Next Steps

I know there are many of us who are disappointed about the results. But in order to take our minds off that, what are your next steps in working on your project (you know, after you throw away the Kleenex and grab a glass of wine- who cares if it's only noon!)?

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Permalink Reply by Katherine Harms on August 24, 2010 at 2:24pm

We have all done something the vast majority of the population has never done--we have actually started work on the book of our dreams. I have read all the comments here and in the discussion of the types of books we submitted. I think everyone here is capable of pushing this project to the finish line, even without the prize here. A lot of books have been published solely because of passion and sweat, and we all have those raw ingredients. We can do this!

Permalink Reply by Meryl Jaffe on August 24, 2010 at 3:19pm

I may be repressing some of my disappointment, but I actually don't feel as bad as I feared (I also think I am a great rationalizer: "Well, they weren't really looking for a parenting book" kind of thing). I am actually working on expanding my platform - trying to get people to follow my parenting blog, trying to get schools and community centers to host my parenting workshops, and trying to get some work as a blogger on parenting sights.

If anyone has suggestions or can refer me to their schools, community centers, blog sights, etc. it will be most appreciated.

In the meantime, good luck to us all and I look forward to hearing from and supporting you all!

All the best,
Meryl
www.departingthetext.blogspot.com

Permalink Reply by Mary Keating on August 24, 2010 at 3:49pm

I love you guys! I have gone from a bit blue, to OMG get it together because today is your anniversary, to yelling "move that bus" all in less than 6 hours! Wow - what a day. Yes, I did get to see Ty and the Extreme Makeover bus today and it really is my anniversary and sadly, I am not one of the passion project finalists, but I am definately on a ride upward and onward and I am thrilled to be on that ride with a terrific, energetic and encouraging group of women!

Hugs again to all. If you ever get to yell, 'move that bus' - inspiration and hope are overwhelming! So ladies - move that bus!!!

Permalink Reply by Brooke Linville on August 24, 2010 at 3:53pm

How inspiring!

After the fire I remember all these neighbor kids coming up to us to say that they had nominated all of us for EHM, but I knew we just couldn't wait that long for Ty!!

Permalink Reply by Mary Keating on August 24, 2010 at 4:13pm

This poor family had used ALL of their luck pennies and were sliding fast with medical bills and payments. Their money had run dry and they were forced to sleep in tents and in a friends makeshift trailer. The oldest son dropped out of high school to earn some money ... the whole situation was quite sad. Not only that, but we had a frost warning last night - so the timing could not have been better for this family.

I has been quite a ride for the whole community and the family, returning from a week in Florida, was so thankful and so happy and so thankful. I have quite enjoyed driving by, walking around and watching! It was so great for my spirit today!

BTW - thank you for creating this post. I think I was also mourning the loss of chatting with others about the same things - I think that makes sense. So - we can now gather here to support and chat.

Permalink Reply by Brooke Linville on August 24, 2010 at 4:19pm

I definitely want to keep up the support and encouragement. Maybe we can do a weekly or bi-monthly check in to keep us on course!

Permalink Reply by Mary Keating on August 24, 2010 at 4:37pm

Count me in!

Permalink Reply by Meryl Jaffe on August 24, 2010 at 4:54pm

Me too!

Permalink Reply by Franny Mondok on August 24, 2010 at 5:31pm

I was sitting at chemo today when I checked to see who the finalists were and was upset that I wasn't on the list but I feel it's been a good learning experience. This whole writing thing is fairly new to me and my book has been something I've wanted to write for years and I'm proud of myself for finally working on it and watching it come together. I have lots of work to do on it yet and I'll use all of the help I get from those of you here and others I know. I hope all of us will be able to complete are projects and successfully publish our passions!

Permalink Reply by Rachel Whaley Doll on August 24, 2010 at 6:39pm

I am so glad to be part of this forum, and look forward to seeing what happens with the final entry. I am wondering if there will be any feedback on our entries. I thought there would be, and perhaps that is forthcoming, but wanted to find out more. This passion project has been part of an amazing journey for me into the writing world. I know it is far from over, and look forward to the people and experiences yet to come. Keep writing, and keep connecting!

Permalink Reply by Brooke Linville on August 24, 2010 at 6:43pm

I'm so glad you brought that up Rachel. I'm sure a lot of us are feeling that way tonight. I too would like to know what would have strengthened my submission.

Permalink Reply by Carol Clouse on August 25, 2010 at 12:20pm