tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post1662094773858469047..comments2024-02-19T15:25:57.626+11:00Comments on Breathless In the Bush: How to Keep Writing When your Life SucksHelzKathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01921987291520604201noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-46977000664222347512020-07-26T13:50:52.385+10:002020-07-26T13:50:52.385+10:00Thanks for sharing your experiences Paula and for ...Thanks for sharing your experiences Paula and for discussing a multitude of ways to move forward with your writing when life is hard.Sharon Bryanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01662544181464130756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-82203807798376303992020-07-03T07:56:08.819+10:002020-07-03T07:56:08.819+10:00thanks so much for inviting me, girls! Cassie, ca...thanks so much for inviting me, girls! Cassie, can you DM me your address? I need to send you something :)Paula Roehttps://www.paularoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-83679266338543788162020-07-01T11:45:30.745+10:002020-07-01T11:45:30.745+10:00Fantastic and timely post, Paula. Thanks so much f...Fantastic and timely post, Paula. Thanks so much for being a guest on our blog!Alyssa J Montgomery https://www.blogger.com/profile/04062923136693943821noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-34665518608732480022020-06-23T19:53:31.278+10:002020-06-23T19:53:31.278+10:00hello, Kristine! One of the positive work-arounds ...hello, Kristine! One of the positive work-arounds is so many are able to work from home. My course transitioned smoothly to online connected learning and it's been barely a disruption. I have been blessed in that regard.<br /><br />And my boy is so much better out of the school system. I'm thankful we survived it intact, tbh, even though there is still lingering frustration and anger. I've been talking to a young mum who's going through the same things with her 6yo and it's uncanny how some traits and reactions are present in kids across the board. Paula Roehttp://www.paularoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-38932686010677706262020-06-23T19:46:20.853+10:002020-06-23T19:46:20.853+10:00Hi Enisa!
I am reminded of the wise words of some...Hi Enisa!<br /><br />I am reminded of the wise words of someone (I cannot remember who!) who said if you can quit writing at all, if you can live without it, then do it. Because it can be such a battle, a thankless profession and totally dispiriting. But I cannot NOT write.... and when the words don't flow for a 80K novel, sometimes you have to just let the muse take the wheel :)Paula Roehttp://www.paularoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-89140130224750196432020-06-23T19:41:23.929+10:002020-06-23T19:41:23.929+10:00Many thanks, Tess xxxMany thanks, Tess xxxPaula Roehttp://www.paularoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-83472537224650209382020-06-23T19:00:01.791+10:002020-06-23T19:00:01.791+10:00Thank you for the lovely butt kicking and sharing ...Thank you for the lovely butt kicking and sharing your story. I've been really lucky in these COVID times, I have a day job I can do from home, with a supportive team and good set up - but the change has still been kicking my backside. All your ideas on how to deal (especially the one about acknowledging Wendy Writes Alot) are going to be put to good use!<br /><br />PS. how's your son doing now?!Kristine Charleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13225943245120896454noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-82705525114810621802020-06-22T23:08:13.899+10:002020-06-22T23:08:13.899+10:00
Hi Paula,
Thank you for this article. We are not ...<br />Hi Paula,<br />Thank you for this article. We are not all writers, but we all have a more or less cracked life. Your words and positive attitude will be helpful for many, certainly for me. I am reading your books now and waiting for a new one, whatever topic or form you choose :).Tess M.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05586442510904382803noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-85152289055007504212020-06-22T23:00:54.821+10:002020-06-22T23:00:54.821+10:00Hey, Paula. Life can whack you when you least expe...Hey, Paula. Life can whack you when you least expect it and it can be so hard getting back on track. So glad that through it all, you were subconsciously looking for a way back to the way things once were and discovering new things along the way. Quite a journey. Love <br />your suggestions for overcoming obstacles and hope you have overcome yours.Enisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14618040099949009436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-16319346745768132972020-06-22T16:29:36.697+10:002020-06-22T16:29:36.697+10:00I totally forgot to mention - make a comment here ...I totally forgot to mention - make a comment here and one of you will go in a random draw for some merch.... a notepad, Spark Cards, pen and coffee mug. Paula Roehttp://www.paularoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-31393902481878785452020-06-22T16:27:47.104+10:002020-06-22T16:27:47.104+10:00Hi Marilyn! You are quite welcome and thank you fo...Hi Marilyn! You are quite welcome and thank you for your support xx. Paula Roehttp://www.paularoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-40271060938102101272020-06-22T16:25:24.472+10:002020-06-22T16:25:24.472+10:00UGH the non-writing days are bad, but the stressin...UGH the non-writing days are bad, but the stressing about not writing is worse, I think. Maybe we should all just have a bunch of cards with "I'm still writing so stop asking me about it!" on them to hand out when someone asks :/Paula Roehttp://www.paularoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-79640206811171322332020-06-22T15:24:02.341+10:002020-06-22T15:24:02.341+10:00Hi Paula. Haven't you had it tough for the las...Hi Paula. Haven't you had it tough for the last few years! Huge hugs to you. I have some of your Wordable stuff - it's great! And thanks for the suggestions on how to write during those sucky times.<br /> Marilyn Forsythhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17264683453138649702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-25424239743128276582020-06-22T14:49:01.034+10:002020-06-22T14:49:01.034+10:00Hi Paula. As an author who hasn't written prod...Hi Paula. As an author who hasn't written productively for nearly a year I know how hard it is to hear the questions about when the next book is coming out or how is your writing going, when it's not. You have some excellent advice. Thank you.Cassandra Samuelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13818025453828445251noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-15142687514623914662020-06-22T13:25:57.410+10:002020-06-22T13:25:57.410+10:00Hi Miranda and thanks for your comment <3 It...Hi Miranda and thanks for your comment <3 It's been a hard slog and the learning curve was massive (still learning!), but it's important to know how to get help and support, plus reflecting on what you can/can't change. Thanks for the Twitter follow!Paula Roehttp://www.paularoe.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2603806150366948575.post-81301398475061622162020-06-22T07:53:13.066+10:002020-06-22T07:53:13.066+10:00Hello Paula, and I absolutely LOVE that you've...Hello Paula, and I absolutely LOVE that you've been so honest about your writing journey. I remember when your first book was published and I devoured it, thrilled for you, and subsequent books. Your writing is wonderful. I also appreciate the story about your son. When your brain's wired a different way, life becomes tremendously difficult - and that's the understatement of the year. I hope now that school is over he's found a niche where he (and you) can be a bit happier and more fulfilled. I'm sure he has gifts and talents, even if they aren't 'mainstream' (whatever that is...!). I really enjoyed your recent gig in RWA's Hearts Talk, discussing covers - always gave me a laugh. And I discovered I'm so old I'd read a lot of the books you were talking about! Hmm... Lovely to know you're still thoroughly enmeshed in the writing world. I've just followed you on Twitter, and look forward to hearing more about your writing endeavours. Thank you!Mirandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16395027098663054678noreply@blogger.com