At times, I get exhausted chasing all of my writing ideas and plans. And I’m tempted to panic when I look at my “to do” list.
So, after examining the lessons I learned rearranging furniture last week, I realized I needed to rearrange a few things in my writing life, too.
“Take chances, make mistakes, get messy!” (Ms. Frizzle, The Magic School Bus)
I still struggle as a blogger, even though I’ve been blogging since 2008.
Why? Because I still don’t like others to see my shoddy first, second, or third drafts. And that’s usually what you see on my blog posts. Ugh! (more…)
“Look at the birds, free and unfettered, not tied down to a job description, careless in the care of God. And you count far more to him than birds” (Matt. 6:26 MSG).
What a great reminder for us all, as we face the mirror and our work today!
I captured this shot at DeGray Lake this past week. I don’t claim to be a great photographer, but I LOVE this shot!
Speaking of the mirror and my work, I don’t really have the freedom to spend too much time on blogging today. [You’ll understand why if you read my post from last week.]
But I DO have the freedom to share my photo and this promise from God’s Word with you.
I pray it encourages you today!
Photo/KarenJordan
What promise from God’s Word encouraged you today? Be sure to leave your comment in the space below.
“I am doing a great work and cannot come down . . . (Neh. 6:3 HCSB).
A friend reminded me of this scripture a few days ago. [Thanks, Anita.]
Not only do I admire Nehemiah’s perseverance, I admire his ability to resist the temptation to get distracted and pulled away from his work.
Confession. For quite awhile now, I’ve let distractions keep me from completing some of the book projects that the Lord placed on my heart long ago.
I still believe in the importance of my online writing commitments. But I know now that I must allow some focused time for my other writing projects.
I’m not sure how long it will take me to get this next project on target, but until then I want to make this public confession, “I am doing a great work, and I cannot come down!”
So, see you on the other side!
KarenJordanCan you relate to my struggle with distractions? I’d love to hear your story! Leave your comment in the space below.
I haven’t posted for awhile on my own blog. So, here I go again–making excuses.
I think I’ll just let someone else explain the problem. Honestly, I just get tired just thinking about it.
Read this article by Leslie Leyland Fields on the WordServe Water Cooler—“The Slow-Writing Revolt.” It sort of explains my dilemma.
What’s really funny about this blog post? I tried to reblog Leslie’s post earlier today, and I sent it on one of my old blogs. Oh, brother!
I’m telling you, I really need to stop and re-evaluate this blogging business. I spend so much time trying to correct my mistakes or keep up with the posts that I’ve promised to write for other blogs, it’s no wonder that I can’t “tell the stories that matter most” (my tagline). And I think I’ve had this problem for quite awhile now.
What’s a writer to do? Maybe it is time for a serious look at my writing career. Which stories really do matter most to me?
So, instead of hashing out this issue with myself for the whole world to see on my blog, I think I’ll just let you enjoy Leslie’s post.
Thanks for the reminder, Leslie!
If you’re a writer, do you find yourself in the dilemma of writing everything BUT the stories that matter most? Just curious …
Photo/TaraRoss
I don’t have what it takes!
I must confess, that excuse crossed my mind many times as I consider writing for publication, teaching writing, and (now) speaking to Christian women?
What can I do to overcome my insecurities?
Read about how I faced my personal insecurities in my post today in A Common Bond.
[Click here to read my post on a Common Bond.]
How do you overcome your personal insecurities and limitation? Leave your comments below. I’d love to hear your story!
