A year ago I lost my purr.
At the time, I didn’t think of it that way. I was suffering the side effects of a concussion. All summer long I’d been unable to enjoy the activities that helped me feel fulfilled.
- Limited screen time, which meant little to no computer/TV/Kindle/phone usage.
- Reading was difficult because of eye strain and blur.
- I mean, really, even thinking was a chore.
What’s a writer-woman to do?
I rocked on the front porch, feeling constrained and de-constructed.
I pouted – perturbed and pessimistic that perhaps I would never feel perky again.
I had definitely lost my purr.
But as I slowly stopped feeling sorry for myself and ceased the noise inside my head, I began to listen to the sounds all around me.
The cheeps of the birds.
The chirps of the chipmunks.
The whir from the hummers’ wings.
The whoosh from the squirrels.
I grabbed a piece of notebook paper and wrote a simple poem. A haiku (5/7/5), because at that time that’s all I could do.
My mind is awhirl
As mom nature twirls and swirls
Releasing my woes.
With the release of worry (would I ever be “me” again?) I began to think of our purr. Yours and mine. What releases us from anxiety and ache and angst?
What makes us purr like a contented cat?
And that’s when I began to write my story MOLLY FINDS HER PURR.
Sure, it’s a children’s story. Purr-fect for kids ages 3 to 8. And for those 38 and 68 and 88 and more.
Because really, we all want to find our purr.
Pub date: MOLLY FINDS HER PURR. October 15, 2019. Available at Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
Pre-order for discount at Borgo Publishing by October 14.
Now tell me, what makes YOU purr?
Love the video. Glad you got your purr back and congratulations and good luck with the book.
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Thanks, Mary!
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Fantastic Pamela and put you in the diary for a new book promotion on 27th September.. Congratulations and looks like a lovely book.. hugsx
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That’s lovely, Sally. As always, your generosity with authors is unprecedented, and super appreciated.
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what a wonderful comeback = love the book concept
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Your words make me purrrrrrrrrr. ❤
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And what’s a cat without a purr?? So glad you got yours back! It is interesting the appreciation we gain for something we take for granted, when we lose it! Love the title and concept of the book. Congratulations on the purr and the book!
Peta
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You are so right, Peta. As a creative, I never imagined what it would be like to lose my creative edge (I know you appreciate that, with your painting and photography and writing creativity). I give thanks that my purr is back, and that it inspired me to write this book. ❤
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I’m so glad you found, or rather, regained, your purr. I know with concussions, the brain needs to rest, but at the same time, it seems that rest helped it to build new connections. Best of luck with your new book, Pam! My little purring boy is resting beside me (sleeping off breakfast). 😉
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I love seeing the photos of your purring boy on Instagram and your blog, Merril. Another good point is that when we’re with someone (human or animal of any kind) who purrs, we learn to purr back.
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Congratulations, Pam! Getting my hands on your book will definitely make me purr. I’m so relieved you’re feeling like your old self, again. Loved the video! ❤
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The birds in the video are showing the “bird” way of purring – singing their hearts out! I’m so glad I’m my “old self” again too, although perhaps we can take away the adjective “old.” 🙂 🙂 🙂
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So pleased you got your purr back and also found Molly’s, Listening to Mother Nature does that, for me my purr is the most content when I am out in the allotment like this morning for three hours, picking the dried beans from the dwarf bean rows that are now dried ready for next years seed.. Clearing the weeds hoeing the earth, smelling the damp soil as it started to rain… Then coming home contented to know another little bit of work on the plot has been accomplished..
It must have been very hard when you were used to using the computer Pam, so happy that note book was handy.. Purrrrrrfect.. Molly the same colouring almost exactly to my old cat she graced us with her company for 21 yrs.. 🙂
Have a fabulous weekend and the book looks amazing.. for ALL ages.. 🙂
Much love
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Gardening is an amazing way to connect with ourselves through nature, Sue. I even like deadheading flowers and (don’t tell anyone) stroking their leaves and petals with love. Purrrrrrrr.
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That is the best connection ever and shussssh I talk to my plants too 🙂
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P.S. My illustrator chose Molly’s colors based on the cat who lived with her for many, many years. ❤
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Wonderful to know she too had a long relationship with her beloved cat.. 🙂
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I’m now sat here listening to the birds singing! I’m pleased you got your purr back and congratulations on your new book.
