tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post8071466138831418..comments2024-01-02T06:39:28.476-06:00Comments on erica and christy-two moms. two teachers. two writers. one blog.: Writerly Feedbackerica and christyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13074820593371226159noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-66730584426723182972016-07-27T08:44:43.164-05:002016-07-27T08:44:43.164-05:00I think sometimes we have to expect words to suck,...I think sometimes we have to expect words to suck, but to draft anyway, and know that the real BIG MAGICal writing may take place after sending it to crit partners and after we begin the revision process. And while I tend to only write when inspired, taking time to read, watch tv and movies when in lulls, in order to find success it's SO important to schedule the butt-in-chair, daily writing times like you do! Balance, always balance, eh? Staying connected with others is hugely magical and inspiring. Thanks for visiting and commenting!!! <3erica and christyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13074820593371226159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-22245553273962422012016-07-26T08:23:02.506-05:002016-07-26T08:23:02.506-05:00Ha, so true about the internet! But I have met won...Ha, so true about the internet! But I have met wonderful, inspiring people there too. I'm so glad you stopped by and left a comment. Thanks!!! Christy PS GREAT job finishing your MA...I keep starting my MS and then get sidetracked with having children, working, and this time...writing. Gah!erica and christyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13074820593371226159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-8529675004584962562016-07-26T08:21:37.997-05:002016-07-26T08:21:37.997-05:00So...I've been dying to know how it went! I wo...So...I've been dying to know how it went! I would LOVE to try to start something, but I may be way too shy and/or lack confidence. But if I lived near you, I'd totally join your group! Christyerica and christyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13074820593371226159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-81585809875845549672016-05-11T22:01:29.762-05:002016-05-11T22:01:29.762-05:00Staying inspired has always been troublesome for m...Staying inspired has always been troublesome for me. These days I'm taking it a day at a time, finding small things that inspire me and focusing on getting my butt in the chair for short periods of time--like 20 minutes. I listen to Elizabeth Gilbert's BIG MAGIC on a loop in my car because I find it so helpful in this regard. What really gets me down is how imperfect my words are, how they never measure up to what I want them to be. BiG MAGIC has helped me with that, too.KM Nallehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06714392426676743868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-41723291061123212332016-05-05T05:15:17.367-05:002016-05-05T05:15:17.367-05:00I haven't been a part of a writing group since...I haven't been a part of a writing group since I finished my MA, and find myself a bit timid about sharing new work once again... It can really help you to develop, and also to actually finish things. Steering clear of the internet is a good idea, as it not only steals time, but also can make us focus on the wrong things (like how much better Everyone else is doing.) I hope you managed to find the time/inspiration to write. Thanks for sharing.C. J. Floodhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08685899728585814663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-53281984693439530692016-05-04T06:37:15.763-05:002016-05-04T06:37:15.763-05:00Oh, and if we lived closer I'd totally meet wi...Oh, and if we lived closer I'd totally meet with you. :)S.A. Larsenッhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06241633272588383935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3804696485095159380.post-46618163369814620362016-05-04T06:36:33.197-05:002016-05-04T06:36:33.197-05:00You completely read my mind! I've been struggl...You completely read my mind! I've been struggling with this same issue a lot lately. I adore my online writer friends, especially my CPs. I would have left cyberspace a long time ago if I didn't have them. But I totally understand the need for in-person meetings. I've yet to find anyone to meet with locally and I've been writing for almost seven years. I attended NESCBWI this past weekend, and I decided to email them and try to start a group near my location. You could always try that. I can let you know how it goes for me. S.A. Larsenッhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06241633272588383935noreply@blogger.com