Isn't that the core of the Dutch? Don't imagine yourself to be any better or more important than anyone else? It's been holding me down for 57 years and trying to change the mindset is so incredibly hard.
In 2011 and 2014 a publisher published my comic stories about autism. First edition (10.000+ copy's) was sold out within 4 months. The head editor told me I should be signing in bookstores.
I was so bedazzled by the thought that I could only laugh.
Loud.
In his face...
Like he was pulling my leg.
Now, in 2025, I'v (self)published 2 thrillers and 1 novella about dementia. Lowest book review is 3 stars. I competed in several writing competitions and won prizes and awards.
And when my neighbor asks me what I do for a living, my answer is still: 'I'm a housewife'...
Excellent. Just -perfect. Good reminders of what was once probably natural but in this day of (I’m going to call it) toxic productivity, it feels so real!
Oh my, I just teared up a bit reading this. Father Roderick, which I have the honor to know personally, responded to my plight about why it's so hard to recommend your own writing to others without feeling a sort of shame or "cringe" about it. It feels like taking up too much space, asking a lot of time, and then there is the doubt if that time spend would be a worthwhile investment.
His response is so lovingly relatable and heartfelt, it made my heart soar. Thank you so much for your support dear Father Roderick, and to others like us. This is so encouraging to read.
I feel seen and more hopeful about sharing my work. Your advice is very helpful, and I will try and remember (and re-read this!) to feel it.
This just proves to me that being authentic and honest about our struggles, makes for beautiful connections. Thank you for making my day! And please, fellow writers, give this thoughtful response a read.
Isn't that the core of the Dutch? Don't imagine yourself to be any better or more important than anyone else? It's been holding me down for 57 years and trying to change the mindset is so incredibly hard.
In 2011 and 2014 a publisher published my comic stories about autism. First edition (10.000+ copy's) was sold out within 4 months. The head editor told me I should be signing in bookstores.
I was so bedazzled by the thought that I could only laugh.
Loud.
In his face...
Like he was pulling my leg.
Now, in 2025, I'v (self)published 2 thrillers and 1 novella about dementia. Lowest book review is 3 stars. I competed in several writing competitions and won prizes and awards.
And when my neighbor asks me what I do for a living, my answer is still: 'I'm a housewife'...
Excellent. Just -perfect. Good reminders of what was once probably natural but in this day of (I’m going to call it) toxic productivity, it feels so real!
I don’t have my own blog (yet, I hope), but I am noting all this down. It all made so much sense. Thanks!
Oh my, I just teared up a bit reading this. Father Roderick, which I have the honor to know personally, responded to my plight about why it's so hard to recommend your own writing to others without feeling a sort of shame or "cringe" about it. It feels like taking up too much space, asking a lot of time, and then there is the doubt if that time spend would be a worthwhile investment.
His response is so lovingly relatable and heartfelt, it made my heart soar. Thank you so much for your support dear Father Roderick, and to others like us. This is so encouraging to read.
I feel seen and more hopeful about sharing my work. Your advice is very helpful, and I will try and remember (and re-read this!) to feel it.
This just proves to me that being authentic and honest about our struggles, makes for beautiful connections. Thank you for making my day! And please, fellow writers, give this thoughtful response a read.
Go girl!