Even larger perspective, Write.
this does torment me too.
My daughtter tutors boys from Sudan...my long-neglected novel is about (and has the aim of helping to stem) child abuse.
I believe the novel is my life's work, but caring for my mother and working FT has made it hard to write.
Maybe I'll take more inspiration from your name!
thanks--and thanks CeeMee, you have it simply spot on: the difference it makes to feel valued. in the meantime, I'll just have to remember to value myself and spend time on things of value instead of escapism. I do a fair amount of that at night when my back hurts--such as TV. I'm thinking of putting it out of my room and returning to writing in bed on the heating pad. Just see what happens.
Thank you both. And CeeMee I send strong vibes for you too. Can you tell me generally what kind of work you do?
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