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Aren’t these bird sounds amazing? Their song makes me feel contented and relaxed, like a cat WATCHING those birds through the window. 🙂 So glad you’ve come over to visit me. Please do so again! ❤
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Yes I’m sure I will be back for a read. Thankyou!
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The story behind the story is just as fascinating. What a terrific way to make lemonade out of lemons.Congratulations on your newest book!! September is a great month for new releases.
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September – new beginnings, new season, and lots of reasons to purr. Hope you’re having a glorious Spain September, Darlene, as you celebrate the release of YOUR book. xo
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Many congratulations Pamela. Your new book looks delightful. I am so glad you have your purr back.
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I know now that we don’t realize how much we purr, and how important it is, until we’ve “lost” it. ❤
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I empathise. I lost my ability to write… think… read… after a virus ripped through my brain and destroyed untold synapses (correction, the virus didn’t, the meds to kill the virus did). It took me about 6 months to re-engage and learn to write. In many ways, my blog, and the novel I’m currently prepping to e-pub around Christmas/New Year, came out of that.
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You are an amazing example of pushing through a disease/disability and making it on your own terms, patiently, and successfully. And through all this, you found your purr, Crispina!
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This is a great story, Pam. Inspiration can come from the most unusual places. Glad you got your purr back.
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When we’re in the midst of a setback, it’s hard to believe that we’ll get through it. That we’ll be not only okay, but maybe even “better.” Listening to nature, stopping, BEing, that helps big time. Thanks much, Pete.
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Sometimes from out of our deepest and darkest moments, Miracles arise that we ourselves create. Without this experience you would not be who you are today. I’m glad you are feeling better, Pam!! xo
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What you say is true, AmyRose, but it’s also true that when we’re in the ‘thick’ of it, sometimes we can’t see the light through that fog. But I must have had a glimmer of hope and faith throughout the year; otherwise, I wouldn’t have been able to create and find Molly…and both of our purrs. ❤
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You really need to take a bow to yourself for creating Molly. What a glorious way to validate your deep and dark time. I don’t think you will ever forget how Molly was created. Ever!
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So glad you got your purr back, Pam. I know how hard it was for you last summer, and I’m thrilled that you’re writing again. Sometimes it takes something drastic to make us sit down and really listen to what’s happening in the air around us.
I’ve preordered your new book and I can’t wait!!
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I hope I’ve learned that lesson, Amy. And I’ve seen friends “made to” stop with broken bones or illness and I’ve seen how they recover by listening to their inner voice that insists “you need to just be now, just be.” May we all hear that voice before something chaotic/dramatic happens. Sit. Listen. Be.
I can’t wait to hear what you think of Molly when the book is mailed to you. Biting nails…. 🙂
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I have a feeling I’m going to love it.
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Hi Pam, You remind me of hindsight. You also make me think of the story behind the story. You are right, we are all ultimately children wanting to find our purr:) A lovely post. Glad you are feeling better. Thank you for sharing:)
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Haha, yes, I prefer foresight to hindsight, but that doesn’t come as easily. I like the idea of a story within a story, and when I meet people I often wonder, what’s your REAL story? As writers, I suppose that’s what we search for most. And when I “discovered” Molly in my healing brain, my first question was, “what are you searching for, Molly. What’s your story?” ❤
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You gave me goosebumps, Pam, reading your response in what is your REAL story. By now, I know that everyone has layers to their life. Yet, I am still surprised, amazed, shocked sometimes by someone’s life experiences – a yesterday story too sensitive and respecting privacy to share. A good reminder. I look forward to getting a hard copy of this book. I have children from the ages of one to eighty in my life that would enjoy it!
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Wrapping you in much <3, Pamela. Congratulations on Molly Finds Her Purr and your lovely video. Nature, creativity and you; an unbeatable combination. ❤
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Nature and Creativity, I’m finding, go hand in hand. Or should I say, heart to heart? Here’s a <3-felt thanks to you. xo
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❤️ For you, lovely Pam ❤️
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Congratulations, Pam! Another story straight from your heart!
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The heart and head combined seem to make the best stories, don’t they Becky? I know yours do.
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Congrats on finding your groove again Pam. I’m sure your new book is a delight. I find my purr in nature. That could be watching, listening, walking or simply being.
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“Finding your groove” – I love the expression, Brad. An oldie but goodie, and when you think about it, the same thing as “finding your purr.” Many, many thanks for your insight. Hope you’re walking or watching Nature somewhere today. That’s where the answers come forth.
