Monday, September 10, 2012

Mystery Guest

He/she's coming. We're still working out the fine print, but I'm most anxious to introduce you to my future mystery blogging guest. This individual will be making regular appearances to share his/her profound knowledge with the rest of us earthlings--just as soon as I get can him/her to sign on the dotted line...

And in other news, it's official. The perpetual chicken has finally taken the leap. That's right, I actually sent out my manuscript and several queries. I feel like that bird who's just jumped out of the nest, begging her flexed wings to catch the wind and fighting to ignore the rushing pavement below.

It's a matter of faith. Faith=confidence in something or someone else. For the bird, it's faith in those flimsy wings--because she's seen her mother take flight a hundred times and believes she too can accomplish something great. From the safety of these leafy branches I've watched several friends, several of you, take flight, and it's miraculous. But the real reason I've taken the leap is because of the many wonderful and supportive people who have literally kicked me out of the nest. (You know who you are.) I've received encouragement, ultimatums, even received threats! (For which I will profoundly thank you, as soon as I stop plummeting to my proverbial death.) To those who have pushed and aided me forward, you rock.

And back to the mystery guest... I promise a free cheese wheel of your choice to anyone who can guess the identity of my future cohort.


Off Topic: Curious, what blog posts in the last 6 months have been the most meaningful/memorable for you? What were they about? Why did they stand out?

13 comments:

  1. Having a mystery guest is a great idea! I love that, not to mention that image of the birds. Great!

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  2. Agree with Sheri! As to who that mystery guest is . . . hmm. Could it be a famous writer? Am I close? Can I expect at least a slice of cheese?

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  3. It would be awesome if your guest was The Good Doctor, but that's wishful thinking, I think. And congrads on getting your feet wet in the publishing arena! You'll do awesome, I have no doubt. :)

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  4. That's awesome about the mystery guest. I wonder who it could be.

    And congrats on sending your manuscript out there! Good luck!

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  5. Oh I know who I am...So do I get to guess?

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  6. C. Lee--um, no. But here's a virtual slice of cheese.

    David--Wishful thinking indeed. And thanks!

    Matt--Yes, thank you for pushing me out the door, and NO, you don't get to "guess".

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  7. Um . . . I have no idea. But I'm guessing a writer--or agent? Editor?

    Congratulations on sending out your manuscript! Good luck with the queries. :)

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  8. Good for you for taking the leap! I hope your mystery guest reveals him/herself soon :)

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  9. A mystery guest blogger? Hmm.

    I love that bird picture! Yep, that's what querying is like! Good luck!

    I'm blanking on a moving post. If I can think of one, I'll return and let you know. Long day. My mind is mush!

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  10. That's great, Crystal! Super good luck to you and here's hoping that story sprouts its wings!

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  11. I love the idea of the mystery guest. And good luck with your manuscript!!

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  12. Woohooo! Good for you on getting your MS out. So hard but necessary on this freaky journey. ;-) I'm looking forward to "meeting" your guest.

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  13. So excited for you "leaving the nest." Crossing everything for you...

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Hit me with your cheese!