What I've Learned from Not Publishing
>> Wednesday, June 6, 2012 –
control,
surrender,
trust,
writing and faith
I once told a friend that after every interview, I always
assume I’ll get the job. It’s true. I
leave thinking, “All righty…I wonder when they’ll want me to start?”
Now, before you conclude that I’m the most arrogant person
on Earth, let me explain. I have indeed landed every job I’ve ever applied for,
but not because I am the greatest, most gifted professional ever to step foot
into the workforce. Instead, my success has always been the result of one
simple factor: preparedness (combined with a fair amount of luck, too).
I am the classic Type A over-achiever. My barely average SAT
scores, below-average GRE scores and other standardized tests always proved
what I already knew: I got good grades in school not because I’m naturally
smart, but because I studied. A lot.
...Will you join me over at the Lincoln Journal Star for a story about silver linings?
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Oh Michelle, isn't that the way things are so often? We have to have something go completely against what we are used to so that we can see the real picture...that He is in charge and really does know what is best for us!
You know I love you and the way you write! I struggle with not wishing I could write like you, Nancy, Deidra and others. But, alas, in this post I am reminded that He really does have it under controll
Great post friend!,
I identify with your type A over-achiever personality, Michelle. Sometimes those personalities make it hard for us to rely solely on God. It is a feeling of helplessness to not be able to "make it happen," isn't it? I'm going through that with the crazy process of this adoption and at times I despair and flail my arms and nothing gets accomplished because it is out of my hands completely. But when I give up and surrender and rest in his arms, oh the peace and feeling of relief. I hear you, friend. And I rejoice in the fact that, even if the book is not yet published (yet!), you have already succeeded because you are learning the lessons He is teaching you on the way.
Michelle,
Love this. So honest and real! Praying for you and that book of yours!
Your honest sharing is such a witness and encouragement. You are a blessing!
Ah, there must something in the air... I read a similar piece over at Billy's this week too. I reckon we've all got a lot to learn from this piece.
Blessings.
Really enjoyed this Michelle. You have such a gift of making us feel like we're not alone in our circumstances. The thing about Type A people is that they are loyal, dependable, trustworthy and capable. If you want success, choose one. I think you'll be a raving success in whatever God chooses for you.
Hi Michelle! Don't know if you remember me... I used to blog at Coming Clean. I took a break, but now am back and blogging with a friend at a new blog address. I always enjoyed your blog! :) I do think that perseverance and preparedness are two of the biggest keys to success and excellence. I try to remember that when I get discouraged or think that I'll never see the payoff for all the hard work. God is faithful, so we have to be, too! :)
Man, I had to pass a couple of tests to comment.
*wipes brow*
and now I've forgotten what I was gonna say -- I promise you it wasn't wisdom. Probably nonsense.
I do hope that you will get published; I want that for you.
Did you take that typewriter outside? I love that picture -- it's such a heavenly idea -- writing away in the hum of nature.
;-)