tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post6274459200082815382..comments2024-02-17T17:59:25.010+10:00Comments on Christian Writers Downunder: Brave Little FlameJeanette O'Haganhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11057798704247611224noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-14788664811185612982011-09-18T19:33:24.783+10:002011-09-18T19:33:24.783+10:00Thanks Narelle <3 It's one of the few thing...Thanks Narelle <3 It's one of the few things I've stuck to year after year. I appreciate your affirming comments very much.Paula Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02079952414990463270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-3429910719732907262011-09-18T14:54:10.473+10:002011-09-18T14:54:10.473+10:00I love your writing Paula, all of it, the novels, ...I love your writing Paula, all of it, the novels, the blog posts, even friendly emails! You just have a gift that shines through with words!<br /><br />I write for an audience of one ;)Narellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05055531203646493126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-68657628115769834842011-09-16T22:15:42.019+10:002011-09-16T22:15:42.019+10:00Bravely burning the flame for an audience of One ~...Bravely burning the flame for an audience of One ~ great post Paula.. love your honesty ;D<br />xxxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-70914011812494179082011-09-16T19:40:33.668+10:002011-09-16T19:40:33.668+10:00Paula, your post is so rich. Not just with beautif...Paula, your post is so rich. Not just with beautiful words, but also with touching wisdom. The hardest part of being a writer for me, has been sharing my work. Putting your labor of love out there for all to see takes a lot of courage. I remember when I finished my first manuscript – it took me over six months to show it to anyone. When I finally did I received an incredible reward – encouragement. Sometimes it comes from unexpected places, and always shows up when the Lord knows we need it the most. <br />BTW – my sister homeschooled her three boys. Two are now fully trained tradesmen, and her youngest is in year ten. I know it wasn’t easy for her at times, but each one of her boys is an outstanding young man. I know that this is due to her perseverance, sacrifice, and hard, hard work.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-31911723896352416542011-09-13T13:11:16.969+10:002011-09-13T13:11:16.969+10:00Thanks Dorothy.
I think sharing the trials is jus...Thanks Dorothy. <br />I think sharing the trials is just as important as celebrating the greatness about writing, which is already so well covered by contributors to this blog day after after.Paula Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02079952414990463270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-8450994586264202652011-09-13T11:13:52.128+10:002011-09-13T11:13:52.128+10:00I am overwhelmed by your honesty Paula! And the am...I am overwhelmed by your honesty Paula! And the amazing encouragement from the writing community here at CWD! <br /><br />Trials never go unused by God. Whatever grieves us, He works in us for His good purposes whether it be for our writing or any other ministry. Already, your bruising has touched many here. Thanks for sharing your heart with us :)Dorothyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13622521834128746217noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-47051286852956910592011-09-13T08:43:39.551+10:002011-09-13T08:43:39.551+10:00Thanks Jackie, that's good imagery. A campfire...Thanks Jackie, that's good imagery. A campfire can smoulder away for a long time and then a bit of unexpected kindling can cause a spectacular flame. That's so true for us all.Paula Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02079952414990463270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-57838916705714350612011-09-13T06:33:52.737+10:002011-09-13T06:33:52.737+10:00Paula, putting your flame into the context of a ca...Paula, putting your flame into the context of a campfire, sometimes it needs to die down a little. Then, when new wood is thrown on, everyone appreciates the increasing flame.<br /><br />I'm still to be published but the glow never leaves my coals. Your blog is a great encouragement in many ways. Thank you.Jackie Randallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11050358718360976661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-2245890836609053362011-09-12T20:44:36.563+10:002011-09-12T20:44:36.563+10:00Thanks Penny and Paula I wasn't meaning to sou...Thanks Penny and Paula I wasn't meaning to sound down. I do know people read the blog but to say we all feel this way. <br />I am feeling better tonight I had some food and I think that was part of my issue being hungry but not sure I wanted food. I sure do hate gastric bugs.<br />Now I better go and write a letter to an author!Ausjennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07644698706787568679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-42436729895935990392011-09-12T20:22:56.183+10:002011-09-12T20:22:56.183+10:00I echo Penny's sentiments to Jenny. And Jenny,...I echo Penny's sentiments to Jenny. And Jenny, I like to make a point of contacting authors too, for the reasons you mention. Almost every time, they've responded to my thanks quickly and warmly. Just proves what we all know, that authors aren't generally inundated with encouragement and every bit helps.Paula Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02079952414990463270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-91412269180555512302011-09-12T20:20:32.072+10:002011-09-12T20:20:32.072+10:00I'm going to hold onto all of your encouraging...I'm going to hold onto all of your encouraging words. I had a hunch that sharing human frailties on this blog may strike chords in hearts. <br />Nicole, you're an inspiration and encouragement to me and many.