I wonder what would happen if the words, even the concept or possibility of, ‘if only’ didn’t exist in any language. And while I’m at it, how about throwing in phrases and expressions like: I could have, I should have, maybe, possibly, perhaps, suppose, what if…
I’ve realized over the years that I can be pretty intense at times, especially when I’m in the middle of writing a book and my mind is mulling over plot, tone, character etc. etc. I’m also one of those people who worry way too much. I used to believe that dwelling on problems and trying to figure out possible outcomes would give me some control over my life.
It’s amazing how many times I thought of giving up on the idea of writing. When rejections came pouring in
Khalil Gibran had it right when he wrote:Your children are not your childrenThey are the sons and daughters of Life’s