tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post116354743651874724..comments2024-02-15T23:41:36.425-08:00Comments on SIMPLY WAIT: 10 THINGS THAT HAVE CHANGED SINCE I SOLD MY NOVEL and one that hasn't...Patry Francishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10961915797919017179noreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1164365419970286092006-11-24T02:50:00.000-08:002006-11-24T02:50:00.000-08:00Great post, Patry. I'm still suffering from #2 an...Great post, Patry. I'm still suffering from #2 and dreaming of #4, #7.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1164222905008966362006-11-22T11:15:00.000-08:002006-11-22T11:15:00.000-08:00I love this post for a number of reasons, but espe...I love this post for a number of reasons, but especially because...every time the phone rings, I also expect it to be my agent saying, "I have some exciting news!" And when it isn't, I chide myself and tell myself that it wasn't her or that because I was expecting it-- something to the effect that the universe doesn't like to be pressed this hard. <BR/><BR/>But you've given me hope! It could still be my agent, even if I'm expecting her!Kristin Ohlsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08961884344605729368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163966181484695092006-11-19T11:56:00.000-08:002006-11-19T11:56:00.000-08:00caroline: Look forward to seeing more of your artw...caroline: Look forward to seeing more of your artwork! And good luck on those dreams!<BR/><BR/>ainelivia: I try not to my characters to act as crazy as I do, but every now and then, they refuse to obey...Patry Francishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10961915797919017179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163940599319845942006-11-19T04:49:00.000-08:002006-11-19T04:49:00.000-08:00That's is an amazing image of you still in the jam...That's is an amazing image of you still in the jammies having it out with a character, whilst clutching cold coffee. That's a character for a book.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163926686446759562006-11-19T00:58:00.000-08:002006-11-19T00:58:00.000-08:00Funny how we share almost the same aspirations - a...Funny how we share almost the same aspirations - and I'm still anticipating all mine coming true next year... ;-) except I don't want fame or kudos!<BR/><BR/>Congratulations on being nearly published - all those wishes and all that hard work paid off.Carolinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05635758748108011584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163828506921541282006-11-17T21:41:00.000-08:002006-11-17T21:41:00.000-08:00todd: "Keep plugging" was my mantra for many years...todd: "Keep plugging" was my mantra for many years. It's a good one.<BR/><BR/>mb: And I'm glad I get to read your poetry and feel your great spirit. As Kate said in response to another post, "Isn't the net miraculous?"<BR/><BR/>m.g.: Thanks for remembering my shoes! So far I haven't had to buy another pair, but I'm still hanging onto my bow ties. Writing is a risky business...which is, I suppose, part of the reason we love it.Patry Francishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10961915797919017179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163810151511139452006-11-17T16:35:00.000-08:002006-11-17T16:35:00.000-08:00Whenever I get discouraged, I remember your post a...Whenever I get discouraged, I remember your post about staring at your waitress shoes, hoping you wouldn't have to replace them.<BR/><BR/>Congrats, Patry.Mindy Tarquinihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02970872751327021013noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163808774339169642006-11-17T16:12:00.000-08:002006-11-17T16:12:00.000-08:00I'm just glad you write and that I get to read. ;-...I'm just glad you write and that I get to read. ;-) You rock, Patry!MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14515233228776181123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163800192026294752006-11-17T13:49:00.000-08:002006-11-17T13:49:00.000-08:00I love reading about this success; oddly it gives ...I love reading about this success; oddly it gives me confidence to plug on with my own writing. Thanks, Patry.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163703467265732532006-11-16T10:57:00.000-08:002006-11-16T10:57:00.000-08:00kg: I'm glad you found me too. And yes, pajamas ar...kg: I'm glad you found me too. And yes, pajamas are key. There is scientific evidence to prove that creativity is enhanced when the subject wears pajamas. Or at least, there should be.<BR/><BR/>colleen: Oh, a blue terry robe sounds very cozy. Someday we'll have to declare international pajama day and post pics of ourselves in our "writing uniforms."Patry Francishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10961915797919017179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163688828878090152006-11-16T06:53:00.000-08:002006-11-16T06:53:00.000-08:00Life is never so full and busy as when there is no...Life is never so full and busy as when there is no separation between your life and your work because your life is your work. Both mothering and writing have taught me this. <BR/><BR/>I love the part about thinking your agent was calling before you even had one! <BR/><BR/>Signed, writer in the blue terrycloth bathrobe.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163688215871445052006-11-16T06:43:00.000-08:002006-11-16T06:43:00.000-08:00This was such a pleasant surprise to find this mor...This was such a pleasant surprise to find this morning. Such an inspiration. Thank you!<BR/><BR/>It's funny how the pajamas seem to be such a key part of this joyous scene. ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163686320818523932006-11-16T06:12:00.000-08:002006-11-16T06:12:00.000-08:00Darlene: Like your new smile!Darlene: Like your new smile!Patry Francishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10961915797919017179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163659117058140902006-11-15T22:38:00.000-08:002006-11-15T22:38:00.000-08:00THIS was wonderful :Dxox darleneTHIS was wonderful :D<BR/><BR/>xox darleneDarlenehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06081653211179263967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163657232105403992006-11-15T22:07:00.000-08:002006-11-15T22:07:00.000-08:00deborah: Thanks for stopping by to spread your pea...deborah: Thanks for stopping by to spread your peace. Always appreciated.