tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post7190446813850633412..comments2024-01-29T07:10:21.215-05:00Comments on Adventures in Writing: One Woman's Journey: Insecure Writers Want to Know: What are your favorite and least favorite questions people ask about your writing?Victoria Marie Leeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-7169316543910545542019-01-14T14:02:34.837-05:002019-01-14T14:02:34.837-05:00Hello and welcome to Adventures in Writing! Thank ...Hello and welcome to Adventures in Writing! Thank you so much for visiting and leaving a kind note. All the best to you in 2019! Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-10964282995467650772019-01-14T05:08:48.361-05:002019-01-14T05:08:48.361-05:00Wow so nice blog and fabulous work.Thanks for shar...Wow so nice blog and fabulous work.Thanks for sharing<br /><a href="https://najaf.com.au/collections/kilims-1-melbourne-australia" rel="nofollow">Kilims Melbourne Australia<br /></a><br />Najaf Rugs & Textilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05403221701351503871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-46080969151762837782019-01-07T11:03:27.310-05:002019-01-07T11:03:27.310-05:00My pleasure, Dawn! We never know who might trigger...My pleasure, Dawn! We never know who might trigger that one pathway that we never thought about. If someone is truly interested in your work, that person may be very helpful to you.<br /><br />Thank you so much for visiting Adventures in Writing and sharing your insight. It is truly appreciated. All the best to you in 2019!Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-1820045754601288232019-01-07T10:59:29.723-05:002019-01-07T10:59:29.723-05:00Yes, Patricia, I do that too. I wish I didn't,...Yes, Patricia, I do that too. I wish I didn't, but I do. I guess if I had a few books under by belt, I'd feel better about myself as a writer, but I don't. <br /><br />Thank you so much for stopping by Adventures in Writing and leaving a comment. It's greatly appreciated. All best to you in 2019!Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-73953042464240713452019-01-07T10:45:04.981-05:002019-01-07T10:45:04.981-05:00Thank you so much, Michelle. Thanks for stopping b...Thank you so much, Michelle. Thanks for stopping by Adventures in Writing and leaving a note. May you be blessed with health and happiness in 2019. Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-36739628058930517232019-01-07T10:43:20.431-05:002019-01-07T10:43:20.431-05:00Hello and welcome to Adventures in Writing, Melani...Hello and welcome to Adventures in Writing, Melanie! Yes, wording IS everything. Unless we actually do it, we don't realize how difficult a project will be. But I'm sure that's with many different professions. I think writing in general is "emotionally exhausting." <br /><br />Thank you so much for visiting Adventures in Writing and sharing your insight, Melanie. It is truly appreciated. All the best to you in 2019! Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-83314524007690995242019-01-07T10:33:45.857-05:002019-01-07T10:33:45.857-05:00You are so right. Everyone can't understand wh...You are so right. Everyone can't understand what is taking so long with my college memoir. I'm not just recounting what happened. I've done that. Now I need to create a memoir story about attending college as a mother of five. <br /><br />I believe in you, too, by the way. Memoir is difficult, but we will triumph. I believe in me, too. [I hope, but I never give up!]<br /><br />Thanks for your note here at Adventures in Writing. Every success to you in 2019.Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-9271897551165452042019-01-07T09:48:06.946-05:002019-01-07T09:48:06.946-05:00I like that you said a specific question from some...I like that you said a specific question from someone can trigger a new path to help in a writer's project. I use the typical questions like, Why did he do that? or Who is the character? or What if? but never thought that someone other than a fellow writer's questions about my project could help in this way too. Thanks for this. Dawn Byrnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03446421335563143545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-72403102221730838102019-01-05T13:58:44.969-05:002019-01-05T13:58:44.969-05:00I tend to laugh nervously and get flustered when p...I tend to laugh nervously and get flustered when people ask me about my writing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-65222141289385697152019-01-05T12:17:55.663-05:002019-01-05T12:17:55.663-05:00Great post! Happy New Year!Great post! Happy New Year!Michelle Maderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15128626141907277816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-61457738597541387702019-01-04T00:36:58.387-05:002019-01-04T00:36:58.387-05:00Wording is everything! I always knew writing a boo...Wording is everything! I always knew writing a book would be hard, but don't think I ever realized just how much time it would take until I started trying. So yeah, anyone who's never tried just doesn't get it. Especially about writing a memoir, it's emotionally exhausting. Best of luck and Happy New Year!<br /><br />https://melsemptyjournal.blogspot.com/2019/01/the-question-for-writer-january-iwsg.htmlMelanie Rickmannhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14209749176540186368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-91052007774066651162019-01-03T23:22:43.392-05:002019-01-03T23:22:43.392-05:00Hi, Victoria! I love the "what fine adventur...Hi, Victoria! I love the "what fine adventure were you on today" question. Each day should be a fine adventure. I'm writing a memoir, and it's a long slow process. "You're not done yet?" is the silent question behind every polite question I get from family, friends, and acquaintances. I try to answer politely, make a funny remark about it; but sometimes I want to scream, "No, I'm not done yet, damnit!" I'll get there. I believe in me, even if others don't. All the best to you in the new year!Fundy Bluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02132147630106183853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-4873906686800995082019-01-03T12:44:20.981-05:002019-01-03T12:44:20.981-05:00Happy New Year, Liesbet! Yes, my college memoir wa...Happy New Year, Liesbet! Yes, my college memoir was always on the "back burner" too. In addition "life events" and family "priorities," I’m trying to send out short stories and essays for publication. As you know, everything takes time to do. <br /><br />Bravo to you, first for "dragging the memoir" around for only three years, and second for shifting your priorities to concentrate on your manuscript. More power to you, Liesbet!