Comments on: 2008 Resolution/Second Book Update

By: Wendy Burt-Thomas

Wendy Burt-Thomas — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 16:26:55 +0000

I’m a sucker for New Year’s resolutions. I know, it’s pathetic to need a new year to make a serious change, but it helps me. I, too, have lost about 2 pounds per week without being psychotic. I’ve done moderate exercise 4-5/week and am cooking much more healthy food. I’ve got my husband eating almost everything, too - though he is still resisting the ground turkey. I think the exercise helps me stay more energized and focused to work on the book.

Daycare is my saving grace in terms of writing time. Gracie loves the social scene and I can get quite a lot done with the baby next to me. He likes to watch me work. Maybe he’ll be a writer too.

I think my biggest challenge (again) this year will be saying “no” to people. I tend to let my guilt overwhelm me. Anyone have advice???

By: Planet Mom

Planet Mom — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 01:49:33 +0000

Hello Writer Mama:

You have no idea how helpful (and how wonderfully timed) this post was for me personally. Thank you. Thank you. And thank you. It was just what I needed to hear–a tonic for all that ails this wannabe. With any luck, I’ll soon rise to a willbe.

Incidentally, I loved your entire site (beyond the blog). There’s something of value on each and every page for those of us to strive for more.

Happy sales to you!

By: Andrea

Andrea — Sun, 27 Jan 2008 01:29:36 +0000

I am trying to figure out how to rearrange our homeschooling to make room for my writing. Outside child care is just not an option in our family but dad is home on weekends and in the evening.

I’m thinking about moving some of the school time to the weekends and letting the kids play or watch TV while I write for a few hours during the week. As long as we get the school work done it shouldn’t matter when we do it.

By: Mary Jo C

Mary Jo C — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 20:08:17 +0000

Keeping lists, giving each goal a priority and having an accountability partner has kept me focused.

Knowing my energy levels and when to give myself a break is key!

I’ve been sticking to my healthy eating plan and exercise routines (lost 6 lbs since Jan 1!!) Feel positive and confident. Have met with the library director to get the children’s writing group in gear; have had “writers dates” with my 8-yr-old son (proud mama!)and a girls night just last night to laugh and let go!

2008 - Year of Success!

By: Shawn

Shawn — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 18:38:23 +0000

I think child care — or lack of — is going to keep me at a standstill right now. I’ve taken on all that I can handle. I feel this year is a great year, though, and I’m seeing GREAT result that are direct results from last year’s efforts. I’m building on that this year … just how much will depend on whether or not child care will be needed or not.

By: The Writer Mama

The Writer Mama — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 05:46:33 +0000

Thanks, Tiffani. A little understanding goes a long way!

By: Tiffani

Tiffani — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 23:22:07 +0000

Don’t worry about us; you just keep writing!

By: Randy Nichols

Randy Nichols — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 17:44:09 +0000

I found your site on google blog search and read a few of your other posts. Keep up the good work. Just added your RSS feed to my feed reader. Look forward to reading more from you.

- Randy Nichols.