Emotional Rollercooster....

I have been on an emotional roller coaster....Hence my new musical selection. Ms. Vivian Green- Emotional Roller coaster.

I have come to you all with all that I have been going through in order to get my Manuscript edited, published and circulated to the masses. Well, if you have been keeping up with my Journey through this Blog you know that I have been in contact with an editor that was refered to me. She is wonderful. However we did suffer through a break down in communication. Mostly due to my lack of technical knowledge. When she advised that maybe this project required time that she may not be able to dedicate because of her already full work load... to say I was heartbroken is an understatement. I cried the entire day! I however did not reply to her with anger. Because anger is not what I felt. I completely understood her point. I do need a little more patience. I am sure that she is used to working with Authors who have more of an idea of what it entails to produce a project like this. Also ones who have more skills when it comes to different technology. This was a blow to me and my ego. I felt deflated because I have been working on the writing of the book for quite some time. I started this Blog as a way to express myself on the Ins and outs and the ups and downs.... All surround my work. My first Manuscript. "TORN". So when I think that I am closer to realizing my dream and that news darkened my email, I didn't know what to do.

This is what happened. My support team stepped in and picked me up. My Honey (Jerome) :-) My mother in Law and my sister in law. They consoled me, They encouraged me, and they made me smile.

After that, I knew that there will be days like this. And that nothing worth having comes easy. I already knew that, but sometimes you have to get knocked down just to prove to yourself that you can get back up. I am now still standing tall. Maybe even taller. Because I have already made my way through that... I will be able to handle whatever happens next with a better understanding.

My editor, contacted me again after withdrawing from my project. We are in the process of trying to iron things out. I want to continue to work with her. I feel like she is already so much a part of my journey.

I will let the Lord have His will and it will end up just the way it's always been intended.

I will keep you all posted if we are going further or if I will be on the look out for a new editor. Although I hope that my search is over and stops with her.

Thank You so much for checking me out. I have been receiving so many visits to Trials, Tribulations, and Torn. That alone will make all the negative things disappear. Please don't be shy... leave a comment.

Lots of Love, Liz....

A Book By Any Other Name...

The editing process isn't even complete and there is a snag!!! I recently found out there is another book by the name of "Torn"!!! ( Oh No Right... Same thing I thought) So... I'm not really sure if I can proceed with the book title as "Torn" for my Manuscript. I am so confused... (Sighs). I love that title and although both books are most likely about a love triangle. I am sure that the stories are completely different. I will be asking my editor if I can proceed with that title or do I have to come up with another name. It wont be that bad. However the whole time that I have been writing, putting together the concept and promoting this Blog, it was always "Torn" that I thought of when I thought of my 1st Manuscript.
The important part is that I see my dream fulfilled whether it's by that name or another. So I wont complain.... It could be so much worse. Everybody that knows me...knows that I stay positive.
As for the progression, the book is still in the editing phase and I am still weighing my options on publishing. I am looking for a publishing company. But if I am not able to find one and a contract that is suitable, I will self publish. I am still in the research phase. So if any of my followers have any info Please contact me and let me know.

I am truly Thankful for everyone that comes by to read my Blog, and participates in the surveys, and Just to support me and my dream.

Lots of Love, Liz...

Is It Best To Live With Your Mate Before Marriage?? Or Not To Live In Sin??

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Have you ever been in a relationship that you knew you were settling...However you stayed so you wouldn't be lonely???

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Moving On and Moving Up....

Tonight/Today,I have decided to stop biting my nails and worrying about the what ifs and contact my editor on Monday Morning. I will be advising her that I am prepared to send in my manuscript to be re-viewed.
I fully intend to have my project available to the the public by the summer time, and if that is to be a reality I must stop getting in my own way. I can make excuse after excuse as to why I have not made the next move. When in reality it all falls on me. This is MY dream. MY project. It is MY responsibility to see it through to the end. Despite the obstacles. So, no more saying that I need to prepare this,and that is not ready. No more feeling sorry because my support system wasn't what I thought it was suppose to be. because it turned out to be exactly what I needed.
I think in life we as people can sometimes let the negative energy control us. Well I say NO MORE. I am so ready to move on and move up. This is one of many steps in fulfilling that.

Lots of Love Liz....

IS IT POSSIBLE TO BE IN LOVE WITH 2 PPL AT THE SAME TIME??

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Soon and Very Soon....

.... This process isn't as simple as it seems. That's cool though because I am well equipped for each challenge. Whether it be personal or political. I am strong woman and I'm definitely built to last... They don't come like me too often. So I know that with my determination, and prayer that there is nothing that I can't take on and conquer.

That being said, I am still hard at work creating. Everyday I become closer to my goal. Even when I come up against set backs... I am still closer.

Soon I will be posting another peek into my book TORN. Originally I was only going to post three. But, since it has been awhile since my last post and things have been setting me back... I am going to do something that makes me feel better and give you all a lil sumthing to wet your pallet and gain your interest. I hope that it makes all of you that follow happy as well.

Soon I will be mailing off my manuscript and I will have to deal with criticism. That is a good and a bad thing. Bad: because I want nothing more than to hear that what I have poured my heart into was a wonderful read. However, I am new to this writing...well in this capacity. Good: because I really need to hear feed back. Someone that will give it to me no holds bar. I trust and value the opinion of those that have read bits and pieces...however, I do need to hear from someone not in my circle. Trust me that circle is a small, tight one.
What I might hear scares and excites me. If there are things I need to improve...I will do that.

This is not just a hobby for me anymore. I am working over time to see that it becomes a reality. Anything that you do in life you should strive to do well. When you are at your best you must continue to challenge yourself. That is what I want out of life.

I want to tell stories and do it well...

Lots of Love, Liz.