It’s another Insecure Writer’s Support Group Wednesday. I’ve
managed to accomplish a whole bunch of nothing this past month in regards to
writerly things. I’m not even sure if I’m secure or insecure either…
I’ve been dreaming of my various characters. I’ve made up
whole scenes and chapters during drives to and from places. I’ve even sat at my
computer pumped to do some critting/writing/editing/other related writerly
things and then passed out because I’ve been so exhausted. But, nothing much
has actually come of it.
I do have moments during the day that I worry I’m ruining everything
for myself and then I have moments that I explain to myself how busy I am and
that things will smooth out and start working just fine really soon. But then I
go back to doubting anything will ever go back to being right and wondering if
I’m really a writer. Of course, if I wasn’t a writer I don’t think I’d have the
tons of ideas, dreams, and desires related to the writerly world.
So, I’ll go with a little insecure, a little secure, and a
whole bunch of I’m determined to have something more to say next month.
Make sure you hop over to the wonderful Alex J Cavanaugh.
Check out this month’s hosts too- Laura (My Baffling Brain), Mark Koopmans, Shah Wharton, and Sheena-Kay Graham. And don’t forget about the IWSG Website.
Until next time, have a wonderful day/week/month and I’ll
see you soon. J
9 comments:
Maybe you need one of those voice recorders so you can talk about the scene when you're planning it. Then when you're at the computer, play it back - your excitement should come through and get you on the keyboard.
Just don't pass out until you hit the save button.
An overly active mind can be somewhat of a burden, but would a writer want anything other than a head filled with ideas?
Lee
Tossing It Out
I always told myself, "If I wasn't meant to be a written then I could have these characters and stories in my head." And it's true. You are a writer, Kela! Life is tough enough when you're not trying to write a book! Give yourself a break, goals, and do what is most important first. :) I also like Alex's suggestion about a voice recorder. That could help a lot!
Oooh I have done that where I scheduled a post and then it didn't actually post! I know exactly how you feel. I think about all these things and then i worry that I might forget them before I get a chance to write them down!
You are a writer and you write beautifully. I loved your description of being secure and insecure at the same time.
Happy writing!!
Chanzie @ Mean Who You Are.
If the voices don't leave you alone, you're a writer all right. Try Alex's suggestion. I did it for a while (while painting my house once) and it worked wonders for me. The kids thought I was crazy :)
You sound like a writer to me. We're all a little up and down at different times.
"A little insecure, a little secure, and a whole bunch of determined to have something more to say next month."
Yep, sounds about right. Just keep working on your ideas. You never know exactly what will go where.
You're definitely a writer. We're all a little secure at times and wonder what on earth we're doing. :)You'll make it.
I'm dreaming up characters and scenes while I bike or jog for my next novel. I'm hoping to organize a true outline this time. Some of the most creative things happen for me as a writer when I'm away from my desk. Those free reign thoughts are as much a part of writing as typing them down.
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