I have always loved to write. I remember taking my first creative writing class in high school and falling in love. I blossomed in that class. I had a very supportive teacher who encouraged me to be a writer. I also loved the sciences. I eventually went to college and studied biology and psychology, earning a bachelor’s degree in each. I also earned a master’s degree in genetics. All along the way, I continued to write poetry and short stories.
After graduating, life hit me full force. I began working full-time in the medical field. I got married. I had two daughters. And as all parents know, children take over your life. I love them dearly, of course. My daughters are my heart, my love for them is epic and unwavering. But to say that they are time-consuming is an understatement.
I have been at a crossroads lately, both personally and professionally. I have questioned my purpose and my path. I have decided to (try to) focus on myself a little. Writing is part of that focus. My dream has always been to be a published author. I know I can’t achieve that overnight. I may not achieve it in my lifetime. My goal is really just to do what I like, to do what makes me happy. So I write. The rest will fall into place.
Hi, I found you through the Writing 101 challenge. I wish you the best of luck with your writing, and with getting published. I look forward to reading your work, & am off to do so now!
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Thank you π I will check out your work as well!
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You are already a published author! This blog is your publishing house! Invite more people in! Best to you!
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Hope that it all falls into place for you! This is the number one reason I don’t want to be a parent… I am entirely way too dependent on my “alone” time (partially due to being an only child, I imagine)… I don’t think this is something I will ever “outgrow”… I hope that you are able to focus on yourself as much as possible and continue writing!
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Thank you! I am an only child as well. Losing that alone time is a huge adjustment. I am working on it though! Take care and thanks for taking the time to read and comment π
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I love your header picture! It summarizes what you wrote here π
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Thanks! I stumbled across it quite by accident but it is perfect.
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I know all to well what you say ;0) I too have two happy children well (tween and teen) but I am thinking that they may need my help more now than when they were toddlers. But even so I have done the same and decided to carve out some time for me to feed who I am so I may be a better role model for them. Thank you for the follow.
Kudos to you for making it happen!
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Kudos to you as well. Thanks for stopping by π
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Thank you Amie, you are welcome!
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Hello Amie! Iβve decided to read and follow 15 interesting and new blogs a day every day for the first month of 2015, and yours is todayβs #2! Feel free to come visit me when you can at http://www.thatssojacob.wordpress.com, and follow if you like what you read. Happy new year and happy blogging!
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Thanks! I will check out your blog too π
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Back at you, Amie. I have nominated you for the Versatile Bloggers Award. The details can be found here: https://helizabeth1952.wordpress.com/2015/01/29/versatile-bloggers-award/
From one introvert to another, I hope you will accept and continue to broaden the blogging community.
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Thank you! I am not ignoring this… most of the blogs that I would nominate have either already been nominated or are award-free. So I may take some time on this. But thank you so very much π
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Take all the time you need. There is no hurry. Coming up with 15 that accept awards and have not already received this one does take a liile time.
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Hi, your blog is beautiful and inspiring, so I’ve nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award: https://intotheforgotten.wordpress.com/2015/02/02/two-awards-at-once/ Congrats!
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Hello! I found your blog through the ‘introduce your blog initiative’ and i’m so glad that i did! Happy Blogging π
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Hi and welcome! I like your blog too π Happy blogging!
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Nice to meet you. I found your blog through Suzie’s blog party. I love your header statement π
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Thank you! Nice to meet you and welcome π
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You’re very welcome! π
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Amie, I love your stuff and nominated you for the Liebster award! http://afthead.com/2015/08/13/the-liebster-award-socrates-edition/ Thanks for writing posts that I look forward to reading every week.
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Thank you so much! An even bigger compliment coming from a great writer like you π
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Hey there! I found your blog from Afthead’s Liebster Award. Your blog is nice and your passion for writing is clear. Can’t wait to read more.
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Thanks for stopping by and reading and giving me such a great compliment! I truly appreciate it π
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You’re welcome!
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I think you’re doing great so far in your path to refocus on yourself. Your blog is lovely and your writing is passionate!
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Thank you so much!
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I seldom follow after reading About…will check your posts soon…
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Thank you for reading!
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You have a wonderful blog here.Wishing you all the very best for your writing endeavors.Looking forward to be a part of your blogging journey!
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Thank you so much! It’s always nice to meet new blogger friends π
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Hi Amie! Well done in your determination to become a published novelist. I shall follow your progress with interest. Good luck! BTW, if you wanted to sharpen your literary criticism skills, you would be very welcome to practise on the stories I blog. I crave feedback- it’s the best way to improve- but people are so reluctant to give honest criticism!
Anyway, good luck with your own journey!
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Thank you! Good luck with your journey as well. I will definitely check out your blog!
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I was truly inspired by your post here, Amie. I also love your quote, “It’s never too late to start a new journey.” I’m older, 58, and have recently carved out time in my life to write. My family encouraged me to pursue what I love … writing fiction. I raised my two children (daughter and son) and passionately worked as a charity worker (there’s always more to do), but two years ago, I began my blog and writing fiction in earnest. All that said, I understand how you feel and am sending you best wishes as you pursue your dream of becoming a published author. Looking forward to reading your work! =)
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Hi Brenda! Thank you so much for this message! I am so happy to hear that you are pursuing your love – writing. It is never too late, right? Thank again and I am going to check out your blog.
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