Wednesday, March 2, 2016

IWSG: Taking It Back


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Okay, people. I've had enough. I'm tired of being tired. I'm bored with being blocked. I'm weary of waffling and wallowing and waiting for . . . well, everything. For energy, mental and physical. For answers. For direction. For inspiration. 

Awhile back, I declared 2016 to be the Year of Living Creatively. I've taken cooking classes, I've got art classes lined up in the Spring, I'm more aware and open to the world around me in general. I took action. 

Well, I'm taking action again. Now. This time, it's about my writing and my health/weight. I'm not exactly sure yet what this looks like - I've got some ideas, some plans - but changes are being made. Something has to be done, and I'm the only one who can - and will! - do it.

I'm taking my life back. 
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  1. Maria ZanniniWednesday, March 02, 2016 8:05:00 AM

    You've done so well with the other two, you're on a roll. Go for it!

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  2. Nicki ElsonWednesday, March 02, 2016 8:41:00 AM

    Go, Madeline!

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  3. Hart JohnsonWednesday, March 02, 2016 8:55:00 AM

    Man, I hear you sister! Have you ever written to prompts? That is one creative exercise that always surprises me--finding an external "requirement" for something and using that as a starting place. It unlocks doors. You can do it!

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteWednesday, March 02, 2016 9:31:00 AM

      Yep, I've written to prompts, and it really does help. I also use contest deadlines and "requirements" like having to use certain words in the story or a tight word count, etc.

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  4. Alex J. CavanaughWednesday, March 02, 2016 9:23:00 AM

    Go get 'em! Fight for your creative life.

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  5. Kristin SmithWednesday, March 02, 2016 9:25:00 AM

    Yay, you go girl! I love your determination! You've got this. :)

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  6. Julie FlandersWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:03:00 AM

    Hooray! You'd do it, I've no doubt.

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  7. Julie FlandersWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:04:00 AM

    Meant to say YOU'LL do it, not you'd. :(

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  8. Chrys FeyWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:14:00 AM

    It's when we realize changes need to be made and do something when we achieve greatly. :) Good luck!

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:29:00 AM

      That's the trick, isn't it? The actual doing something about it.

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  9. Roland D. YeomansWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:16:00 AM

    Take it back one hour at a time, one bad habit at a time, one good habit made at a time. Best of luck!

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  10. Christine RainsWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:18:00 AM

    You can do it! Perseverance is the key. We'll be here to cheer you on. :)

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  11. UnknownWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:35:00 AM

    I certainly wish you luck on this journey. Good luck!

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  12. Rachna ChhabriaWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:54:00 AM

    Good that you are taking your life back. Perseverance and patience will lead you to your destination, Madeline. Hugs.

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteWednesday, March 02, 2016 11:30:00 AM

      I'm going to need a lot of all three - perseverance, patience and hugs. :)

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  13. Loni TownsendWednesday, March 02, 2016 11:22:00 AM

    RAWR!!! I love these taking control posts. It's inspiring to see people take action to get what they want. WOOT!

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteWednesday, March 02, 2016 11:31:00 AM

      I hear you! I love reading them, and I love writing them. :)

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  14. Crystal CollierWednesday, March 02, 2016 11:29:00 AM

    Yay! Go, go, GO! You've totally got this and epic things lie ahead.

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteWednesday, March 02, 2016 12:48:00 PM

      Thanks so much, Crystal. I love the idea of epic things ahead. :)

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  15. SK AnthonyWednesday, March 02, 2016 11:48:00 AM

    That's fantastic!!!! Take control of what you want and show it who is boss!!!! Man, I think even I feel inspired to take charge after reading your post lol so thanks! <3

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  16. AnonymousWednesday, March 02, 2016 12:37:00 PM

    Only YOU can do that.
    I'm glad you decided to! Your life is whatever you make of it, so make something wonderful :)

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  17. LisaWednesday, March 02, 2016 12:44:00 PM

    Good. For. You. That's tellin' 'em!!! Go girl and get it done!

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  18. kjmckendryWednesday, March 02, 2016 1:21:00 PM

    Congratulations! You're so right, YOU are the only one who can do it! and you can do it! I'm trying to take my writing back into my hands as well, as I've taken way too long a break from it!

