tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post1578654678435486358..comments2023-10-14T08:27:27.676-07:00Comments on ~~~ Sharon Lovejoy: Risk is EssentialSharon Lovejoyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04321160956925191137noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-40174059982787306522011-10-10T13:58:01.757-07:002011-10-10T13:58:01.757-07:00I just put the Literary Ladies book on my wishlist...I just put the Literary Ladies book on my wishlist. Looks great!Daniellehttp://www.dancingbythelight.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-40085985217562388162011-10-10T05:24:26.054-07:002011-10-10T05:24:26.054-07:00Dearest Sharon...waaay out of time for the giveawa...Dearest Sharon...waaay out of time for the giveaway, but that's not the purpose of this comment, for me. Loved the peek into your writing circle - I so wish we had something similar here! I feel very isolated, writing-wise...people think I'm a bit mad, lots of condescending virtual pats on the head etc! Anyway...wonderful as ever. Love you xoxo RachelMozart's Girlhttp://www.mozartsgirl.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-83674650445239053222011-10-05T17:12:17.379-07:002011-10-05T17:12:17.379-07:00A life with no risk is no life at all! Thanks for ...A life with no risk is no life at all! Thanks for the book suggestion.Casa Mariposahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16647089868277238456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-4821881606193446262011-10-05T08:28:35.740-07:002011-10-05T08:28:35.740-07:00Wonderful quotes Sharon. The risk is always worth ...Wonderful quotes Sharon. The risk is always worth taking for the creative process and what may come from it. It is so helpful to have a supportive group of women writers too. Many are grateful that you have taken the risk over and again! A gem of a post . . . a portal into your writing world. Thank you for sharing! I will have to call my library about that book. ;>)Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01067132532095325169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-15670368226663930432011-10-03T16:19:19.762-07:002011-10-03T16:19:19.762-07:00Risk taking is indeed a challenge.
My ideas for ...Risk taking is indeed a challenge. <br /><br />My ideas for a book have only ever been rejected, but one must keep on ,and send it out into the world. love and light, a great post. cheers Mariesofteartharthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14527736727793111902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-78601034711349072592011-10-03T03:46:33.698-07:002011-10-03T03:46:33.698-07:00Hi Sharon - I was "sent" over here by KJ...Hi Sharon - I was "sent" over here by KJ and am glad that I listened to her; your words are very truthful and inspiring. <br />And you live in one of my favorite towns - my brother lives in Cayucos and works in SLO - and boy...I wish there were more jobs for me in the area, it's so beautiful. <br />Glad to get to know you -<br />MimMimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12409455543895086283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-62936648386488047932011-10-01T11:26:33.533-07:002011-10-01T11:26:33.533-07:00PS: of course, I'd
love to win this book!
H...PS: of course, I'd <br />love to win this book! <br />How special that the<br />author came by to leave<br />a comment.<br />xx SuzannePrivet and Hollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09384567378252265965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-37728409707149744322011-10-01T11:22:11.845-07:002011-10-01T11:22:11.845-07:00Oh yes, I breathe deep
and say a small prayer
befo...Oh yes, I breathe deep<br />and say a small prayer<br />before I hit the publish<br />button each and every<br />time. It's like putting your<br />child on the bus for the <br />first time : ). I can only<br />imagine what it is like to<br />hand off a manuscript....<br />It is on my to-do list!<br />Hope you are enjoying a<br />fabulous fall. The colors<br />here are amazing and the<br />prediction is for the best<br />show in a decade!<br />xx SuzannePrivet and Hollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09384567378252265965noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-40363737717469761172011-10-01T04:54:32.119-07:002011-10-01T04:54:32.119-07:00What a FABULOUS post. If writing is a high wire ac...What a FABULOUS post. If writing is a high wire act- this post is the safety net below.Lydiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03215242522396155812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-35287292923014324982011-09-30T20:10:43.242-07:002011-09-30T20:10:43.242-07:00sharon, so now i desire to write with you some day...sharon, so now i desire to write with you some day. i am channeling that lovely thought.<br /><br />risk?!!! i am knee deep into my second novel and i keep thinking it is so boring and simplistic. and i so hope it is really riveting and complex. ♥<br /><br />are you still in maine? maybe next year you will want to see provincetown although i know breaking away from the camp might be unthinkable. :^)<br /><br />ps write with me!!!