tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post1666886240914850966..comments2024-03-27T01:07:03.944-04:00Comments on The Roses of Prose: New Year - New Life by Alison HendersonAlison Hendersonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12725250883303287946noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-41594242427329312282013-01-07T15:23:26.604-05:002013-01-07T15:23:26.604-05:00When I was laid off in 2003, I decided to rethink ...When I was laid off in 2003, I decided to rethink what I might do with my time. Like you, I couldn't spend all my time writing, so I spent part of the "free" time job hunting, part of it writing, and part of it investigating other options.<br /><br />As it turned out, I found a great job in 6 months (where I am today), but I think that lay-off helped prepare me for retirement, whenever that may be. I'm sure I'll do something like you're doing except I'll probably not focus so much on the writing side since I'll probably still be writing as much as I am now (3 or 4 books a year).<br /><br />But I can see myself working at a casino, or volunteering for a humane group, or doing newsletters for charities or ... I'm keeping a list of what I may want to do when that time comes.<br /><br />I completely understand your need to leave the old life on a positive note in order to start the new life correctly. Sounds like you're on the right path. Good luck and when your new business ventures are up & going, keep us posted!<br /><br /><br /><br />J Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04016624838926050085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-73116730156108396072013-01-06T16:28:28.003-05:002013-01-06T16:28:28.003-05:00Congratulations on turning lemons to lemonade.Congratulations on turning lemons to lemonade.Barbara Edwardshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10379534828904059584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-44354774668862894122013-01-06T08:32:26.119-05:002013-01-06T08:32:26.119-05:00Brave and courageous! You're gonna do great!Brave and courageous! You're gonna do great! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06339358428805830235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-48181759387336516172013-01-05T20:38:16.774-05:002013-01-05T20:38:16.774-05:00Good luck, Alison! Onto a brave new world!Good luck, Alison! Onto a brave new world!Christine DePetrillohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00527942532875216883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-87092846739020652972013-01-05T15:50:40.807-05:002013-01-05T15:50:40.807-05:00Good luck, Allison!
I've experienced a few up...Good luck, Allison!<br /><br />I've experienced a few upheavals in my prior life in the business world. I am so happy they happened and now I can write full time. (I do miss the people.)<br /><br />Good luck on your new journey.Nan Dixonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16540907199613341822noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-41159642493197498212013-01-05T14:38:01.609-05:002013-01-05T14:38:01.609-05:00Thanks, Mary. I'm actually pretty stoked abou...Thanks, Mary. I'm actually pretty stoked about it.Alison Hendersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12725250883303287946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-504009399445429122013-01-05T14:37:32.521-05:002013-01-05T14:37:32.521-05:00Roz, you're right about the work situation. Th...Roz, you're right about the work situation. That's why I started the new blog hoping to connect with others in the same boat.Alison Hendersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12725250883303287946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-269458794279302352013-01-05T13:15:54.673-05:002013-01-05T13:15:54.673-05:00Good luck, Alison! Sounds like this will be a goo...Good luck, Alison! Sounds like this will be a good move for you!Mary Strandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09474385811538390044noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-40382778136526347212013-01-05T12:17:55.998-05:002013-01-05T12:17:55.998-05:00Alison, Your work situation seems to be more the ...Alison, Your work situation seems to be more the norm today, sad to say. But it's great you recognize that you have many talents and that while you closed a door, you will open another. Good luck on all of your endeavors, including writing. <br />Rozrozdennyfoxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06506701706951201107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-79344462837719678082013-01-05T11:09:28.792-05:002013-01-05T11:09:28.792-05:00Jannine, I'd love to collaborate on some proje...Jannine, I'd love to collaborate on some projects this year. My services will be very reasonable to friends (i.e. free).Alison Hendersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12725250883303287946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-74591109131893933332013-01-05T11:06:12.087-05:002013-01-05T11:06:12.087-05:00Brenda, you're my inspiration for charging int...Brenda, you're my inspiration for charging into into a new life with humor and energy. I've really enjoyed your updates on life at Tortuga Flats Farm.Alison Hendersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12725250883303287946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-24891991452018200252013-01-05T11:04:35.468-05:002013-01-05T11:04:35.468-05:00Hi, Margo. Even after only one week, I think I'...Hi, Margo. Even after only one week, I think I'm going to end up agreeing with you about this turning out to be a wonderful gift if I handle it right.Alison Hendersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12725250883303287946noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-13923063522410674972013-01-05T10:53:33.134-05:002013-01-05T10:53:33.134-05:00Does NOT sound like a fun weight loss program! Wow...Does NOT sound like a fun weight loss program! Wow, I wish you the best. And you aren't alone in your quirks. I, too, have those itchy editing fingers. I think a lot of writers do. Hmm, another potential cover designer on the horizon. Good news for those of us considering an indie venture.Jannine Gallanthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17692098634695675967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-26299623977237082942013-01-05T09:06:17.847-05:002013-01-05T09:06:17.847-05:00Great post, Alison. Thanks for sharing.Great post, Alison. Thanks for sharing.Brenda Whitesidehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04162555468154752820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9023937099212820339.post-19196303722002377072013-01-05T08:03:38.599-05:002013-01-05T08:03:38.599-05:00Alison,
A similar situation happened to me ten ye...Alison,<br /><br />A similar situation happened to me ten years ago. Like you, I suffered for awhile then decided to accept my gift. And it's been great! Onward!Margo Hoornstrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00036077481652050799noreply@blogger.com