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Michelle Reeves's avatar

Oh Kate, my friend, I needed this as I pick up the draft of the third book in a series! Thank you for these excellent tips and your your kind words about the Brush Notes community 💚

Aniela York's avatar

Oh, sending you all the best of luck for the third book. Having read the first two I have only faith in the third not only being good enough, but being a glorious end to the trilogy. And I echo everything about the wonderful, beautiful Brush Notes community. I was so sad to miss last night but hopefully I'll be well next time 🤞♥️🥰

Michelle Reeves's avatar

Thank you Aniela - and you were missed yesterday! 💚

Aniela York's avatar

Thankyou so much for saying that 🥰♥️

Kate Tremills's avatar

Oh I am so glad!! And I hear that. I will be using these, too, as I move forward with my sequel. I love it! ❤️

emme living's avatar

A-f$#%*-men!

Kate Tremills's avatar

Yahoo, Emme!!! Best comment ever! 😆🧡🎉🥂

Erin Pyper, MSW's avatar

“Choosing the project you’re committed to is a bit like falling in love. But true love ~ the kind that scares you a little. Because you know it’s not going to be easy.” I find that part relatable.

Maria Hanley's avatar

I love this so much. And it's exactly what I need right now! As I face down my fourth draft, I remind myself I have come too far to jump ship only because it's straight up hard some days. In the meantime, I'm off to spark some joy.💫

Aniela York's avatar

I adore you saying it's like true love, the kind that requires you to be vulnerable and brave. Yes! It is love, and it loves you back, but it's also hard. Such a beautiful analogy, Kate ♥️

Kate Tremills's avatar

Thank you so much, lovely Aniela! I am delighted that analogy spoke to your heart. It truly feels that way to me when I work on an expansive project. I admire how artists pour their love for the world and for people into what they make. You are a treasure. 🌸🩵

Aniela York's avatar

Of course! I feel the same, lovely Kate! I can only work by pouring my heart and soul into it. But it's real love: that requires work, loyalty, trust, consistently showing up. It's not an infatuation. Sending love ♥️

Kate Tremills's avatar

You are such a star!! ⭐️ Sending love right back 🧡💚❤️

Michelle R. Smith, LIMHP's avatar

Excellent tips for remaining in love with a long-term project!

Kate Tremills's avatar

Thank you so much, Michelle! I appreciate that! And I hope they’re inspiring.

Michelle R. Smith, LIMHP's avatar

Yes, definitely!