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IWSG

#IWSG November 2013: Overcoming Insecurities

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Created and hosted by the Ninja himself, Alex J. Cavanaugh, the Insecure Writers Support Group posts the 1st Wednesday of every month. Click the image to learn more or sign up.

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I’ve wanted to participate in this group for the longest time, but I was too insecure to do so. I always feared that I’d somehow drop the ball and not live up to the expectations of the group, even though they don’t expect much. I think deep down I was just afraid of being a small shrimp in a continually growing sea of tight-knit colorful fish. I felt like all the wonderful authors already participating in this powerful support group and community wouldn’t have time to get to know me or allow me to get to know them.

I’ve been sitting on the sidelines for a while now just watching and admiring…Now I’m stepping out on faith. I want to be a part of this community. I want to be able to help and support those who need it and to also receive help and support in return, but mostly I just want to be a part of something I’ve admired for so long. Just to be a part, not outshining anyone or standing out in a crowd- just to be a part, is sometimes all you need. It’s more than enough to keep you going and I want to be a part of this.

I hope I’m able to make many new friends and that I’m able to contribute something of value into their lives.

Be sure to stop by and visit this month’s co-hosts: CD Coffelt, Tina Downey, Isis Rushdan,and Michelle Wallace.

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My Geekdom

My Geekdom 05: Garfield

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I truly believe that there are some people who are put on the planet to make the rest of us feel good about ourselves. In the world of cartoons and comic strips, Garfield is “the one.” No one can be as lazy, sneaky, and indifferent as Garfield and still be as lovable. As self-centered as he can be, Garfield has redeeming moments and qualities. He’s not a mean or hateful cat; that would require too much effort. Though he’s not swarming with friends and invitations, he loves the ones he’s close to and they love him.

The truth is, I relate to Garfield. It’s hard to explain, but that cat gets in my head. When I write sometimes, I try to think what Garfield would do and do the opposite. When push comes to shove, Garfield would never sit idly by if his friends truly needed him, but if a plate of lasagna was in his way, it might take him a while to come to the rescue.

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FM Files Full Moon

Character Files from the ToiBox 30: Mr. Thornton – Bio

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nomaleBiography:  Subject FM 5-Mr. Thornton

Mr. Thornton is a retired banker from the U.K. who moved to the U.S. with his very young son. He raised his son by himself since his wife, and love of his life, died when the boy was very young. Mr. Thornton is a of lover of jazz music and conversation. He’s always lived a simple life and wants nothing more than to see his son settled down and living a simple life of his own.

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