Comments on: Why We Should be Thankful We Are Writers

By: Vivette

Vivette — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 15:03:09 +0000

It seems like there is always someone who instead of starting a potentially interesting debate goes for the childish route of plugging their ears with their fingers and spouting insults. Unfortunately, those comments usually in turn drown out a lot of the positive that follow immediately before or after.

I wanted to tell you that I really appreciate your “ramblings” and I can only agree that certain pieces of writing change you and inspire you.

Keep at it while I will keep reading…

By: Pegg Thomas

Pegg Thomas — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:17:39 +0000

Life can be a roller coaster, eh?!

By: Sandra

Sandra — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 16:42:43 +0000

I’m sorry you got ripped into but glad that something quickly came along to lift you up again. You have a good message – keep “preaching” and blogging about story architecture!

Sandra

By: Larry

Larry — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 02:18:53 +0000

Thanks to all for these comments, you restore my faith in people, and in writers. It’s interesting, there’s all kinds commentary around the (I dislike this cheesey word..) “blogosphere” right now (check out http://www.copyblogger.com today… http://www.bloggingtips.com from a few days ago… and others) about irritating pests and trolls and whackos spreading negative energy on the well-intentioned posts of others. Must be going around.

The “Big Deal” website mentioned above in my post is http://www.writetodone.com, if you’re interested in seeing what went down. The whacko’s most extreme post was removed, but there’s enough of her left to show you what the exchange was like.

Anyhow, thanks again for your kind words. Now let’s put all this behind us and keep moving down the path (or up the mountain, pick your analogy) toward our respective writing goals.

By: hillary

hillary — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 18:52:34 +0000

I really appreciated this post today. It’s poignant and complete. I have seen two popular bloggers personally attacked this in the past few months and it actually turned crazy. The internet can provide a disconnect allows people to say things they might not when confronted face to face with a real person.

I enjoyed watching your process evolve through the piece.

By: Adam

Adam — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 17:54:51 +0000

i’m starting to think it is human nature to hear what you want to, mainly just in order to be able to twist things back to comfortable arguments when the speaker challenges your views (there are more sinister ways to look at the scenario). some are able to venture forward into new knowledge, while others have difficulty leaving the comfort of their entrenched philosophy.

all there is to do is make your point and move on.

i’m glad that you found renewed vigor for your craft through everything, and i appreciate the wisdom that you are doling out on blogs to assist those of us who are just getting our feet wet.

By: V.J. Wilcox

V.J. Wilcox — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 17:17:57 +0000

The whole point of reading writing blogs is to learn something useful. To state the obvious, what is useful to me might not be useful to you. Like the sometimes contradictory criticism received in a writing group or class, you get to decide what is helpful and what is not. If helpful, act on it and discard the rest. It’s a waste of time to argue about it or call anyone names for their opposing point of view. I’ve had the thrill of seeing three of my novels published and I can tell you, Larry’s insights are spot on. I always prefer to learn from those who’ve actually accomplished what I aspire to do rather than those who’re still trying to get it done. I suspect the lady in question that Larry has run up against is still trying. Hopefully, she’ll drop the attitude and start learning.

By: Lori

Lori — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 15:33:37 +0000

I witnessed the unfolding events at the “Big Deal” writing site.

Not pretty.

As I sat disgusted, I unsubscribed to stop the madness.

Coming to your site today gave me a bolt of inspiration and hope, Larry. That’s what it’s all about.

Thank you.

Inspiration ignited.

By: Mary E. Ulrich

Mary E. Ulrich — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 15:13:31 +0000

I am thankful YOU are a writer. I have referred many people to your site and think you offer us amazing content.

(Beware: semantic lexicon going wild.) When we were visiting the desert of New Mexico, we learned some of the many uses of the prickly cactus. The Native Americans used parts of the plant for everything from making needles to sew, to recipes for jelly and sauces to eat. Moral: Prickly doesn’t have to be a bad thing, be happy with who you are.

By: poch

poch — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 14:35:25 +0000

I wonder if you ever felt that you were ‘forced’ to be a writer as in my case.
If that’s the case, do you think you can be whole-heartedly be grateful that you’re a writer.
I may not be thankful that I’m a writer but I’m sure glad to be one.