I've been working on my memoir for four and a half years. After years of multiple writing and feedback workshops, writing groups and craft classes, I found a great book coach last year and felt like I was finally rounding the curve towards completion and an agent proposal. Then, in the fall of 2023, my mom's health began a rapid, steady …
I've been working on my memoir for four and a half years. After years of multiple writing and feedback workshops, writing groups and craft classes, I found a great book coach last year and felt like I was finally rounding the curve towards completion and an agent proposal. Then, in the fall of 2023, my mom's health began a rapid, steady decline and I found myself unable to continue working on my memoir as I became her caretaker. She passed away three months ago, and everything I write, especially the parts about our relationship, is painted with the colors of this new version of myself. I was never worried what Mom would have thought of my book; she was proud of me and encouraged all of my artistic endeavors since I was young. Knowing she will never read it carries its own sadness, but is also a reminder that time waits for no one. I've been grateful for your accountability group because its helped me continue to work towards my memior's completion, raw emotions be damned!! Sometimes its just too hard, and so I back off and go for a walk or whatever. Take my time and cook a nice dinner for my family. But mostly I just feel Mom with me, holding my hand and pushing me through the hard stuff.
Thank you for this, Christa. I can see this both-sides piece, and I'm so happy to have you in the group. Love your presence there, and I'm happy to know more of your journey.
Sorry about losing your mom. 🙏 Been there, too. That can really change our perspective. She'll be with you and all of this will continue to shape your story. Rooting for you!
I've been working on my memoir for four and a half years. After years of multiple writing and feedback workshops, writing groups and craft classes, I found a great book coach last year and felt like I was finally rounding the curve towards completion and an agent proposal. Then, in the fall of 2023, my mom's health began a rapid, steady decline and I found myself unable to continue working on my memoir as I became her caretaker. She passed away three months ago, and everything I write, especially the parts about our relationship, is painted with the colors of this new version of myself. I was never worried what Mom would have thought of my book; she was proud of me and encouraged all of my artistic endeavors since I was young. Knowing she will never read it carries its own sadness, but is also a reminder that time waits for no one. I've been grateful for your accountability group because its helped me continue to work towards my memior's completion, raw emotions be damned!! Sometimes its just too hard, and so I back off and go for a walk or whatever. Take my time and cook a nice dinner for my family. But mostly I just feel Mom with me, holding my hand and pushing me through the hard stuff.
Thank you for this, Christa. I can see this both-sides piece, and I'm so happy to have you in the group. Love your presence there, and I'm happy to know more of your journey.
Sorry about losing your mom. 🙏 Been there, too. That can really change our perspective. She'll be with you and all of this will continue to shape your story. Rooting for you!