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Thanks Pam. My groove is a little rough. Maybe I need more nature time. 🙂
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Nature can ‘sand us down’ a bit, make it all smoother.
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The sources of your inspiration during that difficult time—birds, chipmunks and squirrels—are regularly and heartlessly murdered by cats.
Just sayin’.
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MIKE – you are incorrigible. Or should that be, inCATigible.
P.S. And yet, you are quoted in the back cover of the book as enjoying MOLLY THE CAT. Molly takes that as an extremely wonderful compliment, considering your, um, cat-displeasure.
❤
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Molly deserves my praise—even though I had to deliver it though gritted teeth.
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THANKS! (I think.) 🙂
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Congratulations on the book. I like the name Molly (my wife’s name) Glad your purr is back.
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Well then, I got the character’s name in my book just right! To the wonderful Mollys in the world… ❤
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Yes. They are wonderful.
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I am so glad you got your purr back and congratulations on your new book. I can’t wait to get it,
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Thank you, Gerlinde. I can’t wait for you to meet Molly. I hope the book makes you purr. 🙂
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I think everyone will be able to relate to losing their purr at some time, and finding it again is such a relief. Congratulations on your new book, Pam. I hope you sell a bazillion copies.
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Thanks, Anneli. Yes, I think we all feel like we’ve lost our purr at some time or another. And then we realize how important it is to find it again! Hope you’re having a purr-fect weekend. xo
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I am, thank you. No hurricanes here. Hope you’ve weathered the storm well.
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GOOD! No, we had just a bit of wind, although Cape Cod and particularly Nantucket, they had buckets of rain and high tide. That Dorian was a doozy. Here’s to soft weather ahead. xo
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You could always move to the west coast. 😉
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A dream of mine….. ❤
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I’ve lost my purr many times in life, but it does come back in its own way. I’m looking forward your new book. It’s sound purr-fic.
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I’m wondering if your purr sounds different when it’s been lost and then find its way back. Mine can be soft or then, on really good days, quite loud! 🙂
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Good question. My purr comes back differently each time, but perhaps the difference is refinement not reinvention 🤔
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Ohhhh, a REFINED purr. I like that! 🙂
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Who can dislike those bird sounds?
So very glad you got your purr back…
And congrats on the book!!
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Something soothing about bird song – I can listen to it all day long. But then again, I guess a cat can too! 🙂
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It is indeed so very lovely.
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My granddaughter, a book lover already, will be 5 on your publication day, so my pre-order is in for her. She will undoubtedly be delighted and will be explaining to everyone how to get their purr back.
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I’m so pleased that you’re planning on giving MOLLY FINDS HER PURR to your granddaughter! I think she’ll be delighted upon reading and finding out how Molly retrieves her purr. I think you will be too. Many, many thanks. ❤
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It sounds lovely, Pam. I will have to wait until it is available on Amazon.
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Thanks Robbie – here’s purring to you from my part of the world to yours. xo
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What a soft, furry image as the backdrop for a devastating event in your life. Right now, I’m in over-load (temporarily) and listening to the soothing sounds of nature. Thanks for the video – and for the reminder to live in the moment. We writers must take care of ourselves. Right?
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We writers understand what our writer-fellows go through. I understand your overload and yet great excitement, also, on your book launch and speaking tour. Can’t wait to hear (read) all about it. In the meantime, listen to the bird video every once in a while to bring your blood pressure to a purr. xo
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Perfect prescription… ❤ xo
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Ahhhh, so right, Bette. Great comment. xo
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Congratulations Pam, I am sure your new book is as beautiful as Birds of Paradise. What a purr…fect way to get your purr back!
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Yes, Balroop, I think Molly Finds Her Purr is as beautiful as Birds of Paradise, since I used the same magnificent illustrator. She had to be even more creative since my story added a number more animals. The fun news is that Bert and Bessie from Birds of Paradise show up in a few pages of the new book. 🙂 I send you a huge purr of thanks. xo
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Nature has freed me from the ‘blahs’ at many stages in my life. I am glad that you found your ‘Purrr’ with a double dose of inspiration in nature and were able to create a children’s story as a result. Congratulations on the forthcoming publication.
