Centuries Mine, a Twisted Fairytale

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Wednesday, 30 June 2021

#IWSG

Purpose: To share and encourage. Writers can express doubts and concerns without fear of appearing foolish or weak. Those who have been through the fire can offer assistance and guidance. It’s a safe haven for insecure writers of all kinds!

Posting: The first Wednesday of every month is officially Insecure Writer’s Support Group day. Post your thoughts on your own blog. Talk about your doubts and the fears you have conquered. Discuss your struggles and triumphs. Offer a word of encouragement for others who are struggling. Visit others in the group and connect with your fellow writer - aim for a dozen new people each time - and return comments. This group is all about connecting!

Hello everyone! I haven't posted anything in quite some time, and for that I'm sorry. It's been really hectic around my household and I really haven't had much time for myself. It has really become a chore just to try to get writing in, which for those who know me is one of my most favorite things to do outside of spending time with my closest friends and family. Grand-babies have been born, family member getting sick and getting ready to move out of state. Like I said, it's been really busy for me lately.

I received an email today about Wednesday posting day. Where do I even begin!? Well, I can tell you that if you love writing, never give up! Whether you're writing your own novel, play, TV series, never give up! I have been through some pretty hard times. I was writing my book with someone who was supposed to be my best friend and we fell out. I chose to start writing solo. Now, I'm normally not one to give up what I love doing the most. Yes, it's time consuming and there are times where I almost threw in the towel.

Lucky for me, I have my best guy friend, a close friend, and a husband that I wouldn't trade in for the world. They pushed me through this journey of writing. They urged me to keep going. Have I had doubts? Of course I have! I used to sit and wonder if my writing is any good, if I have what it takes to complete the series I have been working on. Thanks to everyone who I hold close and dear to my heart, I know I have what it takes. It might take me a few years to complete my goal, but I will get there. I'm very determined. If you don't have anyone who supports your writing career, my inbox is always open! I don't have all of the advice that a professional could give, but I can give the advice I have learned over the years. I'm a new author, and I'm still working on my first novel. I'm still learning new tricks and tips.

I started blogging my story back in October of 2013. The comments and feedback really pushed and hyped me up, and made me want to continue writing the story. Then I'm not sure what happened. Readers and followers stopped commenting and I started wondering if I still had what it takes. After my friends and family gave me the urge to keep going, my ex best friend and Co-writer and I had a fall out. That led me through depression. I questioned myself on what sort of a person I was and if I was this horrible monster she made me out to be. It took about a year after all that and my friends and husband talking to me and convincing me that I am not. That I'm a pretty good person and that I would help anyone who asked for advice. But now I have been struggling again. My oldest daughter and her husband are moving to PA with their children and to be honest, I'm going to miss the hell out of them. I have been spending as much time with them as I possibly can because I don't know when I'll see them again and I cherish each moment I have with them. My second oldest daughter and her husband will be moving with their children as well. Her husband is going into the Army and they will be living on base. Where ever that might be. While I still go through depression at the thought of them moving so far away and having to watch my grandchildren grow up in pictures, I still push myself through my writing journey and take whatever time I have to write, which isn't much lately.

I guess what I'm really trying to say is, if writing is a career or hobby that you really want to do, then do it! Don't give up because once you have accomplished your goal, it will be the most amazing thing you have ever felt before. I feel like I have really accomplished something after every chapter I complete.

As for the July 7th question: What would make you stop writing?

I've been pondering on this for a few hours. Here's my conclusion and answer.

The only way I would ever stop writing is if my hands won't allow me to type anymore. Writing on paper is a chore due to my neck injury and the arthritis in my hands. I love writing (typing) stories. I can't see myself to stop something that I love and thrive to do.

Thank you so much for reading and showing your love and support. Sometimes, (especially for me) all it takes is one comment to know that someone is reading. Please remember, leaving a kind word or comment only takes a moment of your time. I have learned to write for myself and my enjoyment instead of waiting for comments to roll in that I may never receive. For others, a comment or a kind word about their story might be the exact thing they need to brighten their day or give them that extra mile to continue their story or just to know they're on the right track. Thank you so much again for reading. I normally don't open up to the public like this, so for me, this is a HUGE step!

- Lisa

Wednesday, 2 November 2016

IWSG #1: Critique Partners/Beta Readers

The Insecure Writer's Support Group convenes the first Wednesday of the month. Participants share their worries, insecurities, triumphs, hopes, and fears.

A little bit about me;

As most of you know, I started Twisted Fairytale 3 years ago on October 10, 2013. I love writing, but I do get discouraged easily. I have really great friends, who say I'm a really good writer, and they push me to keep going with this story.

My love for writing began when I was in my first year of Middle School. Every Sunday, I would watch a TV series with my Grandmother called, Murder She Wrote, which really inspired me at a young age. I didn't really think I had it in me to possibly make up a really good story, and consider the possibility of it becoming a book.

Then, the comments started rolling in. The more feedback I get, the more excited and focused I get about writing. I love to see my readers thoughts and favorite parts of the chapters. They really encourage me to keep going. This is my very first story, which is getting close to the end on my blog. As soon as it's finished, there will not be any pictures and it will go further into detail. Sorry readers, you will just simply have to use your imagination lol.

I did in fact start this story to just pass the time, and do something fun and creative. I never expected it to take off or be as long as it is. I really have enjoyed writing it, and hope it will do even better when it's published. As of right now, I'm working on Chapter - 70 on my blog, but obviously there won't be as many chapters when the pictures are taken out.

I'm a stay at home wife/mother of 5 girls, one of which graduated high school. Where do I find the time to write you ask. Daytime is really bad for me, just simply because it's too busy, and too much is always going on that I just don't have the time. I normally find myself writing late at night when the house is sound asleep. Then there's plenty of quiet time for not just writing, but to think of plots and twists for my book. Enough about that though.

This month, the IWSG question is:

What is your favorite aspect of being a writer?

As a fictional writer, I love the fact that my mind can take me to places I have never been. Whether it be to a fictional castle, such as the human realm of Blue Haven, or maybe a vampire castle like Carolin's. I get to bring all magical characters to life on paper, and I love every minute of it. Getting to bring my world and characters to life feels great.

Thanks for reading and showing your support.

-Lisa