Time

“The two most powerful warriors are patience and time.” -Tolstoy

I couldn’t find a better quote to show how I am feeling today. I’ve hit the point in my #wip that I am about to go in this in unknown phase, and it scares me. I feel excited about querying, but also apprehensive. I am by nature not very patient, but if writing a novel has taught me anything, it’s that patience is your friend. I don’t want to query before I am ready, but will I ever actually feel ready?

I wanted to participate in #PitDark this week, but I am waiting on feedback, therefore I’m not ready. It was a hard decision to come to, and I really had to check myself. Often times I want something to happen in my time and it ends up not being the right time. The last thing I want to do is lose my chance with an agent because I wasn’t patient, which is my struggle. Thankfully, I have an AMAZING writing friend who gives the best advice, and a husband who is honest and supportive. They reminded me that it will happen when it’s the right time and when it’s ready.

If I’ve learned anything from this whole experience of being a writer, it's PATIENCE. Agents are busy, and their slush piles are growing each day. I won’t let my one opportunity to wow an agent be ruined by my lack of patience. I will use this time to grow my writing, my relationships with my family, and myself. Have a blessed day and leave a comment if you need some prayer!