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  19. JessWednesday, March 02, 2016 1:25:00 PM

    That's WONDERFUL. You go out there and take back your life! I know what it's like to be trapped under boredom and being tired!

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteWednesday, March 02, 2016 1:42:00 PM

      We have to dig ourselves out from under whatever is holding us down. It's hard but worth it.

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  20. Susan Gourley/KelleyWednesday, March 02, 2016 1:39:00 PM

    You bet! Go do it.

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  21. UnknownWednesday, March 02, 2016 2:55:00 PM

    You go, girl! I think I might join you. I need to take my weight back, and keep my writing organized.
    Thanks for your awesome honesty and positivism, Madeline!

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteWednesday, March 02, 2016 4:18:00 PM

      Go for it, Tyrean! If I can do it, you can do it. We can all do it!

      I always worry a bit about TMI (Too Much Information) with my blog posts, but I figure some of us are in the same boat so I share but within limits. :)

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  22. Murees DupèWednesday, March 02, 2016 3:39:00 PM

    You go girl! I'm totally cheering for you, because I decided the exact same thing. You can do it. You are amazing.

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteWednesday, March 02, 2016 4:19:00 PM

      I don't know about amazing, but I'll take it. :)

      And I'M cheering for YOU!

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  23. Juneta keyWednesday, March 02, 2016 4:44:00 PM

    Whoop, whoop, cheering you on. You go! Great attitude.
    Juneta @ Writer's Gambit

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  24. M.J. FifieldWednesday, March 02, 2016 5:20:00 PM

    WOOT! Yeah! You've got this!

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  25. AnonymousWednesday, March 02, 2016 5:57:00 PM

    Good luck! *\o/*

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  26. Lynda R Young as Elle CardyWednesday, March 02, 2016 6:48:00 PM

    Congratulations, Madeline!! I wish you all the very best.

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  27. emaginetteWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:41:00 PM

    Wow. You Go Girl. :-)

    Anna from elements of emaginette

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  28. JenniWednesday, March 02, 2016 10:49:00 PM

    Go, Madeleine! Good luck with your new goals!

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  29. Emily R. KingThursday, March 03, 2016 12:25:00 PM

    Woot! Good for you! The first step is deciding to make a change, and you've done that so you'll figure out exactly what you need. Best of luck with all your endeavors!

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  30. Patricia StolteyThursday, March 03, 2016 12:47:00 PM

    If you need to lose weight, get a small energetic dog. I brought my brother's dog back from Illinois last weekend and she has kept me moving enough to already lose 3 pounds. Part of that is exercise and part is that I'm too exhausted in the evening to snack. :D

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteThursday, March 03, 2016 1:02:00 PM

      Ha! I don't know how the tortoises would feel about that. I suppose I could put them on a leash...Larry especially likes to walk...but I don't think it would be quite the same in terms of energy and speed.... :)

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  31. Debra Renée ByrdThursday, March 03, 2016 2:49:00 PM

    Here here!! You can do it!

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  32. CynthiaThursday, March 03, 2016 2:57:00 PM

    Good luck with your goals. May you find inspiration and story ideas along the way.

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  33. J.H. MoncrieffThursday, March 03, 2016 5:41:00 PM

    Good for you, Madeline! Please keep us posted on your journey.

    I wish you lots of health and happiness. <3

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  34. Shannon LawrenceThursday, March 03, 2016 11:57:00 PM

    Good for you! With that attitude, you can do it.

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteFriday, March 04, 2016 7:32:00 AM

      Now I just have to keep that attitude going as strong as possible, for as long as possible. Gulp!

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  35. LizaFriday, March 04, 2016 7:27:00 AM

    You go, lady! Wishing you the best!

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  36. Tamara NarayanFriday, March 04, 2016 9:44:00 AM

    Good for you. Let us know how it goes. I could definitely use some pointers/inspiration in those areas myself.

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    1. Madeline Mora-SummonteFriday, March 04, 2016 10:31:00 AM

      If I find something that works for me, I'll let you all know. :)

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