My thoughts fly up, my words remain below
Some people
speak charms and incantations, some eat right and workout, others get an
education, but we all create and recreate ourselves daily. I tried to write myself into each of my
stories hoping this will be my journey to the new and uncompromised self.
Like the song playing now annoyingly in
my head,” I get knocked down but I get up again “(you have it in your mind now too? You are welcome!) I conquered boredom and avoided anything average by
stubbornly hitting my head on the same wall of possible rejection over and over again .Despite years of being held
hostage to various detours, I know I have evolved and matured and could
possibly have some beautiful things to say !!
The other day, my good friend, editor and publisher suggested I write the story of my journey from
an ordinary and somewhat anonymous presence in the ethereal world of the
internet to my international fame and fortune I found after the publication of
my very first book.
Well, fame
and fortune may come in handy at some point or another, but as of now, in the
words of the bard himself: ”My thoughts fly up, my words remain below.” My hope is that you will travel with me
through time and along many lands as I weave my ghostly stories.
I named my
collection Ghost Stories because every tale I wrote fed off some old memory, some people I knew, I loved, I married.
All
throughout I uncovered every story begging
to be told .
Welcome to the blogosphere, Adina! Wishing you and your good friend much success in this venture!
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Thank you so much for stopping by and for your warm wishes. Judi.
I am still unsure of my footing but I'll get the hang of it eventually.
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As a stereotypical engineer, I tend to think of things analytically. Regardless of how we market and position ourselves, it's the quality of the work and vagaries of the market that determine the ultimate success. So, why not presume greatness? How many time have we seen these prophesies become self-fulfilling? And, if we fall flat on our faces, what have we lost? Some pride? A buck or two?
A rags to riches story is always interesting. Let's write one.
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David McCullough was quoted saying when questioned about his own success “Real success is finding your lifework in the work that you love.”
He might be on to something ,me thinks !
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Welcome to the world of blogging, Adina and all the ups and downs of it.
Ghosts of our past? Yes, I do believe we all pull from them to create our characters and recreate life on the pages of our books.
Congratulations and best of luck in your new endeavor!
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Thank you so much Sia,
You've always been a ray of sunshine and encouragement
I'll start my blog roll/run soon so I'll see you around !
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Congratulations on being published Adina. When are your master pieces going to be available?
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Thank you so much Sheryl for stopping by .
I guess we are looking at the next couple of months . It's exiting and terrifying all at once
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Best of blog luck, Adina.
I like the look.
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Thanks John
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Adina, welcome to the blogosphere. It's another fun part of the adventure of being a writer. You can make of it what you want.
James Rafferty
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Thank you very much James .
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Congratulations on both your website and publishing a novel. May you have much success and find whatever you look for.
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Vivian,
Thanks so much for stopping by and for the warm wishes
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Adina! So glad to see your blog and glad you didn't listen to anyone telling you no! I've been hearing high praise about your book and am looking forward to seeing the finished work! Many congrats on publication!
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Pat,
You are so sweet and I thank you for stopping by
I hope I am not going to disappoint , it's an exiting time as much as high anxiety time !
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Adina, So nice to read your very first blog! Congratulations on your book, too. I forsee a lot of fun and success in your future.
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It's so nice of you to stop by, Wanda ,
I really appreciate you being here, and especially your wonderful encouraging words
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