I’ve been stuck for days trying to think of something to write in honor of my first 500 posts. Every draft I attempted came off as bragging when I went back and read it. Then I received a prompt word from Lisa-Jo Baker at Five Minute Friday and suddenly it became clear.
Like all my writing, my blog is at its best when it encourages others. I discover this almost two-and-a half years ago, when I wrote one of my first guest posts for Alise Write! This is how she prefaced my post.
I connected with David on Twitter and he is a great encourager. In a world where people can be most concerned with promoting their own self-interest, it’s a delight to meet someone who encourages others.
I realized the goal of my writing that day, but I constantly need reminding. I get caught up in the details of word count, publishing opportunities, pitching, and platform. I forget the point of my writing—to reach other people. To communicate at a deeper level. Above all, to encourage.
And then I’m reminded again.
I feel grateful to have connected with David Ozab in the Internet world this year. He has been a great encouragement to me as I launched my book out into the world this October, and I love the way he writes about faith and being a stay-at-home Dad.
Addie Zierman wrote this short introduction to my most recent guest post. And that key word returns. Encouragement.
Thank you, Addie, Alise, Lisa-Jo, and my many other colleagues for the regular reminder as to why I write.
And thank you for the encouragement.
So true, David. You are one of the best encouragers out there. Thank you.
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Keep it up, I think if you do things for others and you enjoy it too, the tears just naturally come.
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Hit send before thinking, that’s rewards, not tears, although it could be tears of laughter!
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Stopping by from Kelly Balarie’s linkup. It is so easy to lose sight of why we write sometimes when we get caught up in how many people are reading, getting the words just right, etc. My reason for starting a blog was to encourage and I also need the reminder. Thank you for your timely words.
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3 Cheers for a great encourager! I am so glad that this is who you are. We need more people like you. Keep going strong until you reach 1000 Posts! #raraLinkup
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