Isn’t this true of all of us at some point in our life? We are at a turn in the road, a new chapter, but unsure where we go from here. And yet we think the answer should be immediate, we should know infinitely what’s next, where we’re going. We can all take some good advice from this and slow down, and see What opportunities open and where life leads us.
You always get me thinking and that’s a good thing.
Sooooo good! as a recently retired RN from the hospital after almost 30 years, I can totally relate to this. The way you write really brings one into the story and I'm thinking I know this girl Val...maybe I am this girl.!
And the connection between them, all the words of wisdom given - it was just a pleasure to read!
I like the bits of wisdom here and, of course, the setting. I would like to know what it is you are constructing. This really doesn’t have the elements of a story by itself. It is an enticing scene. Would this appear as a serial in mainstream fiction? Or is it meant to be a reflection on grandmother’s advice? Will we find out what Raven does next?
Loved this. You seem to have found your voice with these last two pieces. It seems to me that the writing is free flowing as you explore the inner beings of your characters. Instead of just “telling a story” you are unveiling your characters and I think the “story’ is just the vehicle for much more!
Hi Montie! Thank you so much for this thoughtful comment! It means a great deal to hear that the characters’ inner worlds are resonating with you. I’ve been working hard to dig deeper into their emotions and motivations, so I’m thrilled that it’s coming through in the writing. I’ll admit that some of this comes from my life.
Your insight about the story being a vehicle for something more really captures what I’m striving for. I truly appreciate you noticing and sharing your perspective—it inspires me to keep going!
Isn’t this true of all of us at some point in our life? We are at a turn in the road, a new chapter, but unsure where we go from here. And yet we think the answer should be immediate, we should know infinitely what’s next, where we’re going. We can all take some good advice from this and slow down, and see What opportunities open and where life leads us.
You always get me thinking and that’s a good thing.
When we’re in that place, it feels like we’re all alone. If we talk to others, I’m sure we will find support. That if, is a big question!!
I’m glad it got you thinking, Lynn. ❤️
Sooooo good! as a recently retired RN from the hospital after almost 30 years, I can totally relate to this. The way you write really brings one into the story and I'm thinking I know this girl Val...maybe I am this girl.!
And the connection between them, all the words of wisdom given - it was just a pleasure to read!
Marylee this is really good 👏👏👏
Thank you, again ❤️Kathleen!! My hope is all of my readers will find themselves in one of the characters!!
and got me thinking too, and that's a good thing 🤗
I like the bits of wisdom here and, of course, the setting. I would like to know what it is you are constructing. This really doesn’t have the elements of a story by itself. It is an enticing scene. Would this appear as a serial in mainstream fiction? Or is it meant to be a reflection on grandmother’s advice? Will we find out what Raven does next?
Note that two paragraphs here begin the same way.
Hi Karen! Thanks for the paragraph tip! I will take care of that.
This is a chapter in a fiction series.
“Whispers of Echo Canyon”
Here is the TOC. They can be read in date order if you’d like.
https://open.substack.com/pub/walkingyourgardenpath/p/table-of-contents-whispers-of-echo?r=3m4g50&utm_medium=ios
Loved this. You seem to have found your voice with these last two pieces. It seems to me that the writing is free flowing as you explore the inner beings of your characters. Instead of just “telling a story” you are unveiling your characters and I think the “story’ is just the vehicle for much more!
Hi Montie! Thank you so much for this thoughtful comment! It means a great deal to hear that the characters’ inner worlds are resonating with you. I’ve been working hard to dig deeper into their emotions and motivations, so I’m thrilled that it’s coming through in the writing. I’ll admit that some of this comes from my life.
Your insight about the story being a vehicle for something more really captures what I’m striving for. I truly appreciate you noticing and sharing your perspective—it inspires me to keep going!