tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post7385464383364931516..comments2024-03-28T07:01:27.429-04:00Comments on Elizabeth Seckman, Author: Dreams of the Crazy Cat Lady Elizabeth Seckmanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-299497960967733552017-09-15T17:56:11.069-04:002017-09-15T17:56:11.069-04:00It goes to how that it's in our genes, right S...It goes to how that it's in our genes, right Sheena-kay?Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-4608275221002174802017-09-13T19:17:23.187-04:002017-09-13T19:17:23.187-04:00I found out after my paternal grandfather died tha...I found out after my paternal grandfather died that he had trained to be a writer. I was given his training text books and it helped me better self teach myself to write. I was a teen at the time and was really touched to learn I wasn't the only one aspiring to write in my family. Sorry about your mother and grandma sounded like quite a gal. Never give up on dreaming Liz. That song was lovely and made me bop.Sheena-kay Grahamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17712661419116636671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-74273586866201181262017-09-13T13:05:02.950-04:002017-09-13T13:05:02.950-04:00I said at her funeral that it would take a book or...I said at her funeral that it would take a book or more to describe my mother. She was as unique a character as the world provided. <br /><br />And you're right, it's hard to do HEA pr even be a positive, uplifting blogger when you're feeling sad. But then, after a bit, you're reminded that the ones you lose never really leave you-- there right there in the memories and the quirks you've picked up over the years. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-50885580213037356432017-09-12T11:18:07.753-04:002017-09-12T11:18:07.753-04:00It's darned near impossible to tap the optimis...It's darned near impossible to tap the optimistic HEA writer inside of you when you're still grieving, but in time, she'll rise to the top again. Maybe you could write something about your mother... just for yourself. It'd give you an outlet for some of what you're feeling and might speed up the healing process. <br /><br />It's such a blessing that one of the songs your grandmother wrote was played at your wedding. That's such a beautiful sentimental thing, I fully expect to see something along those lines in one of your next books. <br /><br />This was a super post. Thanks for sharing.Susan Flett Swiderskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09425315552148200073noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-57800948086414476412017-09-11T19:16:46.435-04:002017-09-11T19:16:46.435-04:00I always tell people to never compare themselves t...I always tell people to never compare themselves to others-- then I turn around and do it. It's the worst. And I agree-- saving cats is a worthwhile venture. Had she been running an organized shelter, she'd have been given an award. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-74833650859411342122017-09-11T19:15:15.906-04:002017-09-11T19:15:15.906-04:00Hugs, Jo. And thanks for the email. You truly are ...Hugs, Jo. And thanks for the email. You truly are the best. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-65823819917810406402017-09-11T09:56:34.259-04:002017-09-11T09:56:34.259-04:00Wow, what a great story. It's hard to measure ...Wow, what a great story. It's hard to measure our success sometimes, especially if we keep comparing ourselves against the pinnacle. Sometimes you have to consider the dregs below you as well. Then again, taking care of cats is a lovely and noble thing to do. I feed all strays that come my way if possible.Tamara Narayanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03725262301091012950noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-13820647959850803782017-09-08T23:01:26.652-04:002017-09-08T23:01:26.652-04:00I am sorry you are finding things difficult after ...I am sorry you are finding things difficult after the loss of your mom. Your grandma's an inspiration.Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14087140585742801854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-64819958201705274692017-09-08T14:49:57.206-04:002017-09-08T14:49:57.206-04:00You're right, Nas. If only to take time to bun...You're right, Nas. If only to take time to bundle up some energy!Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-59939439493314192232017-09-08T14:48:54.206-04:002017-09-08T14:48:54.206-04:00You know, in my child eyes, my grandmother was one...You know, in my child eyes, my grandmother was one of the happy people. When my brothers and sisters and I would visit, it was like we were royalty and the red carpet was rolled out. She was never a rich woman, but in some ways, I think she understood the value of things better than anyone I ever knew. