Goodnight and Gods Bless
2012 was a roller coaster year for me. On the up side, I released two books and four short stories. I’m wrapping up edits on the final book in my trilogy and look forward to sharing JUST BREATHE with readers on January 8, 2013.
On the “Life sucks” side of things, I lost my dad to cancer in July. I battled intermittent bouts of depression. Debilitating self-esteem issues continue to haunt me.
It’s clear that some things need to change in order for me to be a happy person, and I’m the only one who can make those changes.
In taking a critical look at my year, I’ve come to the following conclusions:
- I spend too much time online and not enough on writing.
- I need to start focusing on myself and stop worrying about everyone else.
- I am ready to be the best selling author I think I can be.
This will be my last personal post on “Life Is but a Dream.” Once the JUST BREATHE tour (January 20 – February 20) concludes, I’m shutting down this blog permanently.
Starting January 1, 2013, I will focus solely on writing. I want people to take me seriously as an author, so I guess it’s time to pull up the big girl undies, quit whining like a bitch, and get to work. Talking about books won’t sell books. I need to write them.
It’s time for me to grow up.
To everyone who’s hung out with me here the last few years, THANK YOU. I appreciate you all so much and wish you the best in 2013 and beyond.
- Kendall
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17 Comments to “Goodnight and Gods Bless”
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By Andrea Thompson, December 21, 2012 @ 9:52 pm
I love your blog. I’m sad, but I understand.
Write your heart out, luv.
By Kendall Grey, December 21, 2012 @ 9:58 pm
Thanks, Andrea. I appreciate your support. :-)
By Steph, December 21, 2012 @ 10:14 pm
I only found your blog a couple months ago when I first read Inhale. Good luck with all your endevours! I hope you continue to write and follow your dreams.
I so enjoy your Twitter rants – please tell me you will continue those.
Steph
By Kendall Grey, January 2, 2013 @ 10:02 am
Thanks, Steph! I’m sure I’ll still rant occasionally on Twitter. ;-) Stay tuned.
By Stephanie Jackson, December 21, 2012 @ 10:55 pm
This is inspiring for SO many reasons. I’m a jewelry maker, painter and an aspiring writer. Art in all forms has been my life’s blood for as long as I could remember. I started writing my own book and got down the first few chapters when I lost my dad one morning. That was the most traumatic experience of my life. I was helpless and even though I wasn’t alone, it felt like I was. After that I just shut down. Almost a year and a half later, and I haven’t done a single creative thing. I even blamed myself for a while since I was the only one in the house with medical training. When he died, a part of myself died with him. But artists like you have resurrected the creative desire in my heart. I even got back to writing my own book :)
I’m so sorry about your dad. I know exactly what you must have had to go through, and the fact that you were able to write such amazing stories is just astonishing. I know what I say might not help the self esteem issues, but you are truly an inspiration. I hope things start to look up for you in 2013.
We’ll miss your blogs!
By Kendall Grey, January 2, 2013 @ 10:08 am
Oh, Stephanie! This story breaks my heart. I’m so sorry for your loss. I feel the same pain of loss, and I know how absolutely DEBILITATING it can be. If you’re not careful, it can drown you.
I hope in 2013 you find your artist’s drive again. Sounds like you are already back on track. YAY! I wish you the best in your writing and other creative endeavors. Sometimes I think we can use the pain to help push through some creative roadblocks, and maybe in the end, we come out the better for it. Maybe.
Love and many warm hugs to you. Thanks for sharing your story here!
K
By Stephanie Jackson, January 3, 2013 @ 6:51 pm
Thanks Kendall! All the best to you in 2013!
By Cyndi Tefft, December 22, 2012 @ 3:01 pm
I’m sorry to hear of your dad’s passing and for the troubles you’ve had this year. I hope that you find your groove and get great joy from writing next year. Being a great writer isn’t about being a bestseller. It’s about loving what you do and learning to improve every time you do it.
*hug*
Cyndi
By Kendall Grey, January 2, 2013 @ 10:09 am
You are so right, Cyndi. I hope I’ll always come away from each new book having learned something new. Thanks for your support, and Happy New Year!
By Amy @ Book Loving Mom, December 22, 2012 @ 5:20 pm
I will miss your blog, but I totally understand. You are an amazing writer and I can’t wait to read more of your books!! I hope that you are able to focus on your writing. Also be sure to take care of you!! That’s important to. You know I love you hon!! You are amazing!!!
By Kendall Grey, January 2, 2013 @ 10:11 am
Thanks for EVERYTHING, my sweet friend! I’ll miss blogging, but at the same time, I need to focus on writing books right now. Thank you for walking this crazy path with me. People like you make the journey totally worth it!
By Rebecca, December 23, 2012 @ 3:08 pm
I found your 1st book yesterday & I’m reading the 2nd today! REALLY enjoying your writing style &the characters.
By Kendall Grey, January 2, 2013 @ 10:12 am
Hey Rebecca! YAY for finding my books. HAHA! I’m really glad you’re liking the storyline so far. Less than a week now to JUST BREATHE. Woo hoo! Thanks for stopping by. :-)
By Inhale Fan Girl, January 10, 2013 @ 8:27 am
Hey, my friend,
I’m with you. Whenever you want company writing, drop me a line.
By Kendall Grey, January 10, 2013 @ 8:33 am
I will! Thanks, girl! When the dust settles from JUST BREATHE, I’ll be back in the saddle. Next week, I hope!
By Mirely, January 15, 2013 @ 4:53 pm
I know I’m a bit late on this one… Blog or no blog you are one of my favorite people and always will be. You are also an amazing writer. You think you haven’t written as much as you want but you released two novels and four ephemeras in 2012. That is pretty impressive. We are all proud of you and most of all your papa.
By Kendall Grey, January 15, 2013 @ 5:01 pm
I love you, Mirely. You are one of my fave people too. Thanks for being with me on this crazy trek. You’ve been monumentally awesome for organizing the blog tour, pimping my books, and just being generally awesome. *Huge* hugs to you, my friend! You’re the best!