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Moongazer
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 Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 10:03 pm Post subject: An introduction... |
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Super Newbie
Joined: Dec 12, 2007
Posts: 6
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Hi All,
I'm new here, and new to writing sites in general. Actually, I'm just plain new to the thought of actually being a writer. But, I'm very excited about the prospect.
I'm three years from being able to retire, having worked at a state university since age 19. I receive a tuition waiver (an incredible benefit) and decided a couple years ago that I can actually retire then do something I want to do for a living, or have dreamed of doing. I have loved the classes I've taken in various disciplines (it's a liberal arts university), but have had a difficult time deciding what I want to be when I grow up.  I know that I love to write and do a lot of writing in my current position, but wondered if I could actually make a living at it on my own. So I began researching various career options in writing and have decided that yes, I think I can do it. Having the security of retirement income will obviously soften the sting of rough beginnings and numerous rejection letters....at least I hope so.  Now that I've made the decision, though, I'm very happy about it....and I'm anxious to begin learning as much as I can.
So I work full time, take classes in the evenings and weekends, majoring in English/Creative Writing. I'm the mother of three (all grown) and grandmother of one.
I may not post often, but I'll lurk and learn. So thank you in advance for whatever info and knowledge you share.
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wHiSpEd
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Honorary Crew
Joined: Jul 08, 2007
Posts: 167
Location: lancashire-U-noited-Kinghdom/ Lhr-Pakiztan
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Aww.. that is so sweet! a courageous thought indeed. But lets just not let go off of the fact of living and expenses. it may be a wonderland for a few amongst us, but it nearly takes ages to make a mark somewhere to earn the much, you need to pull off expenses.
I just hope and pray that your dreams come true and that the facts that we all know of, remains fake.
lots of blessings and love to you..
All the best. May the Almighty gives you strength to go through this phase of life! A'men
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Lark
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| Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2007 6:33 am Post subject: |
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Writer of the Year
Joined: Nov 01, 2006
Posts: 246
Location: U.K.
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| Hi and a hearty welcome to TW, I think it's great that you are finally taking the plunge to do you something you want to do, write. You have worked hard and now the opportunity is beckoning, go for it! |
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Moongazer
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| Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2007 9:52 pm Post subject: |
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Super Newbie
Joined: Dec 12, 2007
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| Thank you both, very much. |
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TheRadiantSeraphim
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| Posted: Fri Dec 14, 2007 12:14 am Post subject: |
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visiting addict
Joined: Sep 04, 2007
Posts: 95
Location: In a pile of books.
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Hello and welcome to the site! If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask any of us. :-D We are a friendly group, at least I say so myself!
Sincerely,
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stargazer
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Shining Star
Joined: Sep 28, 2007
Posts: 345
Location: Pennsylvania
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From one gazer to another....welcome!
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Moongazer
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| Posted: Sat Dec 15, 2007 9:34 pm Post subject: |
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Super Newbie
Joined: Dec 12, 2007
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Rose
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Pure Essence
Joined: Mar 17, 2004
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Location: Canada Ontario
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Cparker
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Monkey Boy
Joined: Sep 26, 2004
Posts: 623
Location: Portugal/London
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Hello and welcome to todays woman! If you need any help then you can just pm me or Orion and ask. I shall look forward to seeing your work around the site.
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Teal´c : To resist the influence of others, knowledge of oneself is most important. |
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