tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post4959630663189125166..comments2023-06-18T06:35:42.729-04:00Comments on Christian Writer/Reader Connection: Drifting AlongSusan J. Reinhardthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-26539898362593098912011-06-17T08:19:29.640-04:002011-06-17T08:19:29.640-04:00Hi Jan -
Yes, sometimes those "down" pe...Hi Jan -<br /><br />Yes, sometimes those "down" periods are preparation for a wild ride! I'm wondering if that's the case for me. :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SusanSusan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-81029428627586504912011-06-16T00:01:30.926-04:002011-06-16T00:01:30.926-04:00Actually, Im moving faster than I thought was poss...Actually, Im moving faster than I thought was possible right now. I thought I was drifting before but now I see that it was a resting period to prepare for God's perfect order. I only hope I can bring honor to his plan. <br />Blessings<br />JanJan Clinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16617976979678082323noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-75938754234900085992011-06-15T17:11:36.779-04:002011-06-15T17:11:36.779-04:00I'm moving, it's just slower than I'd ...I'm moving, it's just slower than I'd sometimes wish. The Girl can be a mighty tiny distraction (as she jumps into my lap!) The trick is to make sure I seize those quiet moments when I have the chance!<br />Have a fantastic day, Susan!<br />KristenKristenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14683245998938431038noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-56572612154643593562011-06-15T13:08:35.407-04:002011-06-15T13:08:35.407-04:00I like your comment to Terri, that there's &qu...I like your comment to Terri, that there's "a difference between recharging and drifting." I've been drifting when it comes to submitting to periodicals, and recharging for more work on novels, while spending time gleaning support from my blogging friends. :)Carol J. Garvinhttp://careann.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-38973458734616214082011-06-14T20:10:23.991-04:002011-06-14T20:10:23.991-04:00Hi Chatty -
You're focused on your blog. Mayb...Hi Chatty -<br /><br />You're focused on your blog. Maybe a little fine-tuning and submitting to periodicals would open new opportunities.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-24973439420606077992011-06-14T20:08:41.501-04:002011-06-14T20:08:41.501-04:00Hi Dena -
I've had those occasions in my life...Hi Dena -<br /><br />I've had those occasions in my life as well. As long as we're diligent and the slowdown doesn't become permanent, a break can yield much fruit.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-45175532206410974012011-06-14T20:05:39.358-04:002011-06-14T20:05:39.358-04:00Hi Rhonda -
Good for you! I'm sure the deadli...Hi Rhonda -<br /><br />Good for you! I'm sure the deadline for your column helps keep the writing oars in the water. :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SusanSusan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-90645568110743092542011-06-14T11:22:23.332-04:002011-06-14T11:22:23.332-04:00I've been drifting for quite awhile I'm af...I've been drifting for quite awhile I'm afraid.Chatty Cronehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02232040517217024681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-69329794899241914542011-06-14T10:27:37.925-04:002011-06-14T10:27:37.925-04:00Sometimes we need to keep the goal right there, in...Sometimes we need to keep the goal right there, in front of our eyes, like the greyhound chasing after the "bunny."<br />But sometimes, distractions are good.Sometimes God calls me away for a time, for ministry, for family business, for refreshment, for focus wholly on Him.When I come back to my writing, I return with fresh insights, more objectivity, renewed energy.DenaNethertonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12247035834657508537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-79718976003205862582011-06-14T09:25:57.863-04:002011-06-14T09:25:57.863-04:00I'm rowing! It feels like the menial, normal ...I'm rowing! It feels like the menial, normal stuff, but I can't fit anything huge and - well, "abnormal (??)" in right now, if you know what I mean. Hopefully, week after week after week of steady rowing will get me where I want to go.Rhonda Schrockhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05512423397478708632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-61474942092535198882011-06-13T21:38:26.961-04:002011-06-13T21:38:26.961-04:00Hi Sassy -
Summer draws me outdoors into the gard...Hi Sassy -<br /><br />Summer draws me outdoors into the garden, for walks, and country rides. It's hard to stay cooped up in the house. :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SusanSusan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-23606973489971986142011-06-13T21:36:23.671-04:002011-06-13T21:36:23.671-04:00Hi Melanie -
Sounds like a plan. :)
Blessings,
S...Hi Melanie -<br /><br />Sounds like a plan. :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SusanSusan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-85141867807106709132011-06-13T21:35:45.719-04:002011-06-13T21:35:45.719-04:00Hi Karen -
LOL! I'll try to get over there to...Hi Karen -<br /><br />LOL! I'll try to get over there tomorrow. It's already late here.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />Susan :)Susan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-34221270505535345182011-06-13T21:34:51.942-04:002011-06-13T21:34:51.942-04:00Hi Nancy -
Sometimes it takes a little while to d...Hi Nancy -<br /><br />Sometimes it takes a little while to discover your niche. :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SusanSusan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-86400104263004741832011-06-13T21:34:05.848-04:002011-06-13T21:34:05.848-04:00Hi Terri -
There's a difference between recha...Hi Terri -<br /><br />There's a difference between recharging and drifting. The former is deliberate, while the latter results from neglect or distraction. :)<br /><br />Blessings,<br />SusanSusan J. Reinhardthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07461276857852409546noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-28032695167088072782011-06-13T21:29:18.186-04:002011-06-13T21:29:18.186-04:00It's certain: I'm drifting! Then again, ...It's certain: I'm drifting! Then again, it's by design. Summer's here, and our boat is now getting some use. What a blast!<br /><br />Blessings, <br />KathleenKathleen https://www.blogger.com/profile/05245926913888212148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-26828529307436091922011-06-13T20:17:34.147-04:002011-06-13T20:17:34.147-04:00Well, I'm reading books on editing right now a...Well, I'm reading books on editing right now and then I hope to tear my ms apart. In the meantime, I'm still writing articles and blog posts to keep my writing brain active. :)Melanie N. Brasherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16911818530874840829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-13820524508689756032011-06-13T16:53:37.969-04:002011-06-13T16:53:37.969-04:00I get stuck in the boathouse sometimes, or find my...I get stuck in the boathouse sometimes, or find myself paddling around in circles. :)<br /><br />Speaking of buckling down and getting stuff done, I did a post today about deadlines. Great minds surely do think alike!<br /><br />Blessings,<br />KarenKaren Langehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18177923284595298347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-82686357118147034122011-06-13T13:29:23.099-04:002011-06-13T13:29:23.099-04:00I must be drifting. I'm sure I'll "g...I must be drifting. I'm sure I'll "get to shore" and find a focus soon.Nancyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15163662759281341381noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2252285009517721143.post-10362793970280232592011-06-13T08:33:28.722-04:002011-06-13T08:33:28.722-04:00I loved what you said about your article being too...I loved what you said about your article being too sad! LOL And it was on grief:)<br />I am drifting right now but only for awhile-- just formulating a plan.Terri Tiffanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07771622379178654235noreply@blogger.com