tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post9023944166355263073..comments2024-03-28T05:13:12.886-04:00Comments on QueryTracker Blog: When You're WearyPatrickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17771807777617244491noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-88270452469275998342010-06-13T00:15:04.212-04:002010-06-13T00:15:04.212-04:00I know it's a cliche but I listen to music. I...I know it's a cliche but I listen to music. I normally start with sad songs and then I move my way up to happier songs and then I end with songs that fit the themes of my novel in order to inspire myself to have at it once more.Shannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00456068019298922261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-49786320067737073112010-06-07T16:52:23.607-04:002010-06-07T16:52:23.607-04:00It's weird, without knowing this post existed,...It's weird, without knowing this post existed, on June 4th I did a bang-up job boo-hooing with a post I titled, "Enough. Or maybe I just need a break."<br /><br />The comfort I felt after reading the comments above from fellow writers - people feeling the same ugh'ness as me - at the same time, well, it was powerful.<br /><br />It has definitely been one heck of a ride so far, filled with exhilarating highs followed by, "That's it! I've had enough! I'm jumping!" lows.<br /><br />Thank you, Suzette, for providing this venue and encouraging us to support each other. I am going to take it as a sign that I should remain tenacious on my quest to land my agent. And never give up.K. M. Waltonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07167022736028223997noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-87737166484672350642010-06-05T23:08:44.730-04:002010-06-05T23:08:44.730-04:00The online community is a Godsend, isn't it? W...The online community is a Godsend, isn't it? When I feel down or need to revisit my priorities, reading blogs really helps. And your #4 is one of my favorites. Reading about how other writers have lived and worked makes me feel very fortunate about my life and my way of writing. I wish for the romantic life so many writers seem to have had, but I realize that my life might look romantic to someone else. That helps.<br />Thanks for a great post!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-41497133055113928172010-06-05T15:19:57.717-04:002010-06-05T15:19:57.717-04:00Your comments humble and awe me. Thank you for dig...Your comments humble and awe me. Thank you for digging deep to give such honest, inspirational feedback. I know I will refer to your advice often.<br /><br />This is one of my most favorite posts I've ever done. Thank you for contributing!<br /><br />SuzSuzette Saxtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06401538008029407734noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-7892811672372855822010-06-05T00:32:01.080-04:002010-06-05T00:32:01.080-04:00No matter how many hurdles I've overcome, year...No matter how many hurdles I've overcome, years and years of work, publishing successes, every day is like new in keeping myself motivated and off the ledge of self-doubt and insecurity. I need daily self pep talks and I'm blessed to have a very supportive family. Shiny new projects, reading great books, GREAT writer friends--those things help the most.Kimberley Griffiths Littlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03269829969442171522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-83660993582298490472010-06-04T14:55:01.875-04:002010-06-04T14:55:01.875-04:00I pray. I read a good book. I read inspirational q...I pray. I read a good book. I read inspirational quotes and I tell myself that I can't quit. I also take breaks- maybe that's why I'm still revising?Kelly Lymanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14773120663217816189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-50307395520567104772010-06-04T11:45:05.692-04:002010-06-04T11:45:05.692-04:00The epic brevity of poetry always helps me when I ...The epic brevity of poetry always helps me when I am in a funk. <br />That and my family and friends. I think it is good to get out of our own heads at times, and live in the real world. We are more than just what we write. Others need and love us. That's always a breath of fresh air to me.Calebhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09568645544568803124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-44157550883977192452010-06-04T08:15:02.863-04:002010-06-04T08:15:02.863-04:00I get into a funk at times (usually when it rains ...I get into a funk at times (usually when it rains rejections) and I want to throw it all away.<br />My critique partners are worth their weight in gold. Actually, sod gold, they are worth their weight in diamonds.<br />They let me rant and let loose with primal screams, some get on Skype with me, and it all helps.