tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post5535002774496919790..comments2024-02-23T09:18:07.082-08:00Comments on Melissa Ann Goodwin: And now we rest ....Melissa Ann Goodwinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-29265089559646308562012-11-07T06:56:18.210-08:002012-11-07T06:56:18.210-08:00Hi Jess - I hear it's very cold up there today...Hi Jess - I hear it's very cold up there today! I don't mind if it's cold when I come back - I like New England, cold and all. You're right, living in the moment is what we're meant to do - so I wonder why it doesn't come more naturally! It feels good to be writing though.Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-51484203625208014982012-11-06T15:37:19.467-08:002012-11-06T15:37:19.467-08:00I am sure you will be happy to get settled in for ...I am sure you will be happy to get settled in for a few months. I know all the traveling is fun- but stopping for a bit is nice, too! It is quite chilly here in CT- so I hope it won't be too cold for your visit this way at the end of the month. Don't worry about not working while you have been away- sometimes it is important to live in the moment. :)<br />~JessDMShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04202502753961748992noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-68408602248111419252012-11-06T07:13:35.364-08:002012-11-06T07:13:35.364-08:00:) It's only for 10 days - then back to warmth...:) It's only for 10 days - then back to warmth Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-42090779403933297712012-11-06T07:13:15.402-08:002012-11-06T07:13:15.402-08:00Thanks Robyn! I am further along than I realized -...Thanks Robyn! I am further along than I realized - on chapter 8. Funny thing is ... I don't remember writing chapter 8. At all. Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-49892939360945731152012-11-06T07:12:18.976-08:002012-11-06T07:12:18.976-08:00I am better at it than I was, but it's still a...I am better at it than I was, but it's still a challenge. Can't wait to talk with the kids -that part is a blast!Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-31071812014765186882012-11-06T02:24:00.283-08:002012-11-06T02:24:00.283-08:00It is hard to just 'be' and I'm glad y...It is hard to just 'be' and I'm glad you've discovered that you can. It's a way of recharging the batteries. Good luck with your book signing and I know you'll be stimulated by the children you meet.jabbloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12176958811589489979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-52606616504538105372012-11-05T17:16:41.074-08:002012-11-05T17:16:41.074-08:00From Florida to New England in November? Having g...From Florida to New England in November? Having grown up in Connecticut, I know that most people go the other way this time of year.<br />Stay warm!Al Penwasserhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14052950809151897315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-47500631978141379882012-11-05T15:34:59.490-08:002012-11-05T15:34:59.490-08:00Congratulations. I love the kids' reviews. As ...Congratulations. I love the kids' reviews. As you say, that's what's most important.<br /><br />Be well and enjoy your re-entry into the writing world.<br />xoRobynRawknrobyn.blogspot.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15997241410192066577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-51054623245397560552012-11-05T14:48:44.357-08:002012-11-05T14:48:44.357-08:00Thank you so much Dee! I'll be posting about b...Thank you so much Dee! I'll be posting about books I've enjoyed this year too as we head into the holidays, and yours will be among them. <br /><br />I still find it difficult in this situation to not have to "show up" to do something - it's like if no one is counting on you to show up and do some work -do you exist? I'm doing better with it, but it's not a natural feeling. I am able to write again, so that feels good.Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-45367918343523590802012-11-05T04:19:56.137-08:002012-11-05T04:19:56.137-08:00Dear Melissa, I'll be sure to get word out abo...Dear Melissa, I'll be sure to get word out about your book as I so enjoyed it when I read it. I plan on buying at least one copy to give as a gift to my eleven-year-old great-great-nephew. <br /><br />All my life, I've felt that I had to accomplish. Achieve. Produce. And yes, perform. That's still true at 76. But slowly I'm learning that just getting out of bed each morning and feeding the cats is enough. The rest of the day can care for itself! Peace.Deehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00612299013780771262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-28950652510999642682012-11-03T06:42:33.455-07:002012-11-03T06:42:33.455-07:00Karen - we always are - it's so funny, isn...Karen - we always are - it's so funny, isn't it? It's definitely a hard transition. I wish I could have just reported that it was all easy-peasey, but that wouldn't have been true, and it's better we can be honest and share the experience - because that's when we find out we aren't alone!! I also find that a break is good for rejuvenating the creative juices. I think that writers seem to think they should be super-human - the only job in the world that you are required to do every day. I think that's a mistake actually, but that's just me!!Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-32100612795671331502012-11-03T06:39:59.163-07:002012-11-03T06:39:59.163-07:00Annalisa - I know how fortunate we are, and someti...Annalisa - I know how fortunate we are, and sometimes I've felt guilty that I wasn't always able to just fully embrace it and go with the flow! I think actually, that this is what I need to learn. And I'm still learning it! But we are very, very lucky. xoMelissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-61178769801381194812012-11-03T06:38:40.838-07:002012-11-03T06:38:40.838-07:00Thanks my friend. We are very lucky to have this o...Thanks my friend. We are very lucky to have this opportunity, I know. I really hope to be inspired, writing-wise.Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-28666064033159728882012-11-03T06:37:45.177-07:002012-11-03T06:37:45.177-07:00Yes - I LOVE talking with the kids - the look in ...Yes - I LOVE talking with the kids - the look in their eyes -so engaged and excited. It's the best part of the whole book thing!Melissa Ann Goodwinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13454907380469372468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-44110393376077194682012-11-03T05:22:02.044-07:002012-11-03T05:22:02.044-07:00I think your attitude to the past few months is gr...I think your attitude to the past few months is great. Not accomplishing and just enjoying the ride is something that everyone ought to try - although for a lot of people it's not an option. You are so lucky!Annalisa Crawfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14943610814274794998noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-70295190268527831652012-11-03T03:13:06.038-07:002012-11-03T03:13:06.038-07:00I am glad that the whirlwind of adventures which t...I am glad that the whirlwind of adventures which took you out of your comfort zone have been, on balance, so enjoyable. Take care of yourself in your next steps. Busy, busy, busy.Elephant's Childhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06650565833097914052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1504985949691119699.post-12486237407251366102012-11-03T02:46:30.266-07:002012-11-03T02:46:30.266-07:00Hi Melissa .. that does seem sensible -just enjoy ...Hi Melissa .. that does seem sensible -just enjoy the process ... but now you've a chance to settle and write a few more sequels etc. Delighted about the trip back up to NE at the end of the month ..<br /><br />Good for you - cheers to you both .. HilaryHilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.com