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| Photo by Dawn M. Hamsher, 2013 |
Kindred Spirits -
a family that helps and encourages
What can other writers do for you? They can critique, encourage, motivate, kick you in the butt when you slack off, and celebrate your successes. You need other writers. The writing part of writing is a lonely job, but the editing and beyond parts -- they need kindred spirits!
Who are your kindred spirits? What makes you love them so?
It is vital to have other people look at your work, they can point out things that you weren't aware of because you sat in front of it for too long.
ReplyDeleteJette, You are so right! I wouldn't even have the passion for writing if it hadn't been for this group!
DeleteI had a wonderful crit group that has recently disbanded. Each of us have been struck by life. I miss them terribly and feel as if I'm walking on a tightrope without a net.
ReplyDeleteHugs and chocolate,
Shelly
Shelly, Oh man! I can imagine how you feel!
DeleteKindered spirits, oh yes, I must have for writers. Not only do we need an extra pair of eyes to look at our work, but a good support team to encourage to push harder and dig deeper and hold our hands when things are rough.
ReplyDeleteVisting from the A to Z, glad I did.
Elizabeth, You are so right. The are the support we need!
DeleteThank you, Dawn, for being such an encouraging kindred spirit. I wouldn't be writing this blog but for you.
ReplyDeleteJoan, It wasn't just me, but thank you. I love you guys.
DeleteI was thinking about it recently, and throughout my life, all of my close friends--people who I actually go out and do things with, besides meeting for critiquing--have been writers. I worked as a librarian for many years, and I loved all of my co-workers, and we were all big readers, but I never did anything with them outside of work. I guess the truest birds of a feather flock together.
ReplyDeleteCathy, That is interesting. It is true for me too.
DeleteOver the last four years you, Brianna, and Virginia have been kindred spirits and so much more! Thank you Dawn
ReplyDeletePam, Thank you for your mentorship and especially for your friendship. Hugs!
DeleteGood Kindred Spirits you have there Dawn. You're very lucky.
ReplyDeleteCathrina, I know. And the best thing about it is we all share the love of Christ, so it is much deeper than just a writing group.
DeleteI love your A to Z theme. Today's attribute is a very fitting choice for K. Even when we are strangers, writers are kindred spirits.
ReplyDeleteHave fun with the rest of the challenge!
Jenny at Choice City Native
I have a good editor of the publisher, who supported me step by step.
ReplyDeleteMy Kindred Spirits are my kids. They are brutally honest with me. Good and bad. I love your theme.
ReplyDeleteA to Z buddy
Peanut Butter and Whine