Frustrations are endless

After what happened this weekend, I feel like I'm just going through the motions. I was so frustrated with all of my work the last few days that I was about ready to toss it in and get a minimum wage job at Wal-Mart. I've been suffering from a lack of confidence in my writing skills. I've been laughed out of the room. I was even questioned on my qualifications after turning in a few articles. These were not just ordinary articles; I spent a long time working on these because I wanted to be able to have quality work attached to my name. And it was all for nothing.

Because of these frustrations, its hard to work. I spend way too long on articles that do not deserve that type of attention -- they just don't pay that well. I spend most of my day working now, which leaves no time for the work I really want to do. That work has suffered enough anyway, I guess. I've been turned away from plenty of publications so far. What's another dozen going to change?

I have read on more than a few writing blogs that complaining about writing or showing your career in a bad light on your blog will turn customers away. I don't think that's true. I think it shows that the writer is a person and not just an office appliance (which is how I've been feeling lately). It shows that I want to work with customers who recognize my talents and do not think that I'm "just a writer" and I can be treated with less respect than others.

I'm a writer and I deserve respect.

Dreaming about furniture

I received a call about a moving quote this weekend. The lady and I went through all the of the rooms, how big my place is, and what furniture I had. I felt kind of silly telling her what pieces I had because I have very little furniture. And most of it is from Wal-Mart, so it's not standing the test of time. But once I get this move over with, I'm going to start replacing this furniture with some more elegant, rustic furniture. I want my next place to look like a mountain retreat for writers. It might keep me in the mood to work on my novel!

A fine time piece

Have you ever wanted to own a genuine Rolex? I know at one point, I have admired these finely crafted time pieces. Most people will settle for those cheap knock-offs, but there really is no need to do that. Instead, you can go to sites like Best Of Time and check out a selection of pre-owned Rolex watches. And you don’t have to worry about getting fooled either. Best of Time guarantees that the watches 100% authentic and come complete with the proper serial numbers, a new box, and appraisal papers. Just something to get you thinking this morning… It makes me want to replace my $5 Wal-Mart watch!

The High Cost of Low Price

I watched this documentary about Wal-Mart today, and I have to say that I really don't want to shop at Wal-Mart anymore. With all its company greed and terrible, terrible actions, I don't feel that company should be getting my money anymore. The only problem is, I'm strapped for cash for awhile. Wal-Mart has the best prices for all that I need, but now that I know what cost the low price comes from, I don't care if I have to spend a little more to get the same products. At least other stores treat workers and manufacturers fairly (as far as I know).