I discovered, On Being a Writer several years ago at a writer's conference at the University of Northwestern St. Paul (MN) where I teach nursing. It is hands down one of the best books for writers that I have read! I return to it time and again for encouragement. I'm currently working on a 40 day devotional with 4 other like-minded writers, and my hope is to write more regularly when I retire. Thanks to you and Ann for writing this gem of a book, and Happy 10th Anniversary book celebration!
Thanks, Charity! There is nothing like human connection to make life rich! Often, the briefest encounters become a highlight of my day. A quick hello and a puppy pat passing a neighbor walking her dog lights me up. (Granted, the puppy pat adds to the encounter. ;-)
Congrats on your book, too! I remember meeting you for the first time at a TCPL Author event with that very book. Yesterday, I just finished my own book. Hard to believe it's been 10 years, but your encouragement in On Being a Writer was part of the catalyst to get me to this place. Thank you!
Congratulations on finishing your book, Robyn! That's wonderful. And I remember that TCPL author even. I met several wonderful people there. I'm glad to know that On Being a Writer might have had a small part in your writing life!
I love this so much, and I could not agree with you more about the power of connection, especially the unexpected encounters. You have perfectly captured what it means to experience what St Augustine referred to as “those who by accidents of time or place or brought into closer connection with you”, as with your opening story, and also that precious moment during your Eucharist. On another note, happy book anniversary to you and Ann! I saw that she had posted on Instagram about it recently, and it has prompted me to pick it off my shelf again! It’s such a wonderful book. XXXXX
Love that story. Humans are precious. Reminds me of some of the things Amanda Held Opelt shares about neighbors in Appalachia. Good to see you here again. And good to see you in person this weekend. 💛
Love reading about those connections …and re-remembering my own. Gifts!
Thanks, Cheryl. These everyday connections add so much to our lives.
Hi Charity!
I discovered, On Being a Writer several years ago at a writer's conference at the University of Northwestern St. Paul (MN) where I teach nursing. It is hands down one of the best books for writers that I have read! I return to it time and again for encouragement. I'm currently working on a 40 day devotional with 4 other like-minded writers, and my hope is to write more regularly when I retire. Thanks to you and Ann for writing this gem of a book, and Happy 10th Anniversary book celebration!
Lori Anderson
Thanks so much for sharing this, Lori! How wonderful to hear about your latest project and to hear about your experience with On Being a Writer.
Good to read you again. I loved reading this and remembered how I first connected with you through Ann Kroeker.
I think we met in Ann's YPM group, didn't we? It's so great to reconnect here, Sally! Thanks for your kind words.
Yes, that is where we met. I am so happy to reconnect with you here so I can read your wonderful writing again.
I'm so excited to see your words landing in my email again ❤️
Thanks Janel! How are you? It's been forever.
Thanks, Charity! There is nothing like human connection to make life rich! Often, the briefest encounters become a highlight of my day. A quick hello and a puppy pat passing a neighbor walking her dog lights me up. (Granted, the puppy pat adds to the encounter. ;-)
Congrats on your book, too! I remember meeting you for the first time at a TCPL Author event with that very book. Yesterday, I just finished my own book. Hard to believe it's been 10 years, but your encouragement in On Being a Writer was part of the catalyst to get me to this place. Thank you!
Congratulations on finishing your book, Robyn! That's wonderful. And I remember that TCPL author even. I met several wonderful people there. I'm glad to know that On Being a Writer might have had a small part in your writing life!
Love this, Charity. And I'm so happy to see that you are here. I've missed you and your "wondering."
Two lovely connections worth celebrating! So happy to read your words tonight, Charity. I’ve missed your voice.
I love this so much, and I could not agree with you more about the power of connection, especially the unexpected encounters. You have perfectly captured what it means to experience what St Augustine referred to as “those who by accidents of time or place or brought into closer connection with you”, as with your opening story, and also that precious moment during your Eucharist. On another note, happy book anniversary to you and Ann! I saw that she had posted on Instagram about it recently, and it has prompted me to pick it off my shelf again! It’s such a wonderful book. XXXXX
Love that story. Humans are precious. Reminds me of some of the things Amanda Held Opelt shares about neighbors in Appalachia. Good to see you here again. And good to see you in person this weekend. 💛