<br />There's my other half, who, when I say "I'm going to quit this writing thing, it sucks!" gets those big scared eyes. "But... you'll go insane if you don't write. So, you can't chuck it in." Then he tries to look innocent and goes "But if you're in a funk... You could start a relationship with the vacuum cleaner. You know, that thing making lots of noise, while it sucks up dust?" (He's such a charmer... *cough*) <br />But really, I read. A lot. There is nothing like reading a good book to remind you why you can't let this get you down. :)Silkehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00386721560600347930noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-85076106598342710092010-06-03T23:57:07.532-04:002010-06-03T23:57:07.532-04:00Mostly my family, and Tank, my dog. He's a go...Mostly my family, and Tank, my dog. He's a good listener. :) <br /><br />Once in awhile I post something on the blog. Other writers are always so fantastic about lifting your spirits.Blee Bonnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00272480204272788877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-49304436024140571172010-06-03T14:13:16.662-04:002010-06-03T14:13:16.662-04:00Thanks for that, Suz. I really, really needed it t...Thanks for that, Suz. I really, really needed it today. <br /><br />When I get down, I have a tendency to reach out to other people who might also be feeling down. I remind myself that rejection is not the end of the world. My family will still be here for me, my friends will still be here for me, and my life--as it is--won't be any different than it was yesterday. <br /><br />Then I point that out to other people who I know are also going through similar things. It really, really helps to put things in perspective. <br /><br />Also, I give myself permission to take a day off, or even a weekend. I get a pedicure, go shopping, hang out with my family or my friends and forget about my writing life for a while. After a break, my creative self is rested and much easier to face with renewed perspective.Nichole Gileshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12536148445303996747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-46320003270121778142010-06-03T13:38:02.826-04:002010-06-03T13:38:02.826-04:00When I'm weary and see no end in sight for my ...When I'm weary and see no end in sight for my wip, my queries, etc, I tend to drink. My alcohol of choice is usually based on what is available in the liquor cabinet. And then I engage in stream of consciousness writing that is usually really funny or embarrassing the next day -- but is more real than what I'm writing when I force myself. That honest writing often serves as an inspiration for the resultant non-alcohol induced quality stuff that follows.<br /><br />My heroines frequently have a goblet of mead or a tankard of cider. When I'm writing those scenes, I like to have a drink with them -- but that is not a pity-party drunk-fest. Right now I'm drinking Crystal Light Lemonade.Erin Kane Spockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05376851676240606472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-20465572279049852222010-06-03T10:49:51.765-04:002010-06-03T10:49:51.765-04:00That video is my favorite TED talk ever. So many g...That video is my favorite TED talk ever. So many great ideas in it :)Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17202494819302527977noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-55691456912023141392010-06-02T23:58:49.484-04:002010-06-02T23:58:49.484-04:00Oh thank you so much, I needed it!! That's exa...Oh thank you so much, I needed it!! That's exactly I am now. There's this wonderful book, The Courage to Write by Ralph Keys. Years ago when I just started out and writing seemed like lots of fun, I used to sneer at it. Now it's a lifesaver! I recommend it to everyone who considers giving up writing: it saved me.<br /><br />Oh, and going off line does one a lot of good :-))))<br /><br />Thank you very much!GalaktioNovahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17503003883441404979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-76103680716500849472010-06-02T23:00:10.851-04:002010-06-02T23:00:10.851-04:00Wow! Your post couldn't come at a better time....Wow! Your post couldn't come at a better time. I am having one of those "want to jump of the writing ledge" days, too. I called a writing buddy of mine who encouraged me to keep going, and now reading your blog was the inspiring icing on the cake. Thank you!Kim Rogershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11254018641184690370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-13438999004331912142010-06-02T21:32:02.883-04:002010-06-02T21:32:02.883-04:00Thanks for the boost--I needed it! I am a little ...Thanks for the boost--I needed it! I am a little weary right now and the words of advice are very helpful. I guess I need to second the blog thing--it seems to be working right now!Aimeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11337481939525413424noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-62645238282547039762010-06-02T19:04:17.915-04:002010-06-02T19:04:17.915-04:00Gah -this is such a great post!! The online writin...Gah -this is such a great post!! The online writing community is filled with the most supportive, funny, awesome, cool people ever. And Elizabeth Gilbert's speech is one of my go-tos for just such a moment. That bit when she says she only promised the universe that she would write - not that she'd write WELL--man. Words of wisdom that help me keep plugging away, even when it's not coming. Thanks for sharing such a great post :DZoe C. Courtmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00642503770758938774noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-91444863739596705872010-06-02T17:01:44.614-04:002010-06-02T17:01:44.614-04:00Oh my gosh- you have no idea how I needed this. I...Oh my gosh- you have no idea how I needed this. I'm on the ledge and it's a scary place to be. <br /><br />I vented to my husband and took a day to do whatever I wanted. Mainly I read and ate red velvet cake all day yesterday. And then went the gym for a mega workout today!Stephanie Thorntonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17437077559099315853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-38201750671120471782010-06-02T16:45:48.927-04:002010-06-02T16:45:48.927-04:00I turn to beer.
