give me confidence to keep writing. Thank you Jill. 🙂
Thank you so much, Melissa. You encourage me, too!!
What a lovely and inspiring post. Thanks so much for including me. It’s wonderful to encourage each other. Happy writing!
Thank you, Mary!!