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-12926174209577007102017-09-08T14:46:46.963-04:002017-09-08T14:46:46.963-04:00Prayers for continued health for your mom. How luc...Prayers for continued health for your mom. How lucky you are to have your grandmother's anecdotes. I have one surviving diary of my mother's. I know she kept more, but I don't think she kept them. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-58378808487750025372017-09-08T14:45:16.775-04:002017-09-08T14:45:16.775-04:00It's a deal, Tyrean!! I'll stick with it i...It's a deal, Tyrean!! I'll stick with it if you do!Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-59461525169171738522017-09-08T14:44:43.240-04:002017-09-08T14:44:43.240-04:00I'm glad you found your way back too. :)I'm glad you found your way back too. :)Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-31709009282824857392017-09-08T14:44:07.359-04:002017-09-08T14:44:07.359-04:00Life has a tendency to make major shifts and we ha...Life has a tendency to make major shifts and we have no other option but to go with the flow and look for the best. I tell my kids that sort of thing too!Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-81322515257796041022017-09-08T14:42:32.847-04:002017-09-08T14:42:32.847-04:00Perfect word- nurture. And when writing or creatin...Perfect word- nurture. And when writing or creating is what brings us joy, it really is the best place to turn, but if we don't care for that spark, it's easy to let it die out. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-90133618938292375142017-09-08T14:41:15.254-04:002017-09-08T14:41:15.254-04:00I do not ever want to have to walk in your shoes! ...I do not ever want to have to walk in your shoes! That is definitely a one foot in front of the other situation. Hopefully things are all better now. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-47873632144890529862017-09-08T14:39:39.214-04:002017-09-08T14:39:39.214-04:00Hugs, Natalie. I can't imagine how hard that i...Hugs, Natalie. I can't imagine how hard that is. Keep writing though. I think it's a good salve for the soul. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-57713316358474380902017-09-08T14:38:52.250-04:002017-09-08T14:38:52.250-04:00Thanks for stopping by!Thanks for stopping by!Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-88508163245951717802017-09-08T14:38:33.520-04:002017-09-08T14:38:33.520-04:00I think getting beaten up by life is part of the w...I think getting beaten up by life is part of the writer journey-- at least we all seem to have that in common. :)<br /><br />I hope life is treating you better, Chrys. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-83120108087052251752017-09-08T14:37:25.733-04:002017-09-08T14:37:25.733-04:00Giving up is one of the easiest things to do. And ...Giving up is one of the easiest things to do. And easy is hardly ever good for you. Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-47369826520220019252017-09-08T14:36:39.747-04:002017-09-08T14:36:39.747-04:00I do enjoy daydreaming!!I do enjoy daydreaming!!Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-23553775445306759062017-09-08T14:36:17.698-04:002017-09-08T14:36:17.698-04:00Manure is great fertilizer, right?Manure is great fertilizer, right?Elizabeth Seckmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00045076826326574984noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-26025085511258022742017-09-08T04:05:43.619-04:002017-09-08T04:05:43.619-04:00Hugs Elizabeth.
Loss in any was is devastating an...Hugs Elizabeth.<br /><br />Loss in any was is devastating and you have to take time to grieve it in your way. All the best!Nas https://www.blogger.com/profile/08341843048288374472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-23244994975108321642017-09-07T22:34:59.829-04:002017-09-07T22:34:59.829-04:00That was an awesome letter to keep your dreams ali...That was an awesome letter to keep your dreams alive. Too bad she let life get in the way. Although I'm sure she loved all her family (and cats) equally as much as she loved her writing. Perhaps she just traded one dream for another.<br /><br />The older I get, the more I understand how easy it is to prioratize everything but the creative dreams.<br /><br />I hope you take counsel from this encouraging letter your grandmother received and hold onto your writing dreams. You never know what kind of awesome can happen; like inspiring your own future grandchildren. Life is a circle, after all.dolorahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08715849844092553699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2115704751652270450.post-47319703872499448542017-09-07T16:04:12.585-04:002017-09-07T16:04:12.585-04:00My grandmother is gone too, Elizabeth, and I miss ...My grandmother is gone too, Elizabeth, and I miss her. She wrote little anecdotes about her cat and her kids. My Mom was diagnosed with bladder cancer this year. She survived the treatment, thank you God. <br /><br />It's nice to have her song to remember her by. You all are in my prayers.<br />Victoria Marie Leeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05294868315757138169noreply@blogger.com