Happy Birthday Julia Child
It is her birthday, 101 years today. This is the Julia Child I remember.
She said something as a cook that I can relate to as an author:
I was 32 when I started cooking; up until then, I just ate.
And I echo her statement. I was 34 when I started writing novels; up until then, I just read. I’ve never appreciated the written word more than now, after I’ve written several novels, rewritten, edited, cried, fought, torn them up, and then started over with a blank page. There have also been the times when I read what I wrote and then reread it because it sounded so good to me, I couldn’t believe it was mine. I doubt many people appreciated food as much as Julia Child did. Hopefully, someday, I might attain a fragment of her talent and accomplishments.
#WriteMotivation Update
1) Finish 100% my final edit of THE PANDORA REVERSAL: SHIFTER.
On page 183 of 324. Kids are back in school, and I’m going strong. I can make it.
2) Blog once a week.
So far, I’ve done this.
3) Go visit at least 5 other blogs per week.
Done this, and I’ve loved hearing about all of you!
4) Submit PR:S to at least 5 agents.
Not yet. Giving my list to a writer friend who will give me the skinny on all the agents on my list.
5) Go on a date with my man.
Dinner at the Outback and a movie (Ironman 3). Lots of talking, kissing, etc. Woot!
6) Take my oldest kid to college. I’m so excited for her, and I know she’s ready to go. (But this is the one I dread most. *small tear*)
We’re packing, on track to fit in the car.
I feel good about things so far!
Jamie Dement (LadyJai)
says:Brilliant! I was, I guess, 40 when I remembered my dream! I also read an article about a 90 year old who published her first novel. It’s never too late!! <3
Good on you with your goals and accomplishments!
Jai
heathercashman
says:You don’t look old enough to be 40! I hope I’m not 90 when I first publish, but if it takes me that long, so be it. Thanks, Jai.
LadyJai
says:Thanks! I’m now 44 (holding at 42, cuz it’s the best number in the universe!)…sometimes my body feels 90, but my brain is still 16 LOL
zandylion
says:Good job on the final edit of PR:S! I know you can make it.
I think you’re pretty talented at both cooking and writing.
Happy Birthday to Julia Child, though I’m rather late.
-Leaving for College
heathercashman
says:Thank you for everything you do for me. XOXO
Tyrean
says:You’re very talented at writing! Love this tribute and your thoughts. 🙂
heathercashman
says:Thanks! She was a remarkable person, and tall like me. Maybe that’s partly why I identify with her.