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Hi, I'm JACE .
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A Don't Bucket List
The rage is Bucket Lists. Do you have one?
You may have an all-inclusive list for your life--things to do and places to go before you die. You may have identified a list specifically related to your writing passion as I did in "Invalid Item" . Of course, having such a list requires your active participation, something I need to remember.
A bucket list presupposes that the items you check off make your life more fun, rewarding, and meaningful. I submit that some things you shouldn't do work toward that end.
Here is my list.
1. Don't always listen to others: You may be no J.K. Rowling or James Patterson, but writing is still your passion. It's a journey during which you must write every day. You submit your offerings for reviews or for publication. Along that way you'll probably receive negative feedback or a rejection letter. Don't let that stop you. Stephen King's novel Carrie was rejected, by some accounts many times before beings accepted for publication. About twenty years ago, I received a scathing review of a piece I wrote resulting in my not writing again for almost eight years. A review is just one person's opinion. Find something you an use from that opinion ... or discard it. Period.
2. Don't be a workaholic: No one will say on their deathbed, "I wish I'd worked more." Schedule time to write ... every day. It's your passion. You're responsible for yourself; no one else will look out for you. Yeah, I've heard--writing is hard work. But nothing beats the feeling of being in the zone, so to speak, while writing a short story with the words appearing on a page as fast as your hand can write. Make time every day for your writing. You'll thank yourself down the road.
3. Don't avoid confrontation: Writing is a passion borne of inspiration, which often comes from unlikely circumstances. Sometimes the mundane bears fruit for one's writing. But, many times an intense experience, something you wish to avoid, ultimately provides the best writing fodder. You don't have to seek out confrontation ... but don't run from it. Go to that family reunion and face that member who's been an irritant all these years. Not only will you feel better about yourself, but you might become inspired as well.
4. Don't sweat the small stuff: Deadlines, often the bane of one's existence, are necessary evils to be mastered and conquered. You have a story in mind for a contest. Schedule your time accordingly. You're not late for work, or for church, are you? No, you set your alarm to rise with enough time to shower, dress, eat and drive to wherever. Small steps will get the job done, including time for editing and tightening that offering.
5. Don't worry about failing: We cannot succeed at everything we try. Failing shows us we're trying, that we've found one way that doesn't work for us. Never quit! I googled quotes about failing ... and found many reasons not to give up on writing. I'm not going to list even one of them. Take a moment to google them yourself. Perhaps you'll find one that gives you the courage and strength to continue writing with abandon.
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And from the mailbox about my last Noticing Newbies newsletter, "Servicing Others" .
From pnut67: Thank you for mentioning "Memorial Day" although by the time this post got out, it was over a day ago...but we should never forget, because like the song says..."All gave some, and some gave all" Curious about the 57 years between you & your four siblings though? Which of y'all served how many years?
Anyways, yes, service on this site is excellent. I will never forget being a newbie, hammering out my first novella mystery, and I had a question about women's fashion ( I'm a guy, please forgive me...LOL) and when I went to the WDC Instant Messenger, I had no shortage of answers, and even some links to pictures of women's fashions. This is the best writing site I can think of on the net as far as in terms of helpful, friendly, courteous, serving people. I have even had my turn at helping out a newbie or two...it feels GREAT!
My pleasure. And I agree--this IS a wonderful site. The members from Newbie to Staff are very generous with their help.
From QueenOwl ~ A New Day Dawns  : Hi Jace, thank you for this Help Guide reminder. I'll favorite this for easy reference. I want to make it within my finger's reach.
I'm happy to have been of service, Miss QueenOwl.
From LinnAnn -Book writer  : Very encouraging letter. I do hope many read it. Your 'servicing others' made me think of breeding horses and dogs. lol
My dad was Merchant Marine, I was Women's Army Corps and Army National guard. None of my children served, but I do have a son in law in Air Force. Service cheats people so much that people are wary of going in. Too bad, because the guard is so important to the individual states. No one wanted to end up in 'regular' army situation. Thanks for the pep talk and reminder.
Thanks, Miss LinnAnn.
From Mary Ann MCPhedran  : Thanks for this news letter which I will read properly as soon as I can finish what I'm dong now. I do enjoy this site and hope to be a successful writer on the site.
I hope it will be of service to you.
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