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Yes, the “new” news about how walking in the forest cures many ills is not a surprise to most of us. Nature is balm and calm for the soul. xo
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As always, I had to go to your blog to find your post from today!!! I’m excited for the release of your new children’s book. I hope it is a big success!! The men in my life make me “purr”. I would be lost without them!!! Have a great weekend…p.s. Thanks for the transplant anniversary card…23 years and still going strong!!
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Thought of you all “transplant day,” and grateful for your life. Yes, your guy and your son certainly help you purr loudly and happily.
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I love how the subject and title came to you — so no time wasted last year. This is an important story for kids! Congratulations with you upcoming release!
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I think I learned a big lesson here. I was so sure (while feeling sorry for myself) that indeed, I could get nothing “accomplished” while sitting on the front porch, unable to “do.” How wrong I was. Thanks for the congrats! Molly’s main message is the necessity for friends (of all purr-suasions) to find a purr.
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Have read/reviewed Birds of Paradise. It’s in my draft box. Loved it! Will let you know when I will run it — begin my move soon.
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YIPPEE! Wonderful news. I’m so glad you loved Bert & Bessie, Patricia. Now, good luck with your move. xoxoxo
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Congrats! I’m so looking forward to this!
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I’m hoping Mozart approves!!
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I am so sorry that you lost your purr but it brought you to greater understanding of how to enjoy life even if it was within a limited capacity. I love the title of your book and it is also good to know that even those of us, that are a part of the elderly generation, will also enjoy your book.
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I know that I certainly enjoy and actually sink into children’s picture books. Those that are illustrated beautifully while parting a (subtle) positive message are what we ALL need, no matter our age. Many thanks for your comment, Yvonne.
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What a delight! Congratulations, Pam. I have had a brief “concussion season” in my past and remember how I, too, would sit for long stretches of time just enjoying the beauty in my backyard. As I healed and returned to a more intense schedule I looked back on that time as preparatory and very special. I’m sure your experience provided wonderful impetus to your children’s story. I have many little ones in my “flock” and will look forward to making a purchase. Fun!
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I’m so sorry to hear that you’ve had this experience with a concussion also, Debra. The fact is, during the recovery, the healing is scary, since it’s so slow and not predictable. It’s only in hindsight that we can appreciate the lessons we learned while just stopping, not doing, only being.
So yes, as you describe, I now see that it was a special time (but still, I don’t want to ever do it again!!) ;-0 🙂 I think your flock will love Molly’s story of finding her purr. ❤
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This is so exciting, Pam. Congratulations on finding your purr and a great new picture book as well. I can’t wait to see it.
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I’m on pins and needles waiting for official pub date, Norah. The exciting thing is that my publisher says they’ve already received many pre-orders for Molly Finds Her Purr. How great is that?
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That is absolutely fantastic news, Pam. I can’t wait to meet Molly. 🙂
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Congrats! So exciting! You know I love children’s books. 🤗 Can’t wait to read it!
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I can’t wait for you to “meet” Molly and follow her story, and her path to finding her purr. ❤
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Glad you got your purr back! I always called it a spark, but I much prefer purr. Sometimes when our normal is taken away something better replaces it eventually. I love you got a book out of it for children and it comes out on my youngest grandaughter’s 3rd birthday. I will be getting this for her. Lovely haiku, too. Have a great weekend!
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So many great points from you here. Regarding the haiku, I’m always hesitant about sharing mine. Haikus are so simple. So short. So…. easy to decipher, that I wonder if mine are too elementary. But hey, poets have been writing haikus for centuries, so I’m in good company (even if I’m still trying to get the ‘hang’ of them). I like the idea of a spark, too, since I believe there is a spark of the Spirit within each of us. When we identify the Spark and feel it within us, that’s when we purrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr. 🙂 I love the idea of your granddaughter reading this soon after her 3rd birthday. That makes me purr. ❤
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So very glad you’re creating again! Best of luck for the book launch. 🙂
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Creating gives me a purr, as I know it does you. Keep on creating your great stories! Please!!
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lol – you’re right. All’s well with the world when the writing is flowing. Not so great when it’s not. Working on a story but it’s slow.
What’s your next project?
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After the publication of Molly Finds Her Purr, my next project is putting together an anthology of my flash (fast) fiction. There will be a section of the speculative kind, so I think you might enjoy. 🙂 What’s YOUR next project?
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lol – I love spec. fiction. 😀 Glad to see you’re planning on publishing it [and other stories].
