writers life – INGRID E FABER

My DONE list.

Posted on September 25, 2023 by iefaber

A while back, I wrote about how I gave up on a To-Do list and instead created a “Done” list. Rather than working towards a list of crossed-off items (because, guess what, that list spreads faster than a zombie virus in a B-movie), I work towards a list comprised of accomplishments. There is nothing to cross out, just things to add. I don’t write down this list; I simply acknowledge any productive (or meaningful) moment of my day. I wanted to follow up on that concept and report its success.

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On Writing

Acceptance vs Expectance

Posted on April 4, 2022May 9, 2022 by iefaber

Last month I wanted a change, so I chopped off my hair. I had hair down my entire back, and now it barely covers my ears. It’s certainly changed, but it’s not cute. In fact, it’s an absolutely terrible home haircut. I should be more upset. Or, ideally, I should love the “new me .” Instead I simply have something new to dislike when I look in the mirror.

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On Writing

It’s ok to not write.

Posted on January 17, 2022May 9, 2022 by iefaber

Looking at writing differently this year.

Forgive me as I spew out some old ideas in an attempt to inspire myself. There’s so much advice for writers that it’s hard to figure out which is best.
This feels like cleaning out a closet. When looking for old clothes to donate, you find items you forgot you had. Perhaps you were saving them for a special occasion that never happened. In this way, I am trying to figure out what works for me as a writer and human.
I read somewhere or heard somewhere, I wish I could remember, about how this day in age is too focused on productivity. We even have to monetize our hobbies when hobbies are supposed to be a free form of expression, a way to not be work, a way to reconnect with ourselves. I know this is why I lost my vibe in writing. Not that I was trying to monetize, but I was trying to prioritize it in all the wrong ways.

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Living Life, Random Thoughts

New Year, New Decade, Same Me.

Posted on January 4, 2020May 9, 2022 by iefaber

“Be sure to poop before midnight so you don’t carry your old sh*+ with you into the new year.”

A bit much? Perhaps, but really there are just some things we can’t control. It’s a New Year AND a New Decade and everyone is filled with motivation for self-improvement and success, but what of those who are not or cannot? Some things aren’t as easily shed, some pasts, some habits, some hurts, are not as simple to dispose of. Continue reading “New Year, New Decade, Same Me.” →

Book Nerd Stuff

PAGE CHALLENGE

Posted on January 19, 2019May 9, 2022 by iefaber

I originally found this challenge on the blog of Confessions of a YA Reader but it is being hosted by Book Dragon’s Lair. This is perfect! I am one of those people who feels guilty about spending any “me time”. If I have free time it should be spent on chores, errands, extra work for my day job, etc. I have guilt issues when it comes to hobbies, especially anti-social ones like writing and reading. So yes, this is perfect. It will also tie in nicely to the cyber book club I’ve decided to follow hosted by MG Book Village. I joined Twitter just for this purpose.

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