Ego strength. Trusting my ability to connect with the process and the fodder that feeds the process. Embracing the many expressions of beauty - beautifully crafted words, thought-provoking ideas, sculpture and painting, nature, music, sunrises and sunsets, theater - that nurtures and supports my creative process. Words of encouragement and even words of critique meant to keep me on course. These and more are needed to continue and flourish in such a solitary process.
A fiction project was rejected after initial indications of interest. I ponder if it needs further work or continue to search for a home. I do not take this personally. The novel will find a home if it's meant to be.
I am currently working on a non-fiction project on the beguines, a fascinating and little-known movement of women in medieval and early modern times. Created at the request of a publisher, I delight in the creative process of a sounding board (i.e.: editor) who is as passionate about the subject as I. Due in November for a Fall 2010 publication date.
Hope and creative possibility keeps me going.
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