I’m currently [trying] to work on the second book in the Vokhtah series. Second books are so…hard coz you can’t really ‘wing it’ any more. The bones of the story have already been set in stone. I know I’ll reach a tipping point eventually where the story suddenly takes off, but I’m not there yet.
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Oh, I can’t imagine dealing with that. But rest is an important part of the writing process – even when it’s enforced rest. Something creative comes out of it. Your new book is proof of that!
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As much as I find it difficult to “rest” (I’ve got so much to write, so many stories in my head!), I must agree that rest sparks up our creativity and imagination. More necessary than I ever understood before. xo
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Pamela,
I’m so excited for your! Your purr must be at full tilt with this new book coming out! So what makes me purr? Some things we won’t mention…ahem, but mentionables would be spending time with our cats and dog. Hearing good news from others. Nice compliments from others, especially when they’re unexpected. Having a productive day and being exhausted at night, knowing that I did all I could for that day. That is such a fun question to ask! Mona
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I’m with you on the “unmentionable’ purr – highly important for our sense of perfect purr-dom. I’m enjoying your list: being around my dog (and those of others) has always made me purr, and I so miss having one now. A productive day (YES!), an unexpected compliment that makes our insides blush. Beautiful reasons to purr.
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I can’t imagine a worse feeling than being unmotivated, bored. I’m glad you’re feeling better. I like the video. It’s great white noise while I write!
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My normal ‘white noise’ while I’m writing is the classical station, which I’m listening to at this moment. However, when a particularly amazing piece comes on, I will admit to stopping whatever I’m writing/thinking and just listen. Bird songs are like that too. Sometimes, a particular bird starts singing to a mate, and I’m transfixed.
Anyway, here’s to forever being motivated, and having the energy to follow through on it all.
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That’s great, Pam. Your new book sounds wonderful 🙂 Sometimes you have to pull back to get back!
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I think your wise phrase should/could be a mantra: “Sometimes you need to pull back to get back.” Too true.
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When we stop doing
Mom Nature’s inspiration
Is a constant purr
How purr-fect! Good luck with the launch!
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What a great 5-7-5 haiku on how to find our purr. 🙂
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Concussions are no fun. I enjoyed reading about how you managed to use a period of adversity as inspiration for a book.
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Thanks so much, Sheryl. I wanted to make sure I didn’t sound too sorry for myself, yet show how one bad thing led to a good thing. 🙂 The recipes in your blog are definitely a GOOD thing! ❤
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I wish I had a little one to read that to but not to be. Maybe I’ll buy it and read it before donating it to a good friend who does good charitable work. Many don’t realize how damaging a concussion can be. I listened to an audible my son recommended as I was researching neuroplasticity for myself. The Ghost in My Brain: How a Concussion Stole My Life and How the New Science of Brain Plasticity Helped Me Get it Back
by Clark Elliott You’d love it. I don’t read as much anymore and do a lot of audible due to Bells Palsy that hit my brain like a stroke. No TV, riding in cars at night, no driving for 4 years and I still walk with a cane. Little things can really do a lot of damage. I’m so sorry you had to go through this but you do what I do and find a way to turn the lemon into a Margarita. Always a gift in every challenge. I’m so happy your book is part of that gift and wish you mountains of success from it. My brain damage started me blogging so I could find my words again. Encouraging others struggling is how I find my purr.
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Thank you for telling me about The Ghost in the Brain – I just ordered the book. Smart of you to listen to it on Audible. I finally began using audible also (although I don’t “take in” information as well by ear than by eye, but it’s easier on the brain for sure). Your son is a gem. I imagine this book helped you understand your Bells Palsy side effects. And I LOVE the idea of turning a lemon into a Margarita. You have a marvelous sense of living “right.” You must be purring loudly, my friend.
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Very loudly, thank you.
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I Love your response. And I’ve already started reading The Ghost in the Brain. Thank you! xo
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Congratulations on that new book….glad you released the worry..
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Worry creates nothing. But “DOING” nothing, it turns out, can create a lot! ;-0
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Congratulations, Pam!!
I LOVE this backstory. Very inspiring!!
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Thanks so much for your comment. I never thought my concussion would inspire me to do anything, much less write a children’s book. But I’ve found that the less I “think” and the more I just “feel,” the better I create. ❤
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Congrats on your upcoming book, Pam! It looks and sounds delightful.
What makes me purr? Well, my two very “purry” cats always do, that’s for sure. But I will be especially purring my head off as soon as I finish editing my latest work. 🙂
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Writing is a purring activity, for sure, particularly as you pet your cats while doing so. 🙂 Hope the editing is going well. Can’t wait for your next book!
