Many of you know that I am a writer, and I have been working on my novel "City of Secrets" for longer than I care to mention. It has changed a lot over the years, and so have I. But one thing that I think has been holding me back is that I've tried to write the story from a distance. I'd much rather observe and report than jump in and join.
But I recently went through a major "revolution of spirit" which has changed every aspect of my life in ways I didn't even pursue or expect. One of them is that I am getting involved in things and "putting myself out there," something I usually avoid.
I work at a lovely Bed & Breakfast, which is now the home setting of my main characters and has breathed new life and depth into my story. I recently started volunteering at The Lightner Museum, which has already given me so many new ideas I get giddy when I think about it. And next week I am going to start volunteering at the historical society library and possibly even attend a meeting of Ancient City Writers at the library! My life feels so abundant, exciting, and purposeful, and I know it's because I'm seeking out new opportunities.
We never know where a conversation, an opened door, or a new acquaintance will lead.
“You must learn day by day, year by year to broaden your horizon. The more things you love, the more you are interested in, the more you enjoy, the more you are indignant about, the more you have left when anything happens.” - Ethel Barrymore
