tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post7072461660639626808..comments2024-03-04T00:51:30.050-08:00Comments on What is a Sundial in the Shade?: So, why Write?Josihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10615874450489497826noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-26266819903369084792009-07-10T13:43:15.720-07:002009-07-10T13:43:15.720-07:00You forgot #8: Because Tristi Pinkston loves to r...You forgot #8: Because Tristi Pinkston loves to read my books, and because I don't ever want to disappoint Tristi, I will continue to write wonderful books for years to come.<br /><br />It's a worthwhile reason, don't you think?Tristi Pinkstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12122250747480013804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-66888143779472686722009-07-08T12:28:59.341-07:002009-07-08T12:28:59.341-07:00Great insight, Jos. It is so important to be able...Great insight, Jos. It is so important to be able to find the joys/blessings/lessons from our life experiences - whatever form they take. <br /><br />I'm happy that you have found your gift and your plan - and a little jealous, too. I think quite a bit about what my unique purpose in life is, and either I'm not catching on or it isn't time yet, 'cause I'm still not sure. :) So thanks for following your passion and yes, being an example to others out there.alishahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13773636344242579668noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-65631297391506332192009-07-07T19:37:17.482-07:002009-07-07T19:37:17.482-07:00I think I need to print this off and read it often...I think I need to print this off and read it often. You inspired me with your honesty about how hard it is, and you've inspired me get again with your talk of the rewards/blessings from pursuing your passion.<br /><br />Fabulous post. Truly.Kimberly Vanderhorsthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01653757517652257445noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-23200317975183447612009-07-07T15:59:18.454-07:002009-07-07T15:59:18.454-07:00I just read on Julie's blog that English Trifl...I just read on Julie's blog that English Trifle is being released early! July 25th?! HOT DOG! Where can I stalk you down to sign it?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-17139940845990196412009-07-07T15:16:16.181-07:002009-07-07T15:16:16.181-07:00Great post. Friendships are definitely something g...Great post. Friendships are definitely something good that happened unexpectedly. I would have never dreamed that I'd be friends with a published author, but it's part of the most excellent package. I think my "non-writer" friends have a hard time relating to my ups and downs. So it's awesome to be able to share angst and joys with writers out there who are going through the same things as well.Heather Moorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11634399663804195312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-6836951431594975622009-07-07T13:53:47.695-07:002009-07-07T13:53:47.695-07:00I maintain that you are the greatest blessing I re...I maintain that you are the greatest blessing I received from writing. I loved this post. It is so exactly how I feel on all grounds.Julie Wrighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15311231654035295596noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-45405170379920806052009-07-07T13:00:05.372-07:002009-07-07T13:00:05.372-07:00Wow! I loved this post. I really needed it.
I fin...Wow! I loved this post. I really needed it.<br /><br />I find that my daughters are especially proud of the fact that I'm a published writer. It lets them know that they can accomplish anything that they want to.<br /><br />By the way. I reviewed your book To Have Or To Hold on one of my blogs. If you go to my main blog you'll find a link. I'm looking forward to reading more of your books. I know I read an excerpt of "In her Good Name" and it intrigued me, and those dessert books you have look delectible.Anna Maria Junushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14589846694967185982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-58168167930308868932009-07-07T08:52:48.979-07:002009-07-07T08:52:48.979-07:00How did you know I needed to hear this today? Gave...How did you know I needed to hear this today? Gave me goosebumps. =) Thanks Josi! =)Carolyn V.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15456210036213016603noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-43570644864190094722009-07-07T07:30:10.030-07:002009-07-07T07:30:10.030-07:00Amazing post. Thanks for the kindness and encourag...Amazing post. Thanks for the kindness and encouragement you've shown me, both in this post and privately.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-35868615995207436682009-07-06T21:46:01.537-07:002009-07-06T21:46:01.537-07:00Josi, this is one of the best posts I've ever ...Josi, this is one of the best posts I've ever read. (Sorry about the preemptive comment earlier.) Even though I haven't been through some of you experiences (yet!) I wholeheartedly agree with so much of what you're saying. I love the support and encouragement you share with your spouse. That's something I try very hard with so that my husband doesn't ever feel neglected, that we both encourage each other's dreams toward reality, and that we keep the love alive. <br />The lessons you describe for your children are the exact things I hope for my own kids. It's been a worry of mine and I'm so grateful that you've blazed the trail before me. As I know what an exemplary woman and person you are, I know that I can follow this dream and know that my family doesn't have to pay for it.<br /><br />Thank you for this post, Josi.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25267270.post-71673684505497035202009-07-06T18:55:32.817-07:002009-07-06T18:55:32.817-07:00Amen and amen. Especially to the friends and child...Amen and amen. Especially to the friends and children parts. I cannot express how grateful I am for the friendships I've made (you're at the top of that list) and the positive impact my writing has had on my kids, especially on my daughters. <br /><br />There are so many blessings.Annette Lyonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12493583432919249814noreply@blogger.com