My mother is much like yours, and I too struggled to be seen as a child. So I can completely relate to wanting what all those other authors want. And of course, I am the primary caregiver for that mother. So I'm learning how to fit writing in around care-giving. I wish I could dedicate 5 hours a day to my craft. I wish I could be more prolific and have the writing empire that McCaffery, Roberts, King and McGuire have.
Oh, friend, from a former caretaker to one going through it: you have my sympathy and support! Especially for mothers who are "difficult women" in their own right. Internet hugs if you accept them!!!!
It's hard to have to throttle our creativity but we're doing the best we can do. Hang in there!
OMG, thank you so much for this post! It gave me a new perspective on how the Tribulations have influenced my everyday life and my writing. Glad to have offered a bit of insight into your journey. Love you so much!
I don't compare my writing to anyone else's, either. I must admit, though, it's hard not to feel a bit envious of other writer's successes when I feel as though I've been struggling for so long to get traditionally published!
My mother is much like yours, and I too struggled to be seen as a child. So I can completely relate to wanting what all those other authors want. And of course, I am the primary caregiver for that mother. So I'm learning how to fit writing in around care-giving. I wish I could dedicate 5 hours a day to my craft. I wish I could be more prolific and have the writing empire that McCaffery, Roberts, King and McGuire have.
But we do what we can, right?
Oh, friend, from a former caretaker to one going through it: you have my sympathy and support! Especially for mothers who are "difficult women" in their own right. Internet hugs if you accept them!!!!
It's hard to have to throttle our creativity but we're doing the best we can do. Hang in there!
Thank you!
OMG, thank you so much for this post! It gave me a new perspective on how the Tribulations have influenced my everyday life and my writing. Glad to have offered a bit of insight into your journey. Love you so much!
Thank YOU for being the inspiration for it! You're words always open so many doors for me!!!
I don't compare my writing to anyone else's, either. I must admit, though, it's hard not to feel a bit envious of other writer's successes when I feel as though I've been struggling for so long to get traditionally published!
It's tough! I keep reminding myself that we're all unique and have our own voices. Keep going, I know you will be successful with your goals!