I’ve had an interesting start to my year. As some of you know, I’ve been sick for the past month. Not “hey I’ve had a bad flu” sick. More like “hey, this could kill you if you’re not careful” sick. The good news is that I’m on the mend. The bad news is I’ve had a lot of free time on my hands.
This shouldn’t be a problem.
I haven’t been able to write anything since this mess started. Understandably, my creativity has been sapped a bit. But what it has done, is given me time to think. Its helped me focus on what I want my year to be like going forward.
First off, I’m going to start taking care of myself better. That means listening to my body and not ignoring things when they’re not right. Yes, women tend to do this a lot, but I won’t anymore. I’ve also learned that bad things can happen to me. It’s funny, I never considered before that something could. I know that sounds naive, but really, who does. I’m not old, I thought I was healthy, why would I think bad things were about to happen. I now know that I’m not invincible and need to put myself first so I can be there for my family.
On the writing front, I’ve learned that if I want things to move forward, I need to make them happen. No more sitting around thinking I can’t get an agent, or a bigger contract, or write the book I always wanted, just because it’s hard. Of course its hard, and I might even fail. But one thing I know for certain, it will never happen if I don’t try.
So, I’ve decided to start 2010 over. I go back to my day job on Monday after having been on sick leave for a month. I’m also going to start writing again and get those queries out to agents. No, I won’t giver up after getting five rejections and think I’m a sucky writer.
Positive side of life. It’s a nice place to be.
OMG. I was just sitting here, looking at rejections thinking what the heck do I think I’m doing.
I almost gave up on the book in question.
I think I’ll keep going.
I’m glad you’re on the mend. I’ve been so worried about you.
So glad to hear you’re getting better, Christine. I’d say welcome to old-age, but you’re too young for that yet.
“think I’m a sucky writer” WTF? You are NOT a sucky writer. You need to talk to Eve Silver–she’ll whap up the side of the head (deservedly) and tell you about the number of rejections she’s had before you start thinking you suck. Because you definitely don’t suck!
Glad to hear you’re on the mend Christine and congratulations on your fabulous attitude. It’s hard to keep going in this business, that’s for sure.
Amy, you can’t give up. It’s hard, but the only way we’ll get there is to keep going. HUGS!
Leah, yeah I know I don’t suck…but I feel like it after a while. Eve is a great inspiration to keep going. I wish I’d been able to go to the January meeting.
Maureen, thank you! I know it took you a while for your success to come. I just need to learn to be patient.
Christine you are a strong woman with the right attitude. I’m glad you’re on the mend and 2010 is gonna rock…wait and see!