Self-employment

A friend dropped these beautiful flowers off yesterday. She knew I had a rough day last week, and she wanted to tell me I was wonderful. What a great Monday!

I think I'll learn more and more how important a support system is, as a freelance writer. These flowers reminded me that eventhough I'm in this by myself in some ways, I'm not alone. And even though writing is my calling, it doesn't define me, and it's not my identity.

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I'm here. It's like moving in. I'm unpacking my boxes, setting up the place, making it feel more like home. Someone should really bring me freshly baked cookies.

This Web site is like my first house. I'm on my own for the first time -- no more bosses, staff meetings, potluck lunches, happy hours. I'm self-employed, and this site proves it.

As I settle in, there will be some rearranging. What does this blog need to look like? What can I offer readers that no one else can? How will my passions feed this space?

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