Yesterday I did something I thought I’d never do. On this blog,  I talk over and over about making progress on goals, I made significant progress on one of mine.

Let me give you a short back story. Years ago, I used to write poetry non-stop. I used to keep a notebook with me at all times and would be constantly inspired to write. I would get this urge to speak on something and I would start writing and wouldn’t be able to stop until it was through. It was something I hadn’t experienced before and it happened over and over again.

Inspiration came from everywhere. Whether it was a homeless woman I’d seen on the street or a relationship I or a friend had been through – it prompted me to write. I’d written so much that people would often ask me when I’d be publishing the book. I hadn’t even thought of making it a book. These were just my thoughts over a period of years that I’d collected in a little floral notebook. Then, I thought, why not? Why not make it a book?

I started this process back in 2002. The research, the ideas, putting it off, moving forward, self-publishing or traditional? I had so many questions. I finally got the last push I needed when I was pregnant with my son. I wanted my child to see me finish something I’d set out to do. I wanted to be an example. After many starts and stops, hiring an editor and all of the other mayhem that comes with it all – I’m here.

Yesterday, I hit submit for the final time on my manuscript. My book is now headed through the printing process! I’m excited, nervous and relieved. Excited because, it’s a goal fulfilled. Nervous, because I hope people receive it well. Poetry and the written word period is so personal and leaves me pretty vulnerable. Relieved, because it’s done. At least that stage is over and it’s on to the marketing process. In the meantime, I feel like I’ve freed up some brain space to tackle other things on my list. That feels good, really good.

Camesha

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20 Comments on One Step Closer

  9. Omg!!! That’s so exciting…This is the easy part now waiting for someone to read your gem!!! So fun:-)

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  11. I love checking something off my list! Especially something as important as what you just checked off! Congratulations! That is definitely something to be proud of! (And it is always great to have a little extra freed-up brain space!) 🙂
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  13. This is a great achievement! Go for your dreams and let nothing stop you. Writing a book is a very big deal and I tip my hat to you, my friend.

    Hugs and Mocha,
    Stesha
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  14. Good for you. I would love to write a book. Now is not the time but I can’t imagin how accomplished you feel. I so know that feeling of completing something that’s been looming and how your mind feels so free and decluttered. Can’t wait to hear about the next steps
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  16. Yay! Congrats and welcome to world of published authors! If you need a book review or advertising I have space available. Have to look out and support my bloggy friends!
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  19. Omgeee! So, so proud of you. What an example indeed, my friend. That takes courage and determination and I know you will have great success. I can wait to get my hands on it. Congrats for taking the leap:)!
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