<BR/><BR/>r.a. In that case, you can just write in whatever you do wear too bed--though as I recall from your blog, that may be rather chilly at this time of year.<BR/><BR/>sara: Thanks for sharing the glee throughout the year. (Were you the one who re-introduced me to that word?)<BR/><BR/>kat: Thank you and very good question. How do you promote your work? Maybe the subject for tomorrow's post...<BR/><BR/>sereeb: Spoken like a true writer...I can see that little girl so clearly. She was a lot like me as a child. Very best wishes to you--<BR/><BR/>alexandra: I want, I need, I must have those pajamas! Maybe we can start a polka dot pajama club. My only problem is that there's no Target on Cape Cod--but I think I can order them on line. So okay, it's one in the morning and I really need to go to bed, but first things first: Target.com here I come!<BR/><BR/>coll: It's comforting to realize I'm not the only one. Tomorrow at eleven I'll be thinking of you!<BR/><BR/>beth: Sometimes you just have to laugh at what a holy grail publication sometimes seems to be before you get there. It's nice to think of you back at your desk working on your next project. Something wonderful, I'm sure. Thanks for stopping by, and for all your kind words.<BR/><BR/>jenny: Yes, but do you have the polka dot ones from Target that I'm setting off to buy? They sound truly amazing!Patry Francishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10961915797919017179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163644097472512422006-11-15T18:28:00.000-08:002006-11-15T18:28:00.000-08:00PJs - the best part about being a writer! Congrats...PJs - the best part about being a writer! Congrats on your book. I like your list.Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06862496090402365429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163637189177774542006-11-15T16:33:00.000-08:002006-11-15T16:33:00.000-08:00I just laughed out loud when I read the words on t...I just laughed out loud when I read the words on the poster - couldn't be truer for me, either, this amazing year. So many congratulations to you - and I know what it's like to be right back there in front of the computer, struggling away. It feels -- good not to be all that changed, and yet disabused off a lot of illusions. But today - a one-year hooray for you!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163629300125299172006-11-15T14:21:00.000-08:002006-11-15T14:21:00.000-08:00At 1100 this morning I was in a similar situation....At 1100 this morning I was in a similar situation.. cold coffee and PJ's .. sitting at my computer keypad. And I too would have it no other way. How fortunate we are. :-)<BR/><BR/>A big congrats on having your book published. How wonderful is that!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163626778157833192006-11-15T13:39:00.000-08:002006-11-15T13:39:00.000-08:00Mazeltov, Patry! You deserve it.You deserve it be...Mazeltov, Patry! You deserve it.<BR/><BR/>You deserve it because you are talented and worked hard for it, of course, but you also deserve it because you <I>appreciate</I> it so, and because you are so generous about sharing your glee. It's a delight to watch.<BR/><BR/>Love that lettering project, too. Talk about oozing glee.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163626514841704142006-11-15T13:35:00.000-08:002006-11-15T13:35:00.000-08:00I want to add to Laini's post! I bought those paja...I want to add to Laini's post! I bought those pajamas and want to pass along the info to you since it sounds like you will be spending A LOT of time in them! They are the softest, most comfy PJ's ever- I got us both a pair at Target and they are made by Xhilaration in the PJ section! Go treat yourself-only $12! And its so affirming and inspiring to read this post, it truly is. Congratulations!!! Can't WAIT to read it!Alex Shttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02109059018269508607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163620258360239292006-11-15T11:50:00.000-08:002006-11-15T11:50:00.000-08:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163612055105158682006-11-15T09:34:00.000-08:002006-11-15T09:34:00.000-08:00Well done Patry . I’m still dreaming of such a mom...Well done Patry . I’m still dreaming of such a moment but even if that moment never comes, I will never give up writing. How could I? It is what make me carry on, smile, live. When I was a little girl I used to scribble the following on my notebooks in Arabic, absentmindedly most of the time: I will never give up, I will never surrender, I will pursue my dreams until I achieve them or die like a hero. Hehehe, I know, that is pretty heavy stuff for a child to scribble on her notebooks.Writertobehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04064722881316124140noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163611323981780382006-11-15T09:22:00.000-08:002006-11-15T09:22:00.000-08:00awesome, inspiring post! i love that you wrote exc...awesome, inspiring post! i love that you wrote exclamation points on your tax forms! now, how does one become an enthusiastic promoter?Leahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17381213681911598073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163609741529456782006-11-15T08:55:00.000-08:002006-11-15T08:55:00.000-08:00Yay for writing, Patry. I love that you can write ...Yay for writing, Patry. I love that you can write "WRITER" on your tax form. It's great when you can claim that for yourself. <BR/><BR/>I don't have pajamas. That suddenly means so much!robin andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06386655587963143782noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11695927.post-1163608934854852032006-11-15T08:42:00.000-08:002006-11-15T08:42:00.000-08:00I love this! A writer's dream come true :) much ...I <B>love</B> this! A writer's dream come true :) <BR/><I>much peace, JP</I>JP (mom)https://www.blogger.com/profile/03120439923927414464noreply@blogger.com