Obviously I didn't get a whole lot of writing done last week...physically, that is. But my mind never shut off.
I discovered a thousand stories in the corners of an ER waiting room, in the gentle handshake of a hospital chaplain, in the ringtone of a police officer's cell phone (theme from The Good, The Bad & The Ugly). I also discovered people have passionate opinions about whether a 91 year-old should be driving and that body language is sometimes more hurtful than words.
My word count didn't go up, but my life experiences increased exponentially...something I suspect will add a flavor boost to my current WIP.
Lesson learned?
When life throws a curveball into your planned writing schedule, snatch that ball and run with it.
Instead of fretting about "lost time" when a monkey-wrench fouls up the cogs of your writing plans, live in the moment. Soak in every experience (good and bad). Be there for the people you love.
When you do get back to your regularly scheduled programming, your writing will be all the richer for it.
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See, this is why I like you. You have a great perspective and you think like me. I would be tempted to fret and be frustrated, to lash out at the hurtful people in the ER. But when it comes down to it you're right, "grab that ball and run"!
Praying for you and your mom.
Thanks Jessie! We are kindred spirits...though you might not want to admit to this in public.
very well said. Although writing stories is very important, but the people in those stories are more valuable!
Thanks for your support, Joy!
I love your optimism and courage in such a trying situation, Michelle, and I could use your advice. You're right, the experiences of life -- both good and bad -- enrich our stories and characters. Still praying for you and your mom.
Thanks Gwen...I'll take all the prayers I can get!
Wonderful perspective and truth! You and your mom have been in my prayers and on my mind a lot.
Thanks for another great post, Michelle! Been praying for you and your mom and will continue doing so.
I completely agree about the writing becoming more enriched when you get back to it; there is a purpose in all things and despite this monkey wrench getting thrown your way, He will put your writing in an even better place after you have helped your mom with this. You are honoring God by helping your mom and you will reap the blessings for that.
On a side note, the director of Burn Notice is meeting with my dad tomorrow to discuss possibly using his park location for another scene they're doing (i think the scene will be shot next month, no idea when it will air). My dad told me about this and I thought of you :) Wanted to share that with you, it's exciting :)
Thanks Beth! The prayers of a righteous man availeth much, eh?
Kara, thank you as well. My blog readers are the absolute best! And seriously...the director of Burn Notice?! Sweet! Maybe it's for the new season this summer. If he lands it, can I come and watch??? Hmm? (excessive eyelash fluttering)
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