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SilverMoon7, thank you. I do need to get my priorities right

posted by Azur on August 9, 2005 at 1:39 PM | link to this | reply

I love your blog, MayB...

I'd hate to see you go.  Hopefully you'll check in from time to time once you do take that necessary step away. 

posted by SilverMoon7 on August 9, 2005 at 9:31 AM | link to this | reply

MayB,
I think you may be onto something there...

posted by myrrhage_ on August 7, 2005 at 10:32 AM | link to this | reply

IsisEyes. There is a lot of crap out there. I think it's a matter of being good, and being persistent in the belief that you have something

posted by Azur on August 7, 2005 at 10:31 AM | link to this | reply

MayB,
Hmmm...interesting.

We hear so much of the publishing world being unapproachable, that even excellent writers are given the cold shoulder in favor of more established writers.

I wonder if there's some truth to this, that if you truly are GOOD, someone will notice you.

I hope that's true. The idea of submitting work to contests is intriguing. I've never considered doing that before.

posted by myrrhage_ on August 7, 2005 at 10:30 AM | link to this | reply

JoE Love, it is difficult to act on this knowledge

posted by Azur on August 7, 2005 at 9:49 AM | link to this | reply

MayB,
I've found that when I must finish something I've started, I have to make a conscious decision to shut down Blogit and not come back until I've finished. Otherwise 30 minutes turns into 2 hours in a few minutes.

posted by word.smith on August 6, 2005 at 2:44 PM | link to this | reply

I think you're right, May
There will come a time when playtime comes to an end. But, for now, blogging makes for a fun little hobby for those stuck in a 9 to 5, and it's a great launchpad for other projects down the road.

posted by Joe_Love on August 5, 2005 at 10:04 PM | link to this | reply

It was kind of him to be encouraging.

posted by A-and-B on August 5, 2005 at 3:46 PM | link to this | reply

Frankenkitty, half of what the industry is how we imagine it

posted by Azur on August 5, 2005 at 1:12 PM | link to this | reply

Well, good news! I have
always been intimidated by "the industry".  Good to know it's not what I imagined.  I am very curious about this "love" story of yours. I hope it is not a painful memory.  I better get back to work, contracts need attention.  Take care

posted by Flumpystalls3000 on August 5, 2005 at 12:55 PM | link to this | reply

MayB, I truly believe, and so does my Sam, that when you're an unbreakable unit, the bread is won over a lifetime. As long as you win enough in a week to get you by, then what else matters? Dreams are what life is made of.

PS. I have been drinking.

posted by _dave_says_ack_ on August 5, 2005 at 12:45 PM | link to this | reply

Symphony, good to see you ;-)

posted by Azur on August 5, 2005 at 12:31 PM | link to this | reply

NCwriter, it might be better if I switched addictions. I wonder if I can

posted by Azur on August 5, 2005 at 12:30 PM | link to this | reply

Vane, I thought you might be .............................................................................. a little addicted.

posted by Azur on August 5, 2005 at 12:26 PM | link to this | reply

NCWriter, yes, and we should extend other boundaries. Set the horizon far and move towards it

posted by Azur on August 5, 2005 at 12:25 PM | link to this | reply

Dave Cryer, I needed to have that encouragement too on the book. It is not easy playing the supportive role particularly when it means you are the breadwinner. I am not going to tell him I had that conversation, not until he has a publishing deal.

Yes, I was reminded that so much is there for the taking. I do feel hopeful now.

posted by Azur on August 5, 2005 at 12:24 PM | link to this | reply

The 'citadel' pedestal is so worth reminding yourself of. Thanks for that. And the not waiting for 'permission to try'. You somehow think that they're going to find you, sometimes, but they're not. This was a post of hope and how to make what you hope for more achievable. Thanks.

And to the book that will go far: your solid supportive unit has given it the main push, that joint belief in its worth and the time invested in the craft of it. But here's another push from that ethereal world beyond the keyboard. Can't wait to see it on the shelves in Waterstones.

posted by _dave_says_ack_ on August 5, 2005 at 12:02 PM | link to this | reply

MayB,
It is addicting isn't it? I guess we all just have to set our own boundaries. Anxiously waiting to hear about that love....

posted by NCwriter on August 5, 2005 at 12:01 PM | link to this | reply

can't wait to hear more....
hope you are well?...take care

posted by _Symphony_ on August 5, 2005 at 11:58 AM | link to this | reply

i am addicted to this. I will eventually have to step back too.

posted by Vanidad on August 5, 2005 at 11:58 AM | link to this | reply