Comments on: Life-Altering Questions

By: mizwrite

mizwrite — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 04:20:38 +0000

Thanks, Verbivore. I have to constantly remind myself of it also!

By: verbivore

verbivore — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:29:07 +0000

Just thought I’d add my two cents in here – writing really is an incredible experience all on its own, even if the drive to publication takes on its own importance from time to time. I love your story…So why aren’t you? The question is an excellent one and one I’ll try to remember when I start listing “the can’ts” to getting more writing done.

By: Chris

Chris — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:45:30 +0000

I am inspired, truly!

By: mizwrite

mizwrite — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 04:29:55 +0000

TexanPenny, what a great story! I love that Dear Abby quote! And I love to hear that someone besides me heard just one line that really pushed them in an entirely new life direction. … Congrats!

By: TexanPenny

TexanPenny — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 22:19:09 +0000

When I was in my 30s working as an Ad Production Artist, I read a “Dear Abby” question from a guy who had always wanted to be a lawyer, but now, at age 30, felt he was too old to start. It would take him six years to complete his education, and “by then I’ll be 36 years old.”
Abby’s answer was: “How old will you be in six years if you DON’T become a lawyer?”
I became an editor and writer because of that answer. Also, it has a domino effect. When a 50-something friend of mine saw what I was doing, HE became a teacher like he’d always wanted.

By: mizwrite

mizwrite — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 21:03:21 +0000

Thanks, mizamiga, Chris and Grace!! Grace, I thought of your friend who decided to try out as a Rockette when she was … well, past the age that most people are flying to NYC to do such things! I remember that story and thinking “wow, GOOD for her!!!” As I recall, she didn’t make it (as I might never be published), but she’ll never wonder “what if.” And she’ll never regret not trying. An NFL sideline reporter, huh? Why not?

By: Grace

Grace — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 20:16:11 +0000

So do you think I could still be an NFL sideline reporter? Hmm…

Gotta envision it.

I really admire the way you have pursued your dream. You inspire me!!!

By: Chris

Chris — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:46:46 +0000

I am so happy for you! I get excited for you every time I see you get excited about a plot twist or some great piece of dialog. I know you’ll get it published one of these days soon!
I too believe that living our dream is doing the thing (things) that makes us happy, be it work or lifestyle or both.
Here’s to everone finding out what makes them happy and living it…and doing some good for others along the way!

By: mizamiga

mizamiga — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 20:15:57 +0000

You’re so right! To know the dream’s already come true, just doing what you MOST want to do is the right dream… the rest is gravy. Can’t wait to see your published books, when the time comes.