Taking a Risk and Moving Forward

About a year and a half ago I finally took the time to write three children's stories based on my grandchildren. This was something I had wanted to do for a very long time, and the feeling of accomplishment was one of the most rewarding in my life. There is nothing I can compare to the feeling I get when I am writing and creating. For someone who has always been an organized, analytical personality, I have found as I get older my desire to tap into my creative side is all consuming.

Since I finished writing these stories, my dream has been to find an illustrator and complete the process to bring them to book form. I can envision the day when I am able to share these books with my grandchildren. As with any endeavor the one thing that holds us back are our finances. Taking a risk monetarily is not an easy one.

I have spoken to a few illustrators over the past year, and they did amazing work, however I was not able to move forward. Recently I was talking with a friend who completed her book, and she introduced me to the illustrator she used. Her illustrations were beautiful and captured the essence of what I was looking for. I will be talking with her next week to share my vision and see what she recommends to bring them to life. Once again I am excited at the prospect of moving ahead and seeing my books in print.

Although it will be a risk financially I can no longer procrastinate. If I don't move forward then I tell my children and grandchildren that you cannot accomplish your dreams. That is not the message I want to give them - especially when I always tell them that they can do and be whatever they want. As my boyfriend always tells them..."you can eat an elephant one bite at a time".

So today I will move forward and take a risk. I will keep you posted on the progress of......"The Amazing Adventures of Anthony", "Emily The Princess who Loves to Dance", and "Natalie and Bella Go Exploring".



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