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Congrats on your upcoming launch Pam! I think we all lose our purr for various reasons, yours was just nasty. But from the ruins came your book idea. There’s always something to be grateful for ❤
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I have discovered with this question (the title of my post) that almost everyone realizes they have a “purr,” and that they are lost when they can’t find it. Like Molly in my story. we all feel complete when our heart and soul are purring.
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Sounds about right Pam! Everyone has a litt purr, we just have to reignite it! 🙂
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How truly wonderful to turn lemons into lemonade. Enjoyed hearing about the original idea for the making of your book, and my heartiest congratulations on getting it published. Sending you best wishes for Molly’s roaring success, Pam.
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Thank you, Jet. September 24 pub date is fast approaching, and my publisher says she has a load of pre-orders. It’s not only children who enjoy reading about how to find their purr – we ALL need that! 🙂
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I didn’t realise the after effects of your concussion had been so challenging Pam. I’m glad that you got through them and with a wonderful result at the end of it. I love the title and can’t wait to read it!
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Concussion is an interesting “illness.” Because I didn’t look different, or wear a cast or bandage, it was assumed by friends/acquaintances that I felt fine. Many people, when they heard I was recovering from a concussion, said, “thank goodness it was only a concussion, and you didn’t break a bone.” I have learned so much about brain injuries and take them much more serious now than I used to, and am starting to share my experience a bit so others can be more aware.
And wonderfully, out of all this came Molly and her Purr! 🙂 xo
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Aww. What purr-fect news that a new book is on its way. I love the title, the cover, and the impetus behind it. Mom nature is my go-to source for a deep rumbling purr. Congrats on the book, Pam. I can’t wait to read it. 🙂
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It’s fascinating and wonderful (and I suppose shouldn’t be too surprising) that so many readers/writers share how being in nature helps them find their purr. Another example of why we should take better care of this beautiful Earth of ours, and bow to Mom Nature. ❤
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Well said! I agree. ❤
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xo
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Packed with purr, great news Pamela and all good wishes for the launch!
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Thank you! ❤
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And how you turned something negative into something positive, Sam! From feeling blah to becoming creative to producing a finished piece of art! Well done. I love the cover as well. Congrats on the book and good luck with the launch!
What makes me purr is being able to take my time to enjoy life, which is exactly what I’m managing to do right now, on the road. 🙂
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Your purr is so loud I can hear it from here! Being free to be exactly who you are and to enjoy life is an amazing gift of grace that keeps on…. purring.
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Congrats on your upcoming book, Pam, perfect prescription.
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Ah, yes it is. Thank you! 🙂
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You are always warmly welcome, it’s Really a pleasure to be part of your blog.
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Smart lady.
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Congrats on the beautiful book and glad to see you back in the land of the purring! That birdsong was a pure zen moment for me this morning. The birds seem to have all gone quiet at the moment. What makes me purr? Feeling comforted, free from time and happy to just ‘be’. 🙏🏻
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I need more of that “just be” time, and the fact is, we are the ones responsible for giving it to ourselves! Let it BE.
I’ve noticed that now that the air has cooled, the songbirds are more scarce, moving on to warmer climes. Darn, but at least I have the birdsong video to listen to.
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Pam, the book looks wonderful and makes me feel all snug and cosy! Glad you got your purr make to help us find ours! Wishing you the best with your latest creation! ❤️
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Thanks for your purring good wishes with my Molly picture book, Annika. I’m so excited about it, I could just …. well, purr. 🙂
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I’m reading this with my kitty nestled in my lap purring madly…he hasn’t lost his purr! It would sure be a tragedy though to think a purr could be lost!
Such exciting news about your book. Good luck!
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Thank you, Kate. Really, when you think about it, a cat’s purr is wonderfully magical. So yes, to lose it would be a tragedy. Fortunately, in my upcoming picture book there is a happy ending. 🙂
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Great inspo & wisdom!
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Ordered it! Can’t wait to read it to my granddaughter. 🙂 I hope you’re feeling much better now, sometimes healing can be a very slow process.
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Patience is definitely needed for concussion healing. Purring helps even more! 🙂 I’m thrilled that you’ve ordered MOLLY. Can’t wait for you to receive the book. Please tell me if your granddaughter enjoys. ❤
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