<br />Anusha, encouraging writing such as yours helps incredibly during low moments. I'm so glad we organised that 'book swap.'<br />Amanda and Narelle, thanks for sharing the journey and relating to what I'm talking about.<br />Jo, we are all leaving a great legacy and Australia does need us, whether or not it knows it :)<br />Jenny, thanks for keeping your blog so faithfully despite these barren moments. I'm sorry you haven't been well and hope you're better soon.<br />Margaret, thanks for understanding and sharing the journey. I chanced upon your blog just recently (through this tool bar) and loved my visit there. I'll surely return more often.<br />God bless you all,<br />PaulaPaula Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02079952414990463270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-27689084093945878462011-09-12T20:06:14.032+10:002011-09-12T20:06:14.032+10:00Just wanted to respond to Jenny (Ausjenny) and say...Just wanted to respond to Jenny (Ausjenny) and say: "Be encouraged Jenny. You are noticed. You are loved. And not just by us writer people whom you support so generously, but by our extravagantly gracious heavenly Father!"Penny Reevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17673959533876970193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-3262936202269505012011-09-12T20:00:02.378+10:002011-09-12T20:00:02.378+10:00No wonder your writing is so powerful, Paula. That...No wonder your writing is so powerful, Paula. That was a wonderful post. <br />I could very much identify with all the hindrances, but mainly the one of having to push yourself into the lime light. That is something I also detest because it's so against my personality (I hate selling)and against what I consider godly attitudes. But...I know that if we want people to read our VALUABLE contributions to this world, it's something we just have to do - but we can do it as unto the Lord, in Him and for Him:)<br />Regarding your struggle with homeschooling, please don't give up. We also homeschooled, and in hindsight it was the best thing we could have done for our children, although it meant many sacrifices on my behalf. Our lives are full of seasons, and seasons change, but our God is always faithful. Just keep RESTING in Him:)<br />Thanks for being so honest. It's been a great encouragement to all of us.Margaret Lepkehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08147233663724759684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-36419196118095438002011-09-12T17:39:21.037+10:002011-09-12T17:39:21.037+10:00As a reader I think many of us read a great book a...As a reader I think many of us read a great book and talk to others about it but we dont always think to let the author know. I try to write to authors when I read books I dont always do it as I tend to forget or things get in the way. The same with blogs I often read but not comment I know many visit my blog and never comment and even for a not writing blogger this can be disheartening but then I see the stats so know people are reading and get the odd note of the blog about a post. I feel more bad for the author who gave there time when they dont comment. On facebook. I play games so often I miss posts from lots of people so dont comment on many (although your one the other day on telemarketers really touched a cord). <br />I guess I am saying this cos even non writers have the same response to lack of acknowledgement. There are some groups I am on I wonder if anyone reads my posts or even cares cos other posts get a comment and mine seem to get missed but I know its not always personal but it does feel it sometimes. <br />I do enjoy your blog. (Now to go back to my chair and wallow in self pity again not feeling great)Ausjennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07644698706787568679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-24747507490110646962011-09-12T16:59:13.951+10:002011-09-12T16:59:13.951+10:00Hi Paula
Writing, like painting, builds a legacy, ...Hi Paula<br />Writing, like painting, builds a legacy, an inheritance for future generations. Your Christian writing that expounds the love of God will be lying around peoples homes for years, waiting to impact someone's life!<br />Only God sees the fruit of the seeds you so faithfully sow. Please keep sowing! Australia needs you! xxJo Wanmerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08601438922741057908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-23650393117620791942011-09-12T16:55:42.260+10:002011-09-12T16:55:42.260+10:00Paula, thanks for your honest and thought provokin...Paula, thanks for your honest and thought provoking post. I value my writing friends because they understand this crazy writing journey, the ups and downs, the self doubt and anxieties. For me, the challenge is to keep my heart and mind focused on the knowledge that I write for an audience of one, and to seek His glory instead of my own. And to have a servant heart.Narellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07665380446283721576noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-87680185899784243812011-09-12T16:45:34.984+10:002011-09-12T16:45:34.984+10:00Hi Paula. I for one am glad you keep honouring tha...Hi Paula. I for one am glad you keep honouring that flame in spite of everything that is thrown at you to douse it. ((Hugs))The