Forget that damn "to do" list for 2012. While making that list, I feel like a school teacher is standing over my shoulder, wagging her finger in my face.
So let's make a list of ten "don'ts" for the new year, instead.
1. DON'T stop writing, outlining new stories and losing myself in my own world.
2. DON'T let someone's negative opinion affect the way I feel about myself and my work.
3. DON'T argue with a reviewer, ever.
4. DON'T forget to appreciate those who love me.
5. DON'T stop laughing no matter how bad things might get.
6. DON'T lose sight of my goals, keep moving forward.
7. DON'T trust false friends.
8. DON'T speak without thinking in person or on the Internet.
9. DON'T let exercise disappear from my life on some thin excuse.
10. DON'T stop facing each new day with hope and great expectations that something wonderful will happen.
What's on your list of "don'ts" Please share by leaving a comment.
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So let's make a list of ten "don'ts" for the new year, instead.
1. DON'T stop writing, outlining new stories and losing myself in my own world.
2. DON'T let someone's negative opinion affect the way I feel about myself and my work.
3. DON'T argue with a reviewer, ever.
4. DON'T forget to appreciate those who love me.
5. DON'T stop laughing no matter how bad things might get.
6. DON'T lose sight of my goals, keep moving forward.
7. DON'T trust false friends.
8. DON'T speak without thinking in person or on the Internet.
9. DON'T let exercise disappear from my life on some thin excuse.
10. DON'T stop facing each new day with hope and great expectations that something wonderful will happen.
What's on your list of "don'ts" Please share by leaving a comment.
A touch of spring to remind us what's on the other side of March.
To check out my books on my website, click here.
Perfect list to live by Jean- Many of which I have been living for the last few years- negativity has no place in my world...and false friends? Don't even go there- lol
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Dawne
LOVE it, Jean!! I would add "Don't live to eat, but eat to live and write more instead" to my list. I'll add yours too, cuz they're all great "To Don'ts" - LOL!
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Meg
Thank you Dawne. Yes, Meg, right! Don't live to eat, love that one!!
ReplyDeleteGreat list... I would add. Don't get shy. Always put yourself out there and network. I find sometimes I can be introverted and don't want to go to a writer's event or participate in a blog. But when I push myself out the door or into cyber space, I always meet someone who wants to see my stuff or has a suggestion of a place to submit work!
ReplyDeleteI love your list. I think I'll add Don't forget you are always important. I forget that a lot
ReplyDeleteGreat list - I love the idea of "don't" rather than "do's". I don't plan to ever stop writing or submitting!
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Lee Ann
Great list! Here's mine: Don't stop believing in myself.
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I'd have to add:
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Don't forget that I'm not 25 anymore (especially in the lifting and carrying department.)
Don't forget who you can turn to when feeling low.
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I add, do not take the ones who love you for granted.
ReplyDeleteSuch great additions to my list, Jeanine, Lisa, Kellie, Lee Ann and Angel.Way to go getting in the spirit!
ReplyDeleteWonderful list Jean.
ReplyDeleteDON'T give up because your family doesn't understand a darn thing you do! :) Good list!
ReplyDeleteGreat list. I like it. Fitting for us authors. Fortunately I have no false friends, that I know of.
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