<br />love<br />kjkjhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15122196887043345981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-57568880193304341652011-09-29T18:46:02.050-07:002011-09-29T18:46:02.050-07:00The vulnerability of writing from the heart is wha...The vulnerability of writing from the heart is what I struggle with the most--will I offend someone, look like a fool, have nothing interesting to say? I edit so much I find it exhausting at times and wonder if I don't just edit the life out of my post as I rewrite, review, etc. Thanks for the recommendation--I MUST read this book!Stickhorsecowgirlshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04167094045033324094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-46393213657347228452011-09-29T04:18:45.311-07:002011-09-29T04:18:45.311-07:00Thank you, Sharon, for your inspiration, your gene...Thank you, Sharon, for your inspiration, your generosity and your witty optimism! xoLinda Powershttp://www.petalsandboots.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-17655139681239038162011-09-28T13:20:03.547-07:002011-09-28T13:20:03.547-07:00Hi Judy,
The fabulous and vital town of Belfast, ...Hi Judy,<br /><br />The fabulous and vital town of Belfast, Maine, which is about an hour and fifteen minutes north of us, has an ongoing "sculpture" show on the streets of town. Most of the pieces are interactive...like the fabulous Dragonfly Bike, which you can ride in place. I adore it.<br /><br />Joys!<br /><br />SharonSharon Lovejoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04321160956925191137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-24875126900774323102011-09-28T08:55:23.892-07:002011-09-28T08:55:23.892-07:00Thanks Sharon for explaining the selection process...Thanks Sharon for explaining the selection process. I just took a closer look at your picture. WHAT is that fabulous thing you are riding? I WANT one!Jude Walshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12679893318927615086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-78571391593942041082011-09-27T19:41:30.834-07:002011-09-27T19:41:30.834-07:00as yet another someone kicking around the idea of ...as yet another someone kicking around the idea of starting a novel, i am thrilled to learn about this inspiring collection from women authors. even if i never start scratching out my own stories, i bet this is a great read! thanks!Laguna Dirthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00876013369438431143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-69933771528394975762011-09-27T16:34:07.670-07:002011-09-27T16:34:07.670-07:00Sharon,
I am very new to your blog and sites, havi...Sharon,<br />I am very new to your blog and sites, having been sent here by Deb at Dandelion House!! I love it and that book looks like just the thing Deb and I could use as we start our brand new writer's group! We had coffee this morning to figure out the best way to get started with our new group. I am in the process of writing a novel and I must confess I am more than a wee bit nervous about my writing process, and my erratic writing schedule. I can't wait to read about how these inspiring women writers carved out their sacred writing time. Thank you for recommending such a gem of a book!!<br />Amy Piper. Apiperchic@comcast.netAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-70147240551445391472011-09-27T12:43:08.403-07:002011-09-27T12:43:08.403-07:00Hi Judy,
On the last day of the posting week we c...Hi Judy,<br /><br />On the last day of the posting week we close the entries and choose the winner. Jeff does this by using a random number generator. I count the entries to determine who the number belongs to.<br /><br />Re: Fairy Hobmother...they choose the winner of the 50.00 Amazon gift certificate. <br /><br />All joys to you,<br /><br />SSharon Lovejoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04321160956925191137noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-17982879975125702262011-09-27T12:11:16.133-07:002011-09-27T12:11:16.133-07:00I luuuuuve M. L'Engle. Her Circle of Quiet is ...I luuuuuve M. L'Engle. Her Circle of Quiet is never far from me and The Summer of the Great Grandmother.... superb! I have not read the book the quote is from but just requested it from my local library.<br /><br />Skype is indeed amazing and... free, my favorite price! I have a writing partner (we meet and just keep one another company while we work on our very different work) and need a critique group. I've sent my wish into the universe and am patiently waiting.<br /><br />We had almost thee inches of rain in a recent overnight storm and the ground here is still squishy. I'm taking advantage of that to do some weeding! Thanks for alerting me to your give away book. If I don't win, I'll be sure to check it out another way.