gentle breeze of the Holy Spirit will always reignite the embers when things come against you. XXOOAmanda Deedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02430837640142332983noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-67001131414729788462011-09-12T14:48:02.031+10:002011-09-12T14:48:02.031+10:00Thanks for that heartwarming post Paula. You write...Thanks for that heartwarming post Paula. You write so beautifully and I fully understand what you say. Every now and then there are other voices out there which make us question what we do. But you know deep down that you are doing what you were created to do. So keep on keeping on. I for one am glad you obeyed that still small voice. There's nothing to beat it, is there? Obedience to God brings such sweet joy - and you are a great writer! May God speak to you through unexpected blessings when the temptation to douse that flame knocks on you door.<br />Well done on your writing and I did so enjoy this post!<br />Blessings,<br />AnushaAnusha Atukoralahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00859837228901127984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-63454382615772816282011-09-12T13:47:11.904+10:002011-09-12T13:47:11.904+10:00I love your heart Paula, and so does God. There i...I love your heart Paula, and so does God. There is something overwhelmingly beautiful about bare honesty. I find such comfort in drinking in the Psalms, and find solace in that even King David, felt and endured trials a plenty. Thank God we have each other to encourage one another, and in the light that is coming, all will be revealed, how you have played a part, in the renewing of many hearts. You are certainly a great encouragement to me.<br />x NicoleNicole Watsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08598127749197100363noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-83030943844980667752011-09-12T13:42:27.956+10:002011-09-12T13:42:27.956+10:00Hi Jennifer Ann,
I'm glad PUP delivered the en...Hi Jennifer Ann,<br />I'm glad PUP delivered the ending you hoped for. I think it would've been so sad if they weren't. Please thank your daughter on my behalf, too :DPaula Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02079952414990463270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-16752735821906565022011-09-12T13:40:55.534+10:002011-09-12T13:40:55.534+10:00Thanks everyone,
As I expected, I've found all...Thanks everyone,<br />As I expected, I've found all the feedback overwhelmingly encouraging.<br />Jo-Anne, always to happy to indirectly help with those workshop ideas (grinning)<br />Rita, I'm sure it helps boost each other when we share our frailties with honesty. Looking forward to reading Deb Raney's thoughts.<br />Cathy, what beautiful thoughts. I'm sure we'll all be blown away when we get to heaven, by learning about the impact we've made which we've had no idea about.<br />Meredith, that is a nice douse of petrol! <br />Penny and Debbie, bless you ladies heaps. <br />Lynne, that's one of the best promises to claim.<br />Carol, I appreciate your support and encourage you to keep your own flame burning as you write your awesome books.Paula Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02079952414990463270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-50130555385656038022011-09-12T13:35:08.806+10:002011-09-12T13:35:08.806+10:00Hi Paula,
I understand how you feel. So I wanted t...Hi Paula,<br />I understand how you feel. So I wanted to say I loved "Picking up the pieces" and lent it to my daughter who wanted me to write to you the following "Really, really liked it!Was actually keen for them to be together in the end. It totally never bored me". Great work.<br />Jennifer AnnJennifer Annhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09284057776201270126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-25225653326145880752011-09-12T13:12:40.670+10:002011-09-12T13:12:40.670+10:00I'm sure you're speaking for many of us au...I'm sure you're speaking for many of us authors, who experience those moments of doubt and insecurity, Paula. But I'm sure it's also true of us that the call which keeps us going is too strong to lie down for long. It's been said that a capacity is also a need and I think that's true of writing. While there are many challenges and even some blockages, the need is a drive which pulls us through those times and pushes us to greater heights,especially when we believe our capacity is God-given. I'm glad we can support each other and give the encouragement that helps us over the bumps.Carol Preston https://www.blogger.com/profile/00306981583283008014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-92177490574320089662011-09-12T12:36:16.074+10:002011-09-12T12:36:16.074+10:00Isaiah 40:31
For those who wait on the Lord shall ...Isaiah 40:31<br />For those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.<br />Paula, I have said this verse over and over in times when I have felt what you have expressed. God has been the most faithful friend to me in all circumstances and as I have claimed this promise, I am always refreshed. :)Lynne Burgesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04813162683082804696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2208627029605402728.post-6847457600996311972011-09-12T12:26:54.126+10:002011-09-12T12:26:54.126+10:00Thanks for your stark honesty Paula, it certainly ...Thanks for your stark honesty Paula, it certainly encouraged me that I am not alone in these feelings. They seem to come with the territory of writing - the agony and the ecstasy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com