tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post3612936502538095173..comments2024-02-09T19:43:19.860-05:00Comments on DEFENDING THE PEN: #IWSG - CHANGEYolanda Renéehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-19174281972817045842016-09-23T04:19:19.053-04:002016-09-23T04:19:19.053-04:00I hope you have a magnificent time at the beach! I...I hope you have a magnificent time at the beach! I wrote one of my short stories in one night in a hotel room on the Oregon coast. There's something about the sights and smells, and the overall feeling. Can you tell I'm missing the beach?Shannon Lawrencehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00934641808195675935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-6925697334180973142016-09-14T05:01:49.559-04:002016-09-14T05:01:49.559-04:00I think I could do with an escape to the beach rig...I think I could do with an escape to the beach right now... The dichotomy of writing still has me enthralled, for better or worse. I hope you get to give your WIPs the attention they deserve.Ronel Janse van Vuurenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04041347187777879494noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-38547364535718762562016-09-11T03:33:10.547-04:002016-09-11T03:33:10.547-04:00A beach writing retreat. How lovely, enjoy! Writin...A beach writing retreat. How lovely, enjoy! Writing is definitely a haven. At least, most of the time I'd think. I hope the changes are all for the better and that they go smoothly for you. <br />Best always,<br />Nila.Nilanjana Bosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08656370320322301943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-57985071695937355382016-09-08T17:30:29.266-04:002016-09-08T17:30:29.266-04:00Writing has been a haven for me for so long now th...Writing has been a haven for me for so long now that it's making me depressed that I can't seem to focus on it! I know it will come back again but I miss the escape it has always provided. <br />I hope you will have a wonderful time on the beach and enjoy your escape from whatever challenges life has been throwing at you. Take care!Julie Flandershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05003737491313673214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-50356797249311374552016-09-08T11:02:53.453-04:002016-09-08T11:02:53.453-04:00Writing and posting from the beach next month? Tha...Writing and posting from the beach next month? That sounds like bliss!<br />I hope that your life returns to some semblance of normality as soon as possible.<br /> Michelle Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750092836481599870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-20495796068933799772016-09-08T10:48:38.199-04:002016-09-08T10:48:38.199-04:00For me it goes back and forth. Oh I hope your post...For me it goes back and forth. Oh I hope your post include your view at the beach! :)H. R. Sinclairhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06715450637785127208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-92142067258614151242016-09-07T22:32:00.604-04:002016-09-07T22:32:00.604-04:00I know what you mean, it is an escape, but sometim...I know what you mean, it is an escape, but sometimes I need more than my imagination, so it's the beach and taking many many deep breathes to clear the mind and soul. Thanks, Olga! I think I've become a bit too cranky :)Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-19897206634532175772016-09-07T19:23:30.807-04:002016-09-07T19:23:30.807-04:00Change is always difficult and time-consuming, but...Change is always difficult and time-consuming, but hopefully it will go easier from now on. Writing with a beach view definitely sounds like fun. For me, writing is an escape. I escape into my stories. When they are not there, waiting for me, I get cranky.Olga Godimhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00358026814685611301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-51376172437394843902016-09-07T18:26:13.809-04:002016-09-07T18:26:13.809-04:00Thanks, Denise! It's certainly going to be an ...Thanks, Denise! It's certainly going to be an adventure, but nothing wrong with that! :)Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-25049835833773510762016-09-07T18:25:11.771-04:002016-09-07T18:25:11.771-04:00It's not all bad, but definitely different! Th...It's not all bad, but definitely different! Those long walks on the beach will be a blessing!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-77417385766699723212016-09-07T18:24:19.990-04:002016-09-07T18:24:19.990-04:00I'm going to make sure they do, thanks, emagin...I'm going to make sure they do, thanks, emaginette!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-33398223520187435152016-09-07T18:23:50.736-04:002016-09-07T18:23:50.736-04:00Me too, Diane. It's been wonderful therapy!Me too, Diane. It's been wonderful therapy!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-18026061034539429582016-09-07T18:23:23.493-04:002016-09-07T18:23:23.493-04:00Hi, Michael, I know you understand. How is your ne...Hi, Michael, I know you understand. How is your new condo renovations going? Are you leaving Chicago for Florida soon?Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-75690298733513054652016-09-07T18:21:56.033-04:002016-09-07T18:21:56.033-04:00Hi, Laura, I hope you join us again. We've mis...Hi, Laura, I hope you join us again. We've missed you. Blogging is great because of all the wonderful folks! Like you!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-14930952909963743592016-09-07T18:20:48.072-04:002016-09-07T18:20:48.072-04:00I sure hope so Alex, I'll give it my best!I sure hope so Alex, I'll give it my best!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-5887340141748796792016-09-07T18:05:41.983-04:002016-09-07T18:05:41.983-04:00Thanks, Ken. I agree it can be both a blessing and...Thanks, Ken. I agree it can be both a blessing and a curse, but I wouldn't have it any other way! Good luck to you too!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-43664162501626091012016-09-07T18:00:51.954-04:002016-09-07T18:00:51.954-04:00You better be there for the WEP. I love reading yo...You better be there for the WEP. I love reading your stories as much as your poetry! You have the right attitude, always! :)Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-53285257593476861112016-09-07T17:50:49.886-04:002016-09-07T17:50:49.886-04:00Regardless, Christine, I plan on enjoying the adve...Regardless, Christine, I plan on enjoying the adventure! :)<br />Writing is a haven for me too!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-7311788139942620342016-09-07T17:42:10.416-04:002016-09-07T17:42:10.416-04:00(((Happy dance))) for writing with that view! Once...(((Happy dance))) for writing with that view! Once the move is complete, hopefully you'll be more at peace and will be able to fill your days with writing! Wish I was closer to help! xDenise Covey https://www.blogger.com/profile/07106490051555233439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-32828571926286737742016-09-07T17:38:22.004-04:002016-09-07T17:38:22.004-04:00I think it's a great idea, and as always I loo...I think it's a great idea, and as always I look forward to reading all the entries to see where it's taken the writers.<br />Writing is essential, isn't it, and for some reason sharing it too! Thanks, Pat. Have a great week!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-26782838774571327722016-09-07T17:11:38.471-04:002016-09-07T17:11:38.471-04:00Hi, Ellen, thanks. I look forward to putting all m...Hi, Ellen, thanks. I look forward to putting all my efforts into my WIPs. It's been too long, and the beach is always an inspiration.Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-28577475375300647612016-09-07T17:04:37.635-04:002016-09-07T17:04:37.635-04:00Thanks Mason, I hope so too. I am looking forward ...Thanks Mason, I hope so too. I am looking forward to a new adventure!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-88170417007480934212016-09-07T16:58:50.293-04:002016-09-07T16:58:50.293-04:00How exciting, can't wait to read about your jo...How exciting, can't wait to read about your journey! I love the mountains as much as the beach! Have a great time!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-59791531283989783772016-09-07T16:57:48.864-04:002016-09-07T16:57:48.864-04:00I'm so looking forward to the journey, in more...I'm so looking forward to the journey, in more ways than one. Thanks, Donna, and yes, every one needs a hobby!Yolanda Renéehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09085436784133103221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4794648014067102242.post-83277421880319746782016-09-07T16:51:01.248-04:002016-09-07T16:51:01.248-04:00So sorry, Yolanda. I understand how things happen ...So sorry, Yolanda. I understand how things happen like that. Hope you'll find some peaceful time soon. cleemckenziehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15456109243453726483noreply@blogger.com