Hello Everyone,
It is the first Wednesday of the month, and IWSG Time.
IWSG is a writer support group created and led by Alex Cavanaugh. It is a big help to many of us who do not mind sharing our insecurities, our successes or giving encouragement and help to others.
So, if you are interested and would like to join, the link below will lead you directly to us:
My report:
One Submission to Glimmer Train – Very short Fiction – April 30, 2018
One Rejection - Glimmer Train Submission from February 2018 – Rejected
IWSG Day Question: It's spring! Does this season inspire you to write more than others, or not?
A Simple Answer To A Complex Question
No. I write. I’ve learned to separate my emotions regarding, the seasons of the year, or whether it is raining, or the sun is shining or snowing or hailing with when I write. My inspiration to write comes from knowing that this is why I was born. This is the purpose of my existence; therefore, I write.
Wishing all of you a lovely month of May.
Take care and be safe.
Shalom aleichem,
Pat G
A lovely May to you Pat - thanks for sharing your philosophy re the seasons and writing regardless!
ReplyDeleteAnd write you must, for it is a gift from God to give away as He directs! All for the glory of God! I love you, Patty!
ReplyDeleteThinking of you Pat. I'm like you. I write all year long regardless of the season but at least in Spring I can write by a nice sunny window or read outside :)
ReplyDelete"This is the purpose of my existence; therefore, I write" Love that!
ReplyDeleteRonel visiting on Insecure Writer's Support Group day: Autumn Decisions
Then you're a wise writer who can do that.
ReplyDeleteYou have such wonderful conviction and dedication.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on being so dedicated, Pat. That's awesome!
ReplyDeleteHappy IWSGing,
Elsie
That's a powerful statement: The reason why you were born. I've never thought of it that way. :-)
ReplyDeleteAnna from elements of emaginette
I'm the same as you. The season doesn't matter- only the time available matters.
ReplyDeleteThe drive to write year around is so personal. I admire your ability to separate your emotions and seasons. Interesting insight. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteIt is wonderful that you could do that: write no matter what. I have several stories in my head, but I haven't written anything for a while, except a couple blog posts and some non-fiction articles for my newspaper. I need to get back to writing; it bothers me that I can't.
ReplyDeleteTell it like it is, Pat! :) I think my process is similar, but I'd be lying if I said the long northern winter months didn't cut my productivity. :) Happy IWSG day!
ReplyDeleteI really like that - that you write because you know that's the purpose of your existence. And good luck with submitting again. Happy IWSG day!
ReplyDeleteI adore your devotion to your writing. It a beautiful statement that your inspiration comes from within because you know it is your purpose.
ReplyDeleteYes to this! - "My inspiration to write comes from knowing that this is why I was born. This is the purpose of my existence; therefore, I write." :)
ReplyDeleteSeasons don't affect my writing but they do my imagination and stories when needed. Happy IWSG Day.
ReplyDeleteWow, I have to admit I envy and admire your focus! I cannot lie: I am easily distracted by a lovely day :) But at a deeper level you are right: the need to write never changes.
ReplyDelete—Rebecca
My IWSG Post
Well said. A real writer writes no matter what.
ReplyDelete"This is the purpose of my existence; therefore, I write." Love the conviction, Pat!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful month of May that will surely be packed with loads of wonderful writing moments...
Thanks so much for stopping by my blog.
ReplyDeleteI agree. We simply write. We may not always write as much as we want to, but we write; no matter the season or weather.
I love your attitude about writing and how the seasons or weather shouldn't influence it.
ReplyDeleteWell, I'm catching up somewhat. I didn't think I'd be able to do that, but with glue on my jeans, I'm sticking to the chair and making the rounds. Loved your comment on my blog, and wanted you to know I appreciated your visit. I admire your determination with Glimmer Train and have my fingers crossed that you'll get a publication in their great magazine soon.
ReplyDeleteI love that you have learned to separate your emotions. It will make your writing journey a lot less of a roller coaster :)
ReplyDeleteWe think alike, Pat! Good luck with your submissions.
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