WHEN YOU REACH THE END OF YOUR ROPE,
TIE A KNOT IN IT
AND
HANG ON.
(Thomas Jefferson)
This one is for all of us who think we're at the end of our ropes, whether in our writing careers or in some other area of our lives.
Hang on . . . until a net appears, cradling us, easing us down safely.
Hang on . . . until strong arms appear, supporting us, settling us on solid ground.
Hang on . . . until our own muscles gain the strength to haul ourselves back up that rope so we can begin again.
Hang. On.
Thanks, Madeline. What a great reminder that whatever we're going through, we're going to be okay. (I used to have that poster with this quote on it—that one with the cat hanging on to the end of a rope. So cute...)
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday. ☺
I think I had a similar poster.... :)
DeleteHave a great week!
That is awesome. So many good things that could happen if we hold on.
ReplyDeleteSo true! Just think about all the amazing things we might miss if we let go or if we let go before we should....
DeleteNeeded this one today.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week ahead, Madeline. :)
Glad to help!
DeleteI hope you have a great week, too. :)
Dealing with job/employment issues, so this is timely. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad this came at the right time for you, Jay. Hang in there!
DeleteI really needed to hear this... it just lightened my spirits...
ReplyDeleteThanks Madeline!
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You're very welcome!
DeleteI didn't know that saying came from Jefferson. I thought it was a more modern saying but it certainly stands the test of time.
ReplyDeleteIt really is a classic line and way of thinking.
DeleteLove this quote. In fact, I think it's perfect for a friend of mine. I'm going to text it to her right now :) Eventually those saving graces come. We just need to hang on! :)
ReplyDeleteI hope it helps her! :)
DeleteThat was a dose of inspiration. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome!
DeleteI agree with this 100% So often, we are NOT at the end of our ropes, even though we think we are...
ReplyDeleteWhen we want to let go the most is when we have to remember these words.
DeleteLoved this quote and your additions. THIS is life! You are a great observer.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much!
DeleteLove this! I'm hanging on...
ReplyDeleteYou can do it! :)
DeleteThere's been a few times I've reached the end of my rope on things. What saved me was having someone there, to lend a hand or support.
ReplyDeleteIt's great to have people like that in your life.
DeleteI repeated that saying to myself many times while trying to get published and finally it worked out, if that helps anyone.
ReplyDeleteYou were tagged on my blog today, so hopefully you'll meet a few new people!
http://stephie5741.blogspot.com/2014/08/three-things-i-write-three-things-i-dont.html
It definitely helps, Stephanie. :)
DeleteAnd I'll head on over to your blog soon - thanks!