tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post5606594585667425971..comments2024-02-06T10:23:35.321-08:00Comments on Sharon M. Himsl - Shells, Tales and Sails: IWSG - September: Sitting on the FenceSharon Himslhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comBlogger39125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-29690892599514559262015-09-07T23:14:11.983-07:002015-09-07T23:14:11.983-07:00But life is good, eh Birgit? I try to focus on ste...But life is good, eh Birgit? I try to focus on steps forward, be it ever so slow. And one thing about having a full plate, we never get bored :) The big question I sometimes have is whether I should be doing something else or the current goal more.....or less. Family and faith definitely trump all...but it's never that simple. Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-13791497206979805332015-09-07T10:48:15.721-07:002015-09-07T10:48:15.721-07:00I am also a slow reader and easily get distracted....I am also a slow reader and easily get distracted. Amazing how fast a year goes by and then we wonder what we did. We had so much we wanted to accomplish and find we did so little.Birgithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09439720285857050428noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-13100160785764061242015-09-06T15:11:41.731-07:002015-09-06T15:11:41.731-07:00This move was harder than others. I think I'm ...This move was harder than others. I think I'm getting too old for this...we've moved 18 times in our marriage and I just want to stay put. Thanks for stopping by!Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-28893191650189537352015-09-06T15:08:09.592-07:002015-09-06T15:08:09.592-07:00I have always wanted to read it.....and will event...I have always wanted to read it.....and will eventually, as (you are right :) the list continues to grow!Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-42603710721915044932015-09-06T15:05:51.714-07:002015-09-06T15:05:51.714-07:00Thanks Heather! Re-tweaking appears to be a common...Thanks Heather! Re-tweaking appears to be a common problem. Also reminded I have something to send your way.... I need to dig into my photo archives but I'll find it :) Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-18643582833761388162015-09-06T06:04:15.793-07:002015-09-06T06:04:15.793-07:00I remember making a major move years ago and the w...I remember making a major move years ago and the writing happened so slowly. That's a great list of books. I've read some and others are on my wish list. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-84876583798874916892015-09-06T05:00:36.819-07:002015-09-06T05:00:36.819-07:00Yay! I made your list. My list is just ridiculousl...Yay! I made your list. My list is just ridiculously long. Of course, every time you read one, you add two more to the list, right?!Stephanie Farishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10461865229341760836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-34493928429277091902015-09-04T20:53:51.793-07:002015-09-04T20:53:51.793-07:00I think it's so cool how you want to support a...I think it's so cool how you want to support authors more on your blog. Sounds like you have a lot of books on your plate! (Or, rather, your e-reader. LOL.) And gosh, I can relate so well to being "slow as molasses." I keep trying to figure out how to be speedier when it comes to reading, drawing, etc, but I always seem to fail, haha. Anyway, best of luck with your writing and getting out of the endless cycle of tweaking! (I can relate to the latter far too well, too... XD)Heather R. Holdenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04309060285955963459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-41696505842324543402015-09-03T19:35:35.299-07:002015-09-03T19:35:35.299-07:00Humbled by your comment Diana. There comes a time ...Humbled by your comment Diana. There comes a time when sitting on the fence is no longer comfortable. I'll be sure to let you know!Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-32539889571281565032015-09-03T17:37:24.754-07:002015-09-03T17:37:24.754-07:00I agree with the others. Write your query and sta...I agree with the others. Write your query and start sending it out. You write so beautifully, and engage your audience with your posts, and I can't imagine a novel by you would not be excellent. Keep me posted!Diana Wilderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11074083771067857127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-55819919969534659582015-09-03T09:34:52.836-07:002015-09-03T09:34:52.836-07:00Thanks! I think I'm finally over the stress pa...Thanks! I think I'm finally over the stress part. <br />Meanwhile, I've been sitting in the back watching everyone support each other and thought it was time to offer some myself. The talent in this community is incredible. I feel honored to be a part. Have started your novel and it's wonderful, Catherine :) Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-75578386611437909522015-09-03T09:29:46.761-07:002015-09-03T09:29:46.761-07:00I believe it's what bloggers excel at best. I&...I believe it's what bloggers excel at best. I'm learning from others as I go :) <br />Thanks Murees! Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-48884568446273313032015-09-03T09:27:19.329-07:002015-09-03T09:27:19.329-07:00Thanks...I need to get busy. And good luck on your...Thanks...I need to get busy. And good luck on your WIP too!<br />Ooh....another C.S. Lewis fan. He helped shape my thinking early on, but I have not read all. Could not resist buying your book....your A-Z was fascinating :) Safe trip to Turkey, my friend. Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-36054977754043342952015-09-03T07:13:28.836-07:002015-09-03T07:13:28.836-07:00Moving to a new place is stressful, even if it is ...Moving to a new place is stressful, even if it is good stress! It's wonderful that you are in the tweaking stage--can't wait to get there myself :). I hope you enjoy my novel! Thanks for supporting me and setting your goal of supporting others--that's something we writers should all get on board to do!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-42311463165674439412015-09-03T05:05:54.212-07:002015-09-03T05:05:54.212-07:00It's fantastic that you are so supportive. I a...It's fantastic that you are so supportive. I always aspire to help others too. All the best with your novel. Murees Dupèhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11781339206465690961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-63531943490625572412015-09-03T05:04:44.549-07:002015-09-03T05:04:44.549-07:00Good luck on the tweaking Sharon! When does one st...Good luck on the tweaking Sharon! When does one stop I wonder? I'm in the same boat with the WIP. I love reading, and about what others are reading and nearly fell off my chair when I saw mine there (blush):) My Kindle is coming along with me tomorrow when I fly off to Turkey ... I have a CS Lewis (Narnia) book 'Till we haves Faces', a retelling of the Psyche and Amor myth, which I've heard is excellent and I'm looking forward to reading. Although I have several others on Kindle as well ..<br />Tempus Fugit: next year when your 2nd year of relocation happens, you will not believe it. It's how I feel after our two years and a few months ... where the H did the time go?Susan Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12041548718544123557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-40134387815408405372015-09-02T18:44:04.516-07:002015-09-02T18:44:04.516-07:00THANKS, I need to give this some thought. I assume...THANKS, I need to give this some thought. I assume when you say partnering with someone, there is no cost for the service, but an even exchange. That's been my experience. Also trust is a big issue. I'm encouraged that you found partners this way. Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-40586363922542360622015-09-02T18:10:10.518-07:002015-09-02T18:10:10.518-07:00Oh, I can't wait to read it, Sandra. The cover...Oh, I can't wait to read it, Sandra. The cover is so cute :) <br /><br />Yes, I really like SmartEdit. Very easy to use. It even searches out cliches. I tried it for free at first, which I recommend. For me, it was a no-brainer.Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-51397995023971031512015-09-02T18:00:58.820-07:002015-09-02T18:00:58.820-07:00PS Do you like Smart Edit? Is it easy?PS Do you like Smart Edit? Is it easy?Sandra Coxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814573408898140885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-51149539775349121982015-09-02T17:59:21.558-07:002015-09-02T17:59:21.558-07:00I'm so pleased to see Odin Cats on your shelf:...I'm so pleased to see Odin Cats on your shelf:) <br />Kudos for supporting our folks. I'm trying to do the same, but moving slowly........Sandra Coxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814573408898140885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-70721138087512866402015-09-02T16:40:11.425-07:002015-09-02T16:40:11.425-07:00You need to find someone you trust. I found all of...You need to find someone you trust. I found all of my critique partners by putting out a call for help on my blog. The partners I have now are priceless. Maybe you should try that?Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-22789853082686267162015-09-02T15:51:00.437-07:002015-09-02T15:51:00.437-07:00Thank you, it felt better listing them out. I real...Thank you, it felt better listing them out. I really had no idea I'd acquired so many....and plan to read them all. As for editing, I just want to be done!! Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-84873297434016789912015-09-02T15:34:13.641-07:002015-09-02T15:34:13.641-07:00A lot of those books I've read or have on my T...A lot of those books I've read or have on my TBR shelf too. Good luck with the edits and with reading! :)Christine Rainshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08263694662585963900noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-10984330802523396882015-09-02T15:33:51.965-07:002015-09-02T15:33:51.965-07:00Thanks, and very nice to meet you Beverly! I have ...Thanks, and very nice to meet you Beverly! I have a lot of reading ahead of me :)Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7908408097679531435.post-50323422552093222202015-09-02T15:32:22.033-07:002015-09-02T15:32:22.033-07:00Thanks, and you're welcome! My home as a girl ...Thanks, and you're welcome! My home as a girl was supposedly haunted, so I grew up with ghost stories. Never saw one myself (just my mom and sister). Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.com