I’ve done a lot of musing lately on my WIP. Although a new term would be more appropriate during the busy season. A WIF (work I’m figuring out) would better suit! Since daydreaming is one of my favorite things to do, I stay connected to my characters during the interim.
I’m fascinated with Possibilities in life and writing. It’s been one of my favorite words for some time now, and every day I glimpse a new facet of its meaning. Each person is brimming with possibilities, and every story to be told is words away from being a beloved story for someone. That vision never fails to warm my heart, and reinforce my passion. I’m living my dream.
While enjoying my morning coffee, I noticed the tall trees outside my window in the distance. Those trees in the spring and summer are full, and totally block the neighbors house beyond. In the fall and winter, the fragility beneath reveals itself. It’s a windy morning and as the branches sway, I smile at the bravery in showing its true self to the world. Nature reflects life and story in so many ways. Just as the leaves fall to the ground, people shed that which isn’t needed any longer so they can generate new ideas and personal growth for the coming seasons. I rather love that; it keeps our hearts light.
When I first started writing, I had a passion for creating stories and grabbed some paper and got on with it. I didn’t have a clue about the technical side, but the storyteller side was deeply embedded. That’s what I brought with me to this amazing craft, and that’s what keeps me going. I’m older now, and patient. And I must say, that’s the best gift that’s ever come my way. Patience is golden IMO. My grandma always said, “All good things come to those who wait.” And interestingly enough, my most precious gifts have come to me that way. It’s not so much the waiting, I don’t think, but the knowing what’s right for you and the patience to see it through. My grandma was a smart lady. And of course there were times in my youth I didn’t want to wait, and I’d get all sassy. But somewhere along the way, I grew up and became Me. I’m still growing and learning, and sometimes I want things yesterday, but I know what’s right for me and the wait is always worth it.
What possibilities are you dreaming of today?
The possibility of making it through today since I got up far too early, LaD.
No, actually, I love to dwell on possibilities. That’s all part of the “what ifs” of life. What can be accomplished if I decide to stay home from work today? (Well, for one thing, the Christmas stuff would probably make its way out of the crawl-space). But I have no doubt I would manage to get some more writing done.
Or I might possibly take a nice long nap and tell myself that I’m mulling.
Liz, I love your list of possibilities! You’re a pro at this.
And getting up really early in this chill takes some grit, girl!
Here’s to you swimming in those possibilities of yours and enjoying the day! The nap sounds delicious too.
LaDonna,
I’m dreaming of getting through Christmas and getting finished with all the related tasks before it comes. Yeah, I might not worry about getting all the tasks done because I’ve learned the season comes no matter what. But I have this dear hubby who insists on doing everything as we did when all the boys were home and we were entertaining a lot…and I had more energy.
Good thing I love him or mayhem might be in order…
Lovely post, LaDonna
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I like to think I’ve gotten more patient as I’ve grown older…it may just be that I have more to do and have to juggle more things and, so, I’m not so focused on any single one of them–LOL. I love the word “possibilities,” too. The ones I’m dreaming about today are (1) trying to organize all the Christmas stuff, which I’ve barely begun and (2) trying to rewrite a scene in a way that’s far less boring than it is right now…
Hope all the Magical Musings ladies have a great weekend!!
This is the perfect post for me. Yesterday I felt like I was off track on my book. This morning I woke up and knew what I had to do to fix it. Then I kept getting ideas to expand on the fix.
I’m more than halfway through, and I think I finally got my book! So right now I’m filled with possibilities.
Mary Jo, I think your knight in shining armor sounds perfect for you!
You’re keeping the home fires burning for the kids.
I hear ya on the energy thing too! The cold makes me want to hibernate; big time.
Marilyn, thank you! And I can see your possibilities coming to light. Especially the scene rewrite. I scanned Edie’s comment below and it seems there’s some magic in the air today!
And good luck on that Christmas organization too.
Enjoy the weekend!
Edie, I’m so happy for you! What a great way to start the day too.
I love when those story ideas perk and spill over. I know you’ll grab them too, and turn them into magic. Way to go! You’ve given me hope in my own pages.
I’m dreaming of Little Bit staying asleep long enough for me to get some serious work done on a new project. So far, her swing has been a godsend.
Of course, that’ll change in about 15 minutes when she wakes up and demands some nourishment.
Oh, and there’s the hope that I might get around to putting up the Christmas tree, too. Heck, at this point, I’ll settle for getting the wreath on the door.
the actual possibility of getting this rewrite to my editor by 12/23 like she asked!
Marica, I so loved those swings too!
And a wreath on the door sounds festive enough today. I’ve got my tree and some staircase lights up, but haven’t done the wreath yet either.
Taking care of Little Bit is celebration enough!
Hey Karin! Sounds like you’ve got some pre-Christmas writing to do.
I have no doubt you won’t beat that deadline either. You’re amazin’, girl!
Marcia I picked up the cutest little outfit for Baby G! Now, to get to her before she can’t fit into it anymore!
Next week. I promise.
“Just as the leaves fall to the ground, people shed that which isn’t needed any longer so they can generate new ideas and personal growth for the coming seasons.” LOVE THIS! May I have your permission to print it out and post in on the wall next to my computer? It has inspiration written all over it, not to mention the metaphor within, which says “Let go and move forward.”
My only “possible dream” is finishing off the semester, which has felt like running in cement sneakers.
Hey Kathy, sure you can post it on the wall! If something I write touches one person, it’s worth writing.
Glad you found something worthwhile.
And good luck on finishing off the semester too!
Thanks, LaD!