We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.
(Maya Angelou)
(Maya Angelou)
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In our writing, that's why Betas, CP's, and revisions are so important, no?
YES, YES, YES! :D
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND, EVERYONE!
(images: welovebutterflies.com, simplybutterflies.com, true-wildlife.com)
13 comments:
Spot on! Love the quote. Have a great weekend as well!
Great quote. Happy weekend to you, too. Saw HP and it was fantastic. Hope you get to go soon.
LisaDay
What a lovely reminder post. Thank goodness for beta readers. I'm still a caterpillar who's holding out hope.
Oh, yes! The metamorphosis of revision is a wonderful thing! In fact, I haven't read my published book since it went into print, because I can't bear to see things that I might like to change -- and can't. I've heard other authors say the same thing, so at least I know I'm not nuts ...
Dianne, I can totally get that!!!
Beautiful! I loved this post! LOVED IT! Great way to start the weekend :) Happy Friday Christina!
Yes! Great thoughts. They are just what we need to make that beautiful transition.
Lovely, quote (so true) and photos.
Here's another quote for you:
Happiness consists in activity. It is a running stream, not a stagnant pool.
-John Mason Good (writer 1764-1827)
You have a wonderful weekend as well!!
I understand the analogy, but Betas and CP's...not so much, but I'm not an author. ;)
Blueviolet--sorry, talking in code again (doesn't ever profession have that?). Beta Readers and Critique Partners (CP's) are other writers who offer critique on your work!!
I totally agree! And that second picture is BEAUTIFUL. In a holy-cow-I-can't-believe-how-beautiful-that-is kind of way.
That middle picture is absolutely glorious!
Great lesson! Enjoy the weekend!
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