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October 22, 2021 by still a dreamer

Or maybe I should say `spread thin.’ There are times in all our lives when we have an awful lot of balls in the air, and I’m going to say this is one of mine. And I am juggling – or dancing – as fast as I can.

Work is a constant (for which I am grateful), and changes are on the horizon. I will be opening my heart and mind to new possibilities and it’s exciting, if not occasionally anxiety-provoking. Depends what day you ask me.

I have a children’s book coming out! – Where Do Butterflies Go at Night? One might think that once you’re done writing the story, you, as a writer, are done, but it couldn’t be further from the truth! With my wonderful publisher, Ethicool Books, we work collaboratively. The illustrator, Stella Mongodi, shares her sketches and illustrations as she goes along, and the publisher and I are able to have input. Stella’s work is beyond fabulous, but being able to share a thought or two here and there is a wonderful gift.

And then … promotion. I want this book to be an amazing success. It’s my debut picture book, and while I would want any book of mine to be so, the first is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. So I post – on my blog, website, Instagram (which I am learning and loving), and soon Facebook (which I have avoided, but no longer can.) It’s a lot!

And yes .. the holidays are upon us! Halloween is next week and I haven’t even gotten to take a tour of the neighborhood yet. Then Christmas, for which I hope to have some new Frenchie items in my Etsy shop. Oh … note to self – learn more about Mailchimp! And start thinking about that new website! Yes … and remember to breathe!

We women today are not the same as those of our mother’s generation. We can do so much more, learn so much more, just be so much more! But whew! It can get a little tiring at times. And yet we persist because the world today is a place where we can open our hearts and souls and find kindred spirits whether in friendship, love, or business. It’s a new day.

Yesterday, a quote passed over my screen and I grabbed it. It’s a wonderful word of encouragement from the inventor from New Jersey (!), Thomas Edison, for the moments when we might feel like we’re not “getting there”, wherever that is, or “getting there” fast enough. Take heart – we are all exactly where we are supposed to be at this moment in time, but in case you’re having a doubt –

“I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.“

Have a wonderful day!

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Posted in Animals, Art, Authors, Books, Cards, Children's Books, Creativity, Holidays, Inspiration, Life, Reflections, Writing | Tagged accomplishments, books, butterflies, challenges, children's books, Ethicool Books, Etsy, Growth, holidays, kindred spirits, life, life's challenges, picture books, Stella Mongodi, Where Do Butterflies Go at Night?, writing | 8 Comments

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  1. on October 22, 2021 at 5:30 pm Kitty

    Gentle peace as your exciting and demanding journey progresses, Jeanne. I have no doubt a beautiful book will result. Don’t laugh, but I’ve found relaxing into the journey and trusting when you need a break can help. The Universe really does know what it’s doing when it comes to art finding its way to the hearts that most need it. 💕

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    • on October 22, 2021 at 5:42 pm still a dreamer

      Hi Kitty, you are so right! Sometimes I am amazed at how much time can slip by sitting at this screen. I am still learning to give myself breaks – and more often – because we do need them. Our eyes, our spirits, our brains … I will try harder and take your advice. 🙂

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  2. on October 22, 2021 at 9:15 pm Becky Ross Michael

    Sounds stressful but in a good way!

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    • on October 23, 2021 at 7:54 am still a dreamer

      Exactly! And this time of year always gets super busy when you do fundraising projects for clients as well. Just have to remember to breathe! 😊

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  3. on October 24, 2021 at 3:41 pm Lavinia Ross

    That is a good quote! 🙂 Wishing you peace and prosperity, Jeanne!

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    • on October 25, 2021 at 10:02 am still a dreamer

      And you know it’s appreciated, Lavinia. Stay well!

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  4. on October 26, 2021 at 2:13 pm Andrea Stephenson

    I’m glad that you’re busy in such a good way Jeanne – doing things you love and having dreams come true. Don’t forget to look after yourself though, so you can take the time to appreciate it 🙂

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    • on October 26, 2021 at 3:03 pm still a dreamer

      That is the catch though, isn’t it? With what I’m planning going forward. I am hoping to get back to walking again, and eating better, too. I’ll mix it in as I get all those ducks in a row. Thanks for the encouragement! 😊

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