<br /><br />How do these give aways work anyway?Jude Walshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12679893318927615086noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-2776693215793854872011-09-27T11:56:58.517-07:002011-09-27T11:56:58.517-07:00With our son and future daughter-in-law living up ...With our son and future daughter-in-law living up in Alaska, Skype is a special way we can stay connected...my Mom (86) & Dad (93) are continually amazed with this way of communicating! They get so excited when talking & seeing the kids.<br /><br />I so agree with you about taking risks - the rewards are beyond measure. I will never regret stepping up and opening my own quilt shop - <br /><br />Wishing you continuing productive days in that dear creative space you have...looks like a wonderful place for dreaming too.Pathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07395890193161794631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-51078846217078369182011-09-27T08:56:26.720-07:002011-09-27T08:56:26.720-07:00What a treat it was to see your wonderful room, an...What a treat it was to see your wonderful room, and to hear your voice. I'm happy you've found this great way to connect. You've probably seen this site:<br /><br />http://dearliteraryladies.blogspot.com/<br /><br />And probably the book is a collection from it? <br /><br />I've got a cookbook by Nava Atlas which I love called American Harvest.Nanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15547916206007733970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-60893103599266177562011-09-27T03:53:41.309-07:002011-09-27T03:53:41.309-07:00So a wonderful writer such as yourself has these d...So a wonderful writer such as yourself has these doubts too, just the same as a struggling one? Amazing! My whole life I have written notebooks full of my observations and just recently, I started my own blog. IT IS HARD but somehow, it is always something I have had to do...I would love to be entered into the drawing for this lovely book. <br />Wish I could see you in Florida! But I wish more you could be in Georgia!<br />KayKay Guesthttp://www.georgiagirlwithanenglishheart.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-78902045731438648122011-09-27T03:17:48.653-07:002011-09-27T03:17:48.653-07:00Sharon, you have no need to if your words are love...Sharon, you have no need to if your words are loved. They are as well as you. When I write it is for family and who ever else finds it interesting. Do not really care if someone finds it interesting but pleases me when others do. If you are ever near Tennessee would love to meet you.<br />Read in a post about Zennias from the club. I did not receive any.<br />Should I have :)<br />Have a wonderful and peace filled day. From the Woods...One Woman's Journey - a journal being written from Woodhaven - her cottage in the woods.https://www.blogger.com/profile/12548226150115102345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-24607979905461274972011-09-26T21:27:19.814-07:002011-09-26T21:27:19.814-07:00What a great idea to be able to connect via Skype!...What a great idea to be able to connect via Skype! We really aren't far away from anyone we love are we! You are so blessed to have such friends to share your writing with and also to have such a wonderful place in Maine and in Calif!!! Lucky you!Terihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13046623774704584939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-33833359392610407142011-09-26T20:24:02.308-07:002011-09-26T20:24:02.308-07:00The zinnias you sent for the Grimy Hands Girls'...The zinnias you sent for the Grimy Hands Girls' Club were on the brink of blooming. I couldn't wait to take a photo. Bam! It froze. Glad I didn't plant them all. I will try again next year. Mother Nature can be fickle.Bonnie Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10052974547161586063noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8434499602695302521.post-30822986311291559082011-09-26T18:51:26.898-07:002011-09-26T18:51:26.898-07:00Hi Sharon -
You are so right - it is a scary thing...Hi Sharon -<br />You are so right - it is a scary thing to put your thoughts down on paper and then offer them out to the world~~ I cringe every single time I hit the PUBLISH button on my blog. <br /><br />I am intrigued by the whole skype thing - cant say that I have done it yet - but its coming for me- with grand babies a bit away - it will be in my future I am sure. How wonderful to peek into your little conversations - honestly I think it all looks like great fun. <br /><br />I LOVE the give away - would love the book - think I could use the inspirations! I am going to check it out for sure! (sometimes more than others - I think I need lots of help with my writings!) <br /><br />Orlando - oh my and we are going to Florida next month. Our beach home there is 50 miles from Orlando~~<br /><br />Safe travels my friend~~<br /><br />VickiVicki Bosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10130335934867523461noreply@blogger.com