<br /><br />It's always a pleasure seeing you here at Adventures in Writing. I wish you a successful 2019!<br /> Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-24293070042905865972019-01-03T12:14:48.187-05:002019-01-03T12:14:48.187-05:00I agree, Lee. They don't. But like I said abov...I agree, Lee. They don't. But like I said above to Lisa, I don't know all the duties of an archeologist either. At least I understand this. I'll ask detailed questions and show my intrigue with all that an archeologist may do.<br /><br />I LOVE that my family uses "what fine adventure" when asking me about my writing. Of course, I tell my children that life IS an adventure, and this is what makes it so intriguing. While I write adventure stories, I find any good book or story an adventure to read--and hopefully feel I'm actually IN the story along with the protagonist.<br /><br />Thanks for your comment here at Adventures in Writing. May your 2019 be filled with peace also. All best!<br />Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-17356943661533938992019-01-03T12:08:03.292-05:002019-01-03T12:08:03.292-05:00Happy New Year, Lisa. Thanks for your kind words h...Happy New Year, Lisa. Thanks for your kind words here at Adventures in Writing. This is not to say that I might only think of the exciting parts of being an archeologist. But yes, non-writers probably don't understand what it's like to be a writer.<br /><br />Thanks for your note here at Adventures in Writing. All the best in 2019.Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-71215937322963450842019-01-03T10:15:37.816-05:002019-01-03T10:15:37.816-05:00Happy New Year, Juneta! Thanks so much for stoppin...Happy New Year, Juneta! Thanks so much for stopping by Adventures in Writing. Specificity helps, doesn't it? Thanks for your kind words. All the best in 2019. Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-72686183635259675102019-01-02T19:45:35.527-05:002019-01-02T19:45:35.527-05:00I like your favorite question. That is the way to...I like your favorite question. That is the way to support someone. Love it. Happy IWSG. Juneta keyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08815758043024184034noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-63287226350427899642019-01-02T17:58:11.787-05:002019-01-02T17:58:11.787-05:00The "How's your memoir coming along"...The "How's your memoir coming along" question used to drive me nuts as well, since it was always the project on the back burner. There were always other priorities (or life events themselves) that required my focus and attention. <br /><br />For that reason, after dragging the memoir writing for over three years, I've decided that now is the time to shift my priorities and work on my book full-time, as much as possible. Now, when someone asks me how it's going, I can at least say "It's going." :-) <br /><br />You are so correct about the hard work and enormous time-investment that goes into writing, editing, publishing, promoting, and anything in between. It's not just writing a story at all. It's a wake-up call and I'm glad you are pointing that out in your post. Hopefully, a lot of non-writers read that as well. :-)Liesbethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13402741679152508367noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-64095287912449266172019-01-02T17:04:00.472-05:002019-01-02T17:04:00.472-05:00"Did you ever finish" is more than annoy..."Did you ever finish" is more than annoying. And I think "Nope" is the perfect answer to the question! Non-writers really have no clue as to how we work on our craft.<br /><br />As others have commented, "what fine adventure . . ." is such a charming, positive way to open a conversation and I am going to start using it. Wishing you a peace-filled 2019.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-57386337013967882902019-01-02T15:51:23.973-05:002019-01-02T15:51:23.973-05:00"what fine adventure" I love this way of..."what fine adventure" I love this way of asking about a day... I like how in depth you went in answering the IWSG question. I think you're right in most non-writers not knowing what is actually involved to write fully. Happy new year!Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06658507579160418855noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-56174361664897778592019-01-02T14:44:54.889-05:002019-01-02T14:44:54.889-05:00I think the IWSG questions are meant to make us wr...I think the IWSG questions are meant to make us writers think. And yes! Many times I need to start days ahead of time to think of something pithy to say so as not to look like a fool among all you successful writers. <br /><br />Thanks so much for your note on Adventures in Writing, Erika. All best to you and enjoy your 2019!Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-71583452176729649502019-01-02T14:41:06.014-05:002019-01-02T14:41:06.014-05:00That's true, Jennifer. Many people just ask to...That's true, Jennifer. Many people just ask to be polite. And yes, many times I'm still trying to figure out what's going on in my story to be too specific with my answers. However, sometimes someone close to me may ask something or say something that might help me see the story more clearly. This is what I always hope for, especially when I'm having problems with a particular story. <br /><br />It's always a pleasure seeing you here at Adventures in Writing. I wish you a successful 2019!Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-88910934891160221032019-01-02T14:32:35.604-05:002019-01-02T14:32:35.604-05:00You are so right, Alex! Writing is NOT the "c...You are so right, Alex! Writing is NOT the "cabin in the woods" experience everyone thinks it is. Thanks so much for all you do to assist your fellow writer, Alex. And thanks for your note on Adventures in Writing. All best to you, sir, and enjoy your 2019!Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-89486535996875899502019-01-02T14:28:57.492-05:002019-01-02T14:28:57.492-05:00Oh my gosh writing is an adventure no matter what ...Oh my gosh writing is an adventure no matter what genre you write in, isn't it, Chrys? It's always a pleasure seeing you here at Adventures in Writing. Enjoy your 2019!Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5220588443545007238.post-13927861363635588882019-01-02T14:20:37.466-05:002019-01-02T14:20:37.466-05:00That's the funny thing, Raimey. I want someone...That's the funny thing, Raimey. I want someone to be interested in my asking about my work, but many times, things aren't going smoothly and I feel like I'm wasting everybody's time. I feel everyone thinks this writing gig is easy.<br /><br />It's always a pleasure seeing you here at Adventures in Writing, Raimey. Enjoy your New Year!Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.com