tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post3618632318702392878..comments2023-10-29T12:11:38.194+00:00Comments on Rachel Pattinson: IWSG June: The Guilt TripRachel Pattinsonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-33608976895674484952016-06-05T18:21:41.749+01:002016-06-05T18:21:41.749+01:00Thanks, Nick! I don't think my parents quite u...Thanks, Nick! I don't think my parents quite understand, although they do keep asking me when my next book will be out! I get up early now when my fiancé goes to work and I'm going to be using that time to write I hope :)Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-26821013318667001662016-06-05T18:20:37.609+01:002016-06-05T18:20:37.609+01:00It's so true Stephanie - I feel so bad when I ...It's so true Stephanie - I feel so bad when I write, even though like you said, the work I put in will hopefully pay off some day...it helps if I go out to write, I must admit!Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-82764223310493463842016-06-05T18:19:29.701+01:002016-06-05T18:19:29.701+01:00If only we all had time turners! I can't write...If only we all had time turners! I can't write in front of people either! Thank you, Lexa :)Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-48397304442923372132016-06-05T18:18:58.827+01:002016-06-05T18:18:58.827+01:00Thank you, Tonja! Thank you, Tonja! Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-55553682349159611282016-06-05T18:17:20.033+01:002016-06-05T18:17:20.033+01:00That's true - I guess I just need to enjoy the...That's true - I guess I just need to enjoy the time I have now, and get back to writing when I can :). Thanks for stopping by, Alex!Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-37639982041019368072016-06-05T18:16:48.826+01:002016-06-05T18:16:48.826+01:00Let's hope both of us can get back into a rout...Let's hope both of us can get back into a routine of writing soon, Diane!Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-38963218764686751162016-06-05T18:16:27.660+01:002016-06-05T18:16:27.660+01:00Thanks, Suzanne! I think right now I do need to fo...Thanks, Suzanne! I think right now I do need to focus on my wedding, but so long as my characters keep talking to me in my head, I'll be fine ;)Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-80887023555273058522016-06-05T18:15:43.614+01:002016-06-05T18:15:43.614+01:00If only we could hit the pause button! If only we could hit the pause button! Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-52992601229782724542016-06-05T18:15:28.368+01:002016-06-05T18:15:28.368+01:00Hahaha, I'm exactly the same, Joylene! You'...Hahaha, I'm exactly the same, Joylene! You're so right, I know one day I'll look back at this time and smile :).Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-81424460196121199652016-06-04T20:31:22.984+01:002016-06-04T20:31:22.984+01:00You've got a lot going on with the new job, we...You've got a lot going on with the new job, wedding and move - it's OK to need a bit of time to find your feet. It's good that your characters are still talking to you! Surely your parents might understand that writing is important to you though? Mine are good about it - I know they read my blog, although they don't comment! I understand what you mean about needing time alone though - I can't concentrate with people pottering around, which is why I get up at the crack of dawn to write.Nick Wilfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03841776353790635132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-60742244229288519312016-06-02T22:41:30.159+01:002016-06-02T22:41:30.159+01:00It's interesting that you mention feeling guil...It's interesting that you mention feeling guilty about writing. I spend my entire day on my laptop but that's what I'm paid to do. And yet I STILL feel bad when we have company visiting on a work day or when we're visiting family and I'm trying to get work in. I think people still feel like "work" is done in an office...but even if you aren't making money as a writer yet, the work you're putting in WILL be money someday...so why do we feel guilty about it?Stephanie Farishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10461865229341760836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-53495469364981448302016-06-02T07:12:26.666+01:002016-06-02T07:12:26.666+01:00I always regret not writing, but there are just so...I always regret not writing, but there are just so many hours in the day and other more pressing projects sometimes come first. I can't write in front of people! Eek! LOL! Good luck with your wedding plans and enjoy life!