| Tuesday, January 27, 2004 |
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OK- I figured out how to put pictures here, but I don't know how to make them smaller. I tried several different sizes, but every time I put it in the post it is the same size. Any one know how to fix this?
I just want to say thank you to those of you who leave such inspiring comments. I felt really bad yesterday and the notes and emails were a real pick me up.
I'll tell you what--getting your act together in this biz is hard. I don't care how many books and websites you read, or how prepared you think you are, you're not. After spending countless hours researching, writing, drawing or photographing something you become emotionally attached to it. How can you not? I don't hit the send button until I'm sure something is good and when someone has a different opinion or just doesn't get back to you (leaving your imagination go wild) it is difficult. And when you think you have it under control and can accept these things, someone sends you a couple of curve balls you just weren't ready for and it is strike three, you are out.
I am lucky, because I bounce back fast. I am one of those that has my moment (sometimes it can last a few days), then I brush myself off and get back in the game. All of this makes me look a little unbalanced. But, that is the way it is.
OK, some interesting news (or it might turn out that way):
I have always dreamed of opening a coffee shop/book store. I even drawn my place in journals when I am day dreaming, and I write about it often. I picture a small French cafe type place with an entrance door in the center and large windows on either side. There are cafe style curtains in the window, and a large oval sign hanging next to the door (Dreamer's Cafe or Inspiration or something like that-and it is always in French.) There are small tables outside for good weather, and inside there are comfortable couches or chairs to sit and read. I sell new and used books, and magazines and coffee. I also sell French vanilla cappuccino (the sweet cheap fake kind!) and hot chocolate. It is a place for kids and adults, and if you want to sit on the floor and read, no body will care. I'll have story hour for kids, and book clubs and writing groups for adults and kids.
I have been thinking about my place a lot. I have also been thinking that dreams don't happen unless you do something about it. So I decided to make an effort. There was a small pizza place about 2 miles from my house that every time I drove by, I would say, that is perfect for my bookstore. About a month ago it closed down. Of course, I am no where ready to open this store of mine, so I did nothing.
On Saturday, I was in the store next to the pizza place, and on a whim I asked about it. I got the owner's name and email and I sent him a note of interest. He sent me a nice note with all the info (size, rent, etc.) and said he has a few people interested in it and was planning on renting it very soon, so I would need to let him know if I had a serious interest. Of course, I didn't because I am still in the dreaming stage--no funds to start. I wrote back to him telling him that I was still in the planning stage and thanked him for his time. I didn't want him to think that I was serious. I wrote, "I wish my timing
was better, because every time I look at that building (even when it was
occupied) I think it would the perfect spot."
He responded by saying, "Lets talk. You tell me just where in your planning
you are and if we can work something out. Your type business is of more
interest than other businesses I have been asked to consider."
So you know what, I am going to do it. It won't hurt to meet with the man and who knows what will happen. I just might find a way to make another dream come true.
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posted by Kelly @ 1/27/2004 08:02:00 AM   |
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