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Wednesday, March 9, 2011

The Beatitudes of Writing

Happy are those writers who work hard and don’t give up.

Happy are those writers who strive to do their best.

Happy are those writers who are well stocked with coffee and chocolate (or a favourite beverage and treat).

Happy are those writers who have found balance in their work, friend and family life.

Happy are those writers who find the confidence to pour themselves onto the page.

Happy are those writers who understand the importance of exercise and find a place for it in their schedule.

Happy are those writers who push themselves to truly make a difference with their writing.

Happy are those writers who don’t let social media take over.

Happy are those writers who have found the support of other writers.

What makes you a happy writer?
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42 comments:

  1. Jeff BeeslerMarch 9, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    Writing makes me a happy writer.

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  2. Pat TillettMarch 9, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    good medication to keep my ADD in check! (which I don't have yet)
    Seriously, so many writing projects and so little ability to finish one before starting something else...

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  3. Old KittyMarch 9, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    A little publishing success here and there and lots of chocolate keeps this writerly person very happy indeed! Take care
    x

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  4. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    I'm happy when the house is quiet and I don't have a football commentary running on the computer beside me - because that is when I'd be able to get some writing done. :s

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  5. Alex OngMarch 9, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Thank you for the little reminder!

    Alex
    Breakfast Every Hour

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  6. RosieCMarch 9, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Perfect, each and every one. Thanks, Lynda :)

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  7. Summer RossMarch 9, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    very uplifting post!

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  8. Golden EagleMarch 9, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Lots of time to write!

    Great post.

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  9. AnnMarch 9, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Nothing like a few Beatitudes on the eve of Lent to put a writer straight. Lessons to write by.

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  10. DEZMONDMarch 9, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    that happiness connected with balance is probably the most difficult to reach :(

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  11. LizaMarch 9, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    When I working on something for several days and finally get it the way it should be, I'm a happy writer.

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  12. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Great post. Reading this post made me feel like a happy writer.

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  13. Susan FieldsMarch 9, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    I think you've about covered everything - great post!

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  14. Charmaine ClancyMarch 9, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Knowing just the right blogs to follow makes me happy :)

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  15. Charmaine ClancyMarch 9, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    Knowing just the right blogs to follow makes me happy :)

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  16. Alex J. CavanaughMarch 9, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    Reading posts like this!!

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  17. Jane Kennedy SuttonMarch 9, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    Typing "the end" on a manuscript or short story.

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  18. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    I need my coffee. And peace and quiet!

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  19. Mary@GigglesandGunsMarch 9, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    An honest critique group--but not before coffee and chocolate.

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  20. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    This was lovely!

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  21. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Happy is the writer who falls in love with one of his/her characters.

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  22. Paul JosephMarch 9, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Did someone say COFFEE????

    The last one is my favorite! It's been he best part of my journey!!

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  23. J.L. CampbellMarch 9, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    Wonderful list. I'm happy when my words are flowing without me having to wrack my brains to shake ideas loose.

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  24. erica and christyMarch 9, 2011 at 3:11 PM

    Your list is complete! :0) christy

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  25. NataschaMarch 9, 2011 at 3:29 PM

    Hmm...what makes me a happy writer. Happy writer friends!

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  26. fire in the hoooooleMarch 9, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    aaahhh to read posts like yours..great post!!!.

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  27. fire in the hoooooleMarch 9, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    aaahhh to read posts like yours..great post!!!.

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  28. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    How very excellent!
    I definitely agree with the exercise one (I get lots of ideas while gyming!)
    And I'm working on not letting social media take over!

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  29. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Love your post!
    You've made my day and made me smile.
    xx

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  30. Bish DenhamMarch 10, 2011 at 12:56 AM

    Oooooo! I LOVE those. Happy is the writer with an idea that pours itself upon the page.

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  31. Rachna ChhabriaMarch 10, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    I am happy when the muse is generous and when a publisher agrees to publish my work.

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  32. Carol RiggsMarch 10, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    What a GREAT list--balance, exercise, support, perseverance. Love it. How about happy are those writers who have a Shiny New Idea pop into their heads at JUST the right moment? Haha.

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  33. AnonymousMarch 10, 2011 at 4:08 AM

    Enjoyed your post. What makes me a happy writer? No housework to do, so I can spend the whole day writing. : )

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  34. M PaxMarch 10, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    Oh, I would love a maid.

    That ocassional yes makes me happy. The no's, too. Means I'm in the game where I always wanted to be. Means I'm writing and producing.

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  35. Lynda R Young as Elle CardyMarch 10, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    Yes, a maid would be awesome.

    Thanks everyone for all your comments. It's good to see so many happy writers :)

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  36. LTMMarch 10, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    very good stuff. Yes, the maid would be a helpful addition, but you nailed it w/the balance and support of other writers. Thanks, Lynda~ :o)

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  37. Zan MarieMarch 10, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Oh, I like this! I've given you two awards at my blog. Check it out.

    Zan Marie

    www.intheshadeofthecherrytree.blogspot.com

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  38. caterpillarMarch 10, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    The feeling of being able to put into words what is going through my ming.....

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  39. CarlaMarch 10, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    Thanks, Lynda, these are so uplifting! I love how you chose so many things that the writer has direct control over.

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  40. Amie KaufmanMarch 10, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Happy is the writer with a cat on top of the desk or a dog beneath it!

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  41. JeighMarch 11, 2011 at 5:01 AM

    Amen to the last one. Meeting other writers has opened up an entire, wonderful world to me.

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  42. Talli RolandMarch 11, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    I think you've hit on all of them! Great list!

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