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07735576044552810103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-84668813627550775232016-06-02T00:53:24.704+01:002016-06-02T00:53:24.704+01:00Yeah, I feel guilty, but these times are necessary...Yeah, I feel guilty, but these times are necessary and unavoidable. Plus, it sounds like your stories are working in your head, which is just as important as writing them. So much is going on for you--enjoy and have fun with the wedding!Tonja Dreckerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07683717853264134466noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-87278662385018789542016-06-02T00:37:31.353+01:002016-06-02T00:37:31.353+01:00If you're planning your wedding and doing all ...If you're planning your wedding and doing all that, I can see why you're busy. No worries - remember, it's only temporary.Alex J. Cavanaughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09770065693345181702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-55853495968555688032016-06-02T00:15:26.001+01:002016-06-02T00:15:26.001+01:00I feel guilty when I'm not writing. Last month...I feel guilty when I'm not writing. Last month was better than the month before. Here's hoping June will be great.Diane Burtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03754105332297068271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-56174739390840482972016-06-01T19:15:07.313+01:002016-06-01T19:15:07.313+01:00I'm glad that your characters are still talkin...I'm glad that your characters are still talking to you it means that you will have loads to write about when you do get the chance. I know that feeling of frustration and yes guilt when I can't write, but the time will come I'm sure. Glad to hear that other things are going well and preparations for the wedding... that must be so exciting. Suzanne Furnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00908200156114453054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-34778394544340496082016-06-01T18:35:22.454+01:002016-06-01T18:35:22.454+01:00Life gets in the way a lot. I haven't had time...Life gets in the way a lot. I haven't had time to write for most of May, either. Chrys Feyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11955009490266358041noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-7020581633951001402016-06-01T18:20:35.586+01:002016-06-01T18:20:35.586+01:00I feel horrible when I'm not writing. I feel g...I feel horrible when I'm not writing. I feel guilty if I'm writing. I feel resentful if I have to stop to make supper or sit with my hubby while he watches the news with his head in a book. LOL. Life is meant to be full of contrast, Rachel. That's what makes it so fun and frustrating at the same time. I was going to suggest free writing, but I know how hard that is when a keyboard and delete button is only a few feet away. Joylene Nowell Butlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04497637513532136615noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-42994197894461468532016-06-01T16:31:21.267+01:002016-06-01T16:31:21.267+01:00Great idea! I have used the recorder on my phone i...Great idea! I have used the recorder on my phone in the past, so I could use it again. Ah no, we all need to be a good place mentally before we write, I think :).Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-12615089247820218202016-06-01T16:30:22.333+01:002016-06-01T16:30:22.333+01:00It's the worst isn't it! I feel funny writ...It's the worst isn't it! I feel funny writing around people too, even the Engineer. Thank you for your kind words, Murees :)Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-6283472891615946842016-06-01T16:29:08.305+01:002016-06-01T16:29:08.305+01:00Haha! Adorable is one way to describe them ;)! Tha...Haha! Adorable is one way to describe them ;)! Thank you, Nicola!Rachel Pattinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05848131947437970731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-14776679807043060492016-06-01T14:48:19.637+01:002016-06-01T14:48:19.637+01:00Where's your digital recorder, eh? There are a...Where's your digital recorder, eh? There are alternatives to writing when it's impossible, schedule wise. It's the mental realty I worry about. If I can't find the sanity to even think about the stories, then I'm in trouble.Crystal Collierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03912469552483168148noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-4129791087504409392016-06-01T14:05:04.601+01:002016-06-01T14:05:04.601+01:00Oh, I understand. My mom also assumes because I si...Oh, I understand. My mom also assumes because I sit at my laptop I'n not doing anything. Also, I've never been able to write with people around me. I need to feel a bit isolated to write. I can edit with people around me, but not write. Don't feel guilty. You are super busy. That tends to happen. At least you have plans to get back to writing once things calm down and not giving up on writing all together, which is good news. I hope your hen party will be lots of fun. Hang in there. Don't worry, the chaos will pass and then your writing will still be there. Wishing you well. Murees Dupèhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11781339206465690961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5413636466483236943.post-88371310583148198652016-06-01T12:09:56.982+01:002016-06-01T12:09:56.982+01:00Aren't parents just adorable that way! :) Bles...Aren't parents just adorable that way! :) Bless. Glad things are working out well for you, Rachel, and I hope you get some undisturbed writing time soon. Have a super week. Nicolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14674648154579013578noreply@blogger.com