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Optional Monthly Question: Since it’s back to school time, let’s talk English class. What’s a writing rule you learned in school that messed you up as a writer?
I haven’t given this topic much thought. My dog passed away recently and I’ve been struggling to get back into my regular writing routine. Off the top of my head, I suppose “not ending a sentence with a preposition” has always been tricky for me when going between narrative and dialog.
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And now, on to the personal updates…
Nothing to update at the moment.
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What writing rule do you struggle with?
My response time has gotten slower but I’m still making my rounds.
**Updated 9/12/24** If you have been able to leave me a comment on this post, I greatly appreciate it and will be making my rounds. This site has been experiencing outages for several days, almost a week, and I’ve been preoccupied with trying to address it. I’ve been approving comments as I’ve been able to, but haven’t had a chance to visit other bloggers. I miss you all and am on my way to saying “hi” soon.
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18 replies on “#IWSG Sept. 2024- Writing Rules”
I’m so sorry that you lost your dog, Toi. It’s good that you’re taking the time you need to grieve. It can be hard to get back into a writing routine after a big loss in your life.
Thank you. It’s been tough. She was my writing partner.
Sorry you are still struggling. Pets get into our hearts and never let go.
It’s true. Thanks for your words.
You do what you have to when your heart has taken a blow.
I’ve about decided that I didn’t learn enough rules back in grade school and HS, and after that was afflicted with far too much academic writing.
I think that too much technical writing has had an effect on me, but I’m aware of it and am able to address it.
So sorry about your dog. You just need time to heal. Although I’ll admit, I can still cry over losing our cat Rocko and that was over seven years ago.
Thank you for your understanding. She was so much a part of everything I did. It’s hard to remember that she won’t come begging for belly rubs anymore when I’m sitting at my desk.
Oh no, I’m so sorry about your dog! Losing a pet is difficult. It has been two years since my dog died, and I still miss her every day.
Thank you for your words. It’s been tough, but each day I find ways to move forward and still keep her memory alive.
Sorry to hear about your dog. My cat passed away a few years ago. She used to be very demanding of my attention, except when I was writing. She somehow understood not to disturb me during writing time. I still miss her a great deal.
Thanks for sharing your story. My dog never seemed to understand what I was doing when I was writing, but she always wanted to be near me, whatever it was I was doing.
Losing a furbaby is always tough — especially when they support you during your writing. Hugs x
Ronel visiting for IWSG day Adventures in Audio: Recording and Publishing a Podcast
Thanks, Ronel. It means a lot coming from you. I love how you include your furbabies in your social media.
My heart goes out to you. I’m sending warm wishes your way.
Thank you for your kind words. I really appreciate it.
Hi Toi!
Condolences on the passing of your furry friend. I know how that hurts! Having sentence fragments frowned on irritates me.
Thanks for your kind words, Denise. It means a lot.
Sentence fragments can be powerful when used just right.