I pulled the knit hat over my head, slipped on boots, and ran outside without zipping my jacket. A cold, snowy day, I crossed the road to the get the mail and rushed back. Next to my garage door sat a package. The return address label identified the sender as my writing friend, Deb, who lives across the state. I hurried to open the box. Inside, displayed in a beautiful gold frame, was my first published magazine piece. I jumped with excitement!
I grabbed my cell and texted her a thank you. This is one of the most thoughtful gifts I’ve ever received. You see, being a writer isn’t easy. And it’s even tougher now because authors need a major platform to get a publisher interested in their work. And rejection, well, it seems to be my middle name.
I had planned to start 2022 with a resolution, like losing weight or writing every day before the neighbor’s rooster crows. But my resolution has changed. Thoughtfulness is it! Webster’s Dictionary describes thoughtful as considerate of others. That’s who she is, and I want to be like her. So, Deb, thank you for being thoughtful and encouraging.
By the way, Deb will soon have a terrific Christian Romance novel out in the market. Maybe I can be thoughtful and share her news.
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! I like your resolution! Let us know loud and clear when your Christian Romance novel is on the market!! I will be one of your first fans because I have read some of your writing and know what talent you have. Sally
Sally, thank you! You’ve always been such a great supporter. Believe
me, I will be shouting the news from a mountain top. Happy 2022. Pat
Beautiful, Pat. You’re a published author!!! I love the last pic with Tiggy. Hoping you’ll write chapter books about him after your Buddy series is published. Go, Pat, go!!!!
Thanks Deb! You are a wonderful inspiration. Can’t wait for your
romance novel. Happy 2022! Pat
Happy New Year Pat
I am with Sally Dittman please let me know when your Christian Romance comes out.
Pat heart heart you are an awesome author.
Carolyn Armbruster
Hope to see you in church I have something to talk to you about.
Carolyn, thanks! My friend has a romance novel coming out. I do have an
inspirational novel with romantic elements that I’m working on.
I hope to see you in church. Happy 2022.
Truly a beautiful story, I am so honored to know such a talented author and the kindest person who has made a difference in my life just by knowing you and reading your post. Happy 2022
Judy, what a nice comment! I am so lucky to know you, too. You’ve spent
hours befriending many and making days brighter for our community.
Thank you. Happy 2022.
Congrats on your first published writing! Love the framed article.
Happy 2022 and may God continue to bless you with a creative mind😇
Thank you Rhonda! Happy 2022. Ma