by Vivian Dippold
Last night was the first meeting for the newly formed Lakeland Writers Connection. I was so pleased with the attendance. From published novelists to novice writers, we forged a bond to see success in writing.
The comment: “There’s excitement here!” made me smile. Once you know me, you’ll realize I do get excited! Not just for my interest, but for success, achievements, and recognitions of others. I can be a cheerleader. I can jump for joy and turn summersaults for others (well, at least figuratively!). I look forward to “cheering” on your behalf.
The questionnaire of personal goals offered a gamut of aspirations. I ambitiously look forward to the fulfillment of each of these goals.
“Lifetime career. Encourage women and children through fiction.”
To be published.
To publish novels.
To publish inspirational books.
To share experiences with others.
To instruct others in areas of my expertise.
Help others learn the craft of writing.
To be a better communicator.
To be able to focus my ideas in one direction.
To grow as a writer.
To make people smile, cry, or be encouraged through my stories.”
To my fellow writers: We will write. We will grow. We will focus. We will…succeed.