Yes, beer. The darker the better,...I turn to beer.<br /><br />Yes, beer. The darker the better, and if it's a Black & Tan, then let's sit on the dark side of the moon together and relax.<br /><br />I take plenty of breaks from writing to be with my family -- I don't write while they're awake -- and I exercise regularly, and I try to maintain an overall balance between family and work and writing.<br /><br />But when I need a BIG break, I break from everyone and everything. It is my <i>me-time</i>, and it's the only way I can quiet the voices.<br /><br />I write some of my best stuff after those breaks.<br /><br /> - EricEric W. Tranthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13842968931062056407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-19882339027242143042010-06-02T16:44:37.310-04:002010-06-02T16:44:37.310-04:00Great post and so many wonderful words of wisdom h...Great post and so many wonderful words of wisdom here. I have absolutely nothing new to add. :)Lisa_Gibsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17238496789960349077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-70508900627903189262010-06-02T16:31:58.542-04:002010-06-02T16:31:58.542-04:00I walk, long and hard. I look at everything...the...I walk, long and hard. I look at everything...they sky, the flowers, the ocean, the doorways to the houses I pass. I breath deep and clean out the gloom and usually afterwards I have a sense of accomplishment and can get back to work again.<br /><br />Fantastic video. Thank you for providing it.Lizahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16170701034715108039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-90577032468216902942010-06-02T16:18:42.218-04:002010-06-02T16:18:42.218-04:00You know, Suzette, I've been so up and down la...You know, Suzette, I've been so up and down lately, it's ridiculous! Sometimes I wonder if I'm sane. :)<br /><br />No, but seriously, someone recently gave me the advice to sleep it off. And I realize, it works! Usually when I'm depressed and in a rut, it's because I'm burned out. But if I make myself go to bed at the same time as my kids (which is hard because my only quiet time and writing time is after they are asleep), I'm so much happier the next day!<br /><br />Thanks for the great post. It's nice to know I'm not alone!!<br /><br />AmyA.L. Sonnichsenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11358456786727534289noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-18048173374945081002010-06-02T15:56:12.261-04:002010-06-02T15:56:12.261-04:00Amazing post and amazing video. Thoroughly enjoyed...Amazing post and amazing video. Thoroughly enjoyed watching it. Thank you.Robin Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07765229264945106765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-25528563890089206102010-06-02T15:52:12.521-04:002010-06-02T15:52:12.521-04:00You know, I tend to either crochet, or play the si...You know, I tend to either crochet, or play the sims. The sims is like writing without writing, and when I crochet, if I'm bummed while I do it, the blanket that comes out of me becomes magic and helps people fall asleep who don't like to sleep. (Strange but true.)Beccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08229009550203388722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-63101791328473146402010-06-02T15:47:05.719-04:002010-06-02T15:47:05.719-04:00I break open a body of QUERY Riesling.
Yup, I sw...I break open a body of QUERY Riesling. <br /><br />Yup, I swear they really do make such a thing. <br /><br />Then I read a great book and it gives me inspiration to dust myself off and try again.kahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10789825860272178765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7454222325290313520.post-28229657096396092502010-06-02T15:03:34.425-04:002010-06-02T15:03:34.425-04:00I cry. Just let.it.go. And then, I pick myself up,...I cry. Just let.it.go. And then, I pick myself up, dry my tears, and start again.Candylandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08956196611348299424noreply@blogger.com