Thanks for sharing your stories – I loved reading about your experiences. Also, thanks for your encouragement regarding my book. I’m doing my best – and having fun during the process. Having fun is my top priority these days, so I guess I could say I’m pretty happy with how things are going.

And, hey, that’s SUPER you sold 60 books!!! AWESOME, TESS!! That is soo great! Do you enjoy speaking at functions? Or do you do it for ‘other reasons?’

It’s kind of funny you ask about me being a speaker. I actually love public speaking, used to completely enjoy teaching, and I actually looked into getting into getting public speaking gigs after I finished college (but back then, it didn’t really work out, a long story).

I have thought about speaking a lot, but I’m limited by my stupid Ms. MS. I have crushing fatigue and stress makes me feel very crappy – but I’m going to figure this out one way or another. I want to kick Ms. MS in the teeth and feed her to the dogs – why can’t she find something else to do rather than messing with me???

Thanks for all you said here, Tess, I have so much enjoyed getting to know you over the past year. I’m glad you like Lamott, too. I think she’s an amazing writer.

*SMOOCH*

It is amazing how stories help us relate to each other. I sold 60 books! Have you thought about being a speaker? The world needs you!
.-= Tess The Bold Life´s last blog ..Why I Love To Blog =-.

I agree with Jay and can’t wait to read your book.

My husband and I dreamed of moving to a warmer climate since our 30′s. We told everyone we were going to do it since then as well. Even though it took us longer than we thought we did it 2 and 1/2 years ago. When we placed the for sale sign in our front yard everyone and I mean everyone said, “Are you really going to do this?” Now how dumb is a question like that! It reinforced how few people follow their heart and take risks. It doesn’t matter how long it takes somebody to do something it just matters that they do it. Besides I like to mark up my books, high light, write in margins and reread them to be reinspired. Sorry Lori I just can’t to that with your blog!
.-= Tess The Bold Life´s last blog ..Why I Love To Blog =-.

And a blushing thank you. I don’t know that I’m all that wise, honestly … but I do try my best to pay attention when the wisdom around us smacks me upside the head with a two-by-four.
.-= Gayze´s last blog ..Wild Bird Rescue in Winter =-.

Thank you for sharing your “hobby” with us! Holy moley, girl, that’s awesome!! I hear what you’re saying regarding all the questions. “Are you done yet?” “How’s it coming?” “What are you going to do with it?” EXACTLY!! That’s what I get, too. ha

And, I think you’re spot on, Suzen, it’s all about the process. I love working on projects and it’s often the process that gives the work meaning. I bet your quilts are simply beautiful, and I’m sure you’ll treasure them forever.

In the book, “The Artist’s Way” (J. Cameron) she talks a lot about mending and sewing as a way to declutter the mind, learn more about one’s self, and unleash creativity. Your story reminds me of this, I just love what you said here, Suzen.

Thank you!

The way I see it, I prefer to tell people how I’m going about things as opposed to telling someone HOW to do something. I feel not everything works for everyone – so maybe if I just explain what’s working for me, maybe it will resonate with someone? Maybe?

Thanks for your encouragement, George! I’m honored to think that I have your support; I very much admire your writing. Ooooh, the fun we’ll have as writing buddies! Thanks, George!!! Yee haw!!

Gayze, I just LOVE what you said here. You nailed it – the whole essence of what I admire and relate to – loving stories and wanting to be a storyteller. I want to gather everyone in my tent and tell you all some great tales! I want to help carry you with my stories!

You know, when I was an instructor, I used to tell my students stories all the time – related to what we were doing. I just loved it; I think they enjoyed it, too. I miss that job.

And, my comment relates to what you mentioned about teaching. I agree. Gayze, you are wise and wonderful!
Thanks so much for your comment. You’re a doll!
~xo

Human behavior is interesting to me, too. Your interest in how we behave also shines though your blog – I just love how you can take a topic and break it down to the very core – and also depict it with stick figures! Love it!

And, you totally get it, Steven. We are all so very different in our beliefs, how we act, all that, but yet we’re all really the same (99.9% the same!!) – it seems almost implausible, but so true!

I love that line, “How could you ever feel down in a world full of yourselves?” PERFECT!

Thanks for your support, Steven, I feel it. You made me feel really good saying what you did here today. When you lay your head on your pillow tonight, know that you made a difference for someone today (and that be moi).

All My Best!!