My mom is visiting today.
Three or four times a year, she travels 1500 miles just to come see me. Well, okay, maybe she’s coming to see her grandchildren, too. Possibly even my husband.
Outside of my husband’s incredible support, my mom is the most fervent supporter of my writing dreams. All writers should have someone that believes in them, encourages them, cheers them on. My mom is a champion support team, all by herself.
Writers need a host of people to support them. They need writerly friends who understand the journey is long and hard and filled with tears, frustration, and rejection. They need friends to share the joy, inspiration, and exhilaration of writing. They need betas and critiquers that will give them the cold, honest truth about the flaws in their work.
But most of all, they need the support of their family and friends, cheering them on. Even if they don’t read your work. Even if they have no idea what you spend all your time on.
In honor of my mom’s unwavering support, I will be giving her my undivided attention while she’s here.
And so: no Ink Spells on Thursday and Friday this week. The blogging fun will resume on Monday.
p.s. Enjoy your family, when you can. They are a gift.
My mom's the same way. Enjoy your time together!
My mom's always been my biggest fan, too — unwavering support, even when my writing sucked (which perhaps it still may, but she's got far fewer editing suggestions these days 🙂
Bane – wow, your mom edits? Very nice. I'm geeked that my mom has a nook, and might have my e-book on there someday.
Nothing beats a good mom visit. Enjoy your time with her. See ya next week. 🙂
Very nice! I like to stop everything when my mom comes to visit but we always make a trip to Berders (for several hours) and talk books.
Caroline & Shannon – We are in full visit-enjoyment mode. Hot tea abounds.
Julie – That sounds great! We will definitely be spending some quality time at the book/coffee shop.
Wow, I can't imagine living so far away from my mom. We get to see her every week. What a blessing. Have a spectacular time together!
Great reminder post. We had family visiting in town last night. And yes, they are a gift. We love them very much.
Lovely blog, I enjoy finding fellow writers who also blog. I'm adding you to my reader.
BC – I am most envious of you, with the closeness of your mom!
Terresa – Thanks for stopping by! And for adding me to your reader! I'm always glad to connect with another writer (and librarians are some of my favorite people. Also: teachers). What is your latest adventure in writing?