tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post7007377069334259563..comments2024-03-29T02:48:21.670-07:00Comments on Far Away Series: JANUARY 4,2012 ~ INSECURE WRITERS SUPPORT GROUPfarawayeyeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17578277501054242356noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-86331700693519746632012-01-05T20:26:49.779-08:002012-01-05T20:26:49.779-08:00Good luck with the writer's groups. They can ...Good luck with the writer's groups. They can be awesome :)<br /><br />I'm so glad you were able to make your own breakthrough and get your novel going again. Thats such a wonderful feeling.<br /><br />And weeping at myself is cathartic :)<br /><br />......dholedolorahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08715849844092553699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-17119644931156404902012-01-05T17:48:11.524-08:002012-01-05T17:48:11.524-08:00Hey there. I just wanted to thank you for all the ...Hey there. I just wanted to thank you for all the comments on my review. I really appreciate it.George Beremov [Nebular]https://www.blogger.com/profile/15136154142341512854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-68990765706584650782012-01-05T07:02:00.341-08:002012-01-05T07:02:00.341-08:00When I cry as I read a scene I wrote, I feel like ...When I cry as I read a scene I wrote, I feel like I've gotten it right (that's assuming it's a place a reader should cry). But, of course, it could be just me.<br /><br />I hope both writing groups are good ones for you. They can be really helpful.Helen Gingerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09794759602654727110noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-49500105202203300752012-01-05T06:34:35.710-08:002012-01-05T06:34:35.710-08:00i've wept over more than one scene. glad you f...i've wept over more than one scene. glad you found a way around being stuck.Michelle Gregoryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05747275507200268417noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-52604450982913122732012-01-05T02:14:40.486-08:002012-01-05T02:14:40.486-08:00Gosh, that's really admirable. I find it so sc...Gosh, that's really admirable. I find it so scary to expose too much... it leaves a person so vulnerable... well, I suppose it's one step at a time...Michelle Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750092836481599870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-60948791226225869412012-01-04T19:41:04.664-08:002012-01-04T19:41:04.664-08:00Robert Frost wrote, "no tears in the writer, ...Robert Frost wrote, "no tears in the writer, no tears in the reader." I glad you opened up to those emotions, I'm sure what you wrote was wonderful for having done that.Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-69132838639382340912012-01-04T19:40:07.280-08:002012-01-04T19:40:07.280-08:00Aloha (it's Barbara, right?)
Thanks for the f...Aloha (it's Barbara, right?)<br /><br />Thanks for the follow and I'm doing the same, especially now that I know you're on an island, too :)<br /><br />I agree with some of the others - writer's groups are like rock stars - you just need to know who you're getting involved with. I'd also suggest a Writer's Conference - if that's an option...<br /><br />Good luck and I look forward to reading more of your work.Mark Koopmanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03634424953074803816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-76968226028914023432012-01-04T19:19:53.585-08:002012-01-04T19:19:53.585-08:00Well done on taking the first steps... and totally...Well done on taking the first steps... and totally agree about using your emotions in your story - for sure:)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-86791799904882684762012-01-04T19:04:44.558-08:002012-01-04T19:04:44.558-08:00Yes, every emotion you have BELONGS in your book! ...Yes, every emotion you have BELONGS in your book! That's what makes it good, unique, exciting...<br /><br />And yes again, it's hard to trust strangers with your words. But toughen up your skin b/c there's nothing like critique partners to sharpen your skills!<br /><br />Good luck!!Nancy Thompsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05735642863696266005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-75903210227544748422012-01-04T18:50:43.346-08:002012-01-04T18:50:43.346-08:00Oh, I'm so glad you were able to do it.. it...Oh, I'm so glad you were able to do it.. it's always SO hard... you're very right though.. sometimes that is exactly what is causing the block.. the fact that we're afraid to let our true selves spill out onto those pages.<br /><br />Thanks for the great, inspiring post. I wish you the best of luck!WritingNuthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16326756274887055685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-906563376536095442012-01-04T18:45:17.101-08:002012-01-04T18:45:17.101-08:00Amen sister! Writing for me has to come from the h...Amen sister! Writing for me has to come from the heart or as you say, it just isn't real and the reader knows it.<br /><br />Hoot, hoot, fist pump up...on the writer's group! :)<br /><a href="http://fragilemouse.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Jules @ Trying To Get Over The Rainbow</a>Juleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02136045025997662057noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-79676411031549341982012-01-04T17:57:41.423-08:002012-01-04T17:57:41.423-08:00I just wrote a scene last night that made me bawl ...I just wrote a scene last night that made me bawl like a baby. I don't know if it will elicit that response in my reader, but it was nice to know I nailed the scene. Great post - new follower :)Tasha Seegmillerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11489911822054861132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-59977437294668071702012-01-04T17:23:09.273-08:002012-01-04T17:23:09.273-08:00I agree with your post completely. Sometimes a go...I agree with your post completely. Sometimes a good cry is all you need. Something about being completely vulnerable can really make us stronger writers. One time, I became so involved in my writing that I couldn't write any more because I kept crying with each sentence I wrote. When I reread it, it was powerful. Great post and thanks for sharing!Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01640871678908297706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-6444763182649892082012-01-04T17:11:39.226-08:002012-01-04T17:11:39.226-08:00How did you know what I needed to be told - don...How did you know what I needed to be told - don't be afraid to let your emotions flow? Yes. Thank you. It's those darn emotions that leave us stuck sometimes, yet we need to just write through it all.<br /><br />Thanks for commenting too.<br />Good luck with the writing group. You've got much to offer.<br />xoRobynRawknrobyn.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15997241410192066577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-6129036474016122132012-01-04T15:47:11.518-08:002012-01-04T15:47:11.518-08:00Good luck with your writing group! It's defini...Good luck with your writing group! It's definitely a big step that takes courage.Golden Eaglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08721520451194318436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-12668390200104869622012-01-04T15:10:25.094-08:002012-01-04T15:10:25.094-08:00It sounds like you took a step in the right direct...It sounds like you took a step in the right direction. I hope the writing group helps you. Sounds like you have a good friend on your side.Marta Szemikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16100791404636754754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-33564546258672178612012-01-04T14:06:45.545-08:002012-01-04T14:06:45.545-08:00>>..."Then a friend, a really good frie...<i>>>..."Then a friend, a really good friend it turns out, made a helpful suggestion on my blog that sent me over the edge."</i><br /><br />That friend just Emailed you. Look for it.<br /><br />~ D-FensDogg<br />'Loyal American Underground'Stephen T. McCarthyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00249125637725791567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-45115574638369692442012-01-04T13:04:18.492-08:002012-01-04T13:04:18.492-08:00I do agree we need emotion in our writing - and th...I do agree we need emotion in our writing - and the emotions we know about are the ones they feel.<br /><br />Hope the writing groups turn out to be fun and useful - that's been my experience.Patsyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12263765378083045973noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-84169344478695077552012-01-04T12:48:07.991-08:002012-01-04T12:48:07.991-08:00Good luck with the writer's group. I've be...Good luck with the writer's group. I've been in one for a year now, and I love it. We meet once a month and it's become a really close group. Remember; they're fellow writers, so they're not there to laugh at you, they're there to support you, like you are them.Spanjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13893837904669368614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-43549625502848710482012-01-04T12:39:06.809-08:002012-01-04T12:39:06.809-08:00Writers or critique groups are very helpful but I ...Writers or critique groups are very helpful but I would choose carefully. There are some who will tear you down because their own writing or ambitions are going nowhere. Having said that, I've found a couple of excellent readers who provide me with honest, open feedback (the flaws and the gems) and from that I've learned so much about the craft of writing and my ability as a writer.<br />All the best with your writing for 2012! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-5731270848972727692012-01-04T12:26:21.315-08:002012-01-04T12:26:21.315-08:00I understand what you mean about trust issues. I h...I understand what you mean about trust issues. I have trouble believing a crit group will help me. So there's a trust issue right there. <br /><br />Good job on taking that first step, though! It's not an easy thing, I know. I'm curious to see how it goes for you.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07716190503345068698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-17053799952790138182012-01-04T08:40:24.782-08:002012-01-04T08:40:24.782-08:00Writer's groups are amazing! Good luck with y...Writer's groups are amazing! Good luck with yours and I hope you find some amazing friendships :)Cassie Maehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17706774393186819619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-59924456387224717382012-01-04T07:23:37.970-08:002012-01-04T07:23:37.970-08:00I wish you the best with your writer's group. ...I wish you the best with your writer's group. It can be tough to take critiques, but we can't grow as writers without them.<br /><br />And you're so right about being honest with our characters and letting the emotions bleed upon the page. If you can write a scene that makes you cry or laugh, then it's likely that the reader will do the same.Cherie Reichhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16663147386014122939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-64176747685380518112012-01-04T07:09:01.618-08:002012-01-04T07:09:01.618-08:00We grow by taking baby steps, feeling the water an...We grow by taking baby steps, feeling the water and our way and writing one word at a time.<br /> <br />Wishing you the best with your writer's group, and I just have to mention I LOVE you island pic. :)<br /><br />Happy writing!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-381261963391055840.post-42067841058026245972012-01-04T05:35:24.153-08:002012-01-04T05:35:24.153-08:00Big steps, and very courageous of you. I have trou...Big steps, and very courageous of you. I have trouble with putting myself out there with other writers too. It took a lot for me to join a writers group here in town last year. Yet it's been worth it. I still get terribly nervous each month before the meeting, but I go and get critiqued. I hope you have a rewarding experience with the groups you join. :)Christine Rainshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08263694662585963900noreply@blogger.com