tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post4324827413315693144..comments2023-11-12T06:42:35.652-05:00Comments on Recess for Writers: Nothing like a bit of controversy!The Quoiblerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13632853309100258560noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post-89706832811258256032008-08-02T10:32:00.000-04:002008-08-02T10:32:00.000-04:00I weighed in, for what it was worth. Honestly, I d...I weighed in, for what it was worth. Honestly, I didn't think this post was negative or that it was potentially difficult for novices to understand. It made a good and important point. And I while I generally eschew violence and obscenity, hey, it worked here.Mary Witzlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06458299046574564155noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post-10051382888943015492008-08-02T03:33:00.000-04:002008-08-02T03:33:00.000-04:00Aerin:Hey there!I can see where you're coming from...Aerin:<BR/><BR/>Hey there!<BR/><BR/>I can see where you're coming from. I think I had a kinder, gentler relationship with my Muse before I began freelance writing for clients (as opposed to writing just for myself.) <BR/><BR/>It really changed when I needed the Muse, so her fickleness became a liability! Hence, a less laid-back approach to her sometime-lethargy. :)<BR/><BR/>What I find most interesting of all is that the voting for the next round of this FWJ Idol contest is taking place (check the site at www.freelancewritinggigs.com) and Candidate #12's piece is currently last in the running, despite having generated 89 comments.<BR/><BR/>AngeliqueThe Quoiblerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13632853309100258560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post-34443975165924879722008-08-01T22:07:00.000-04:002008-08-01T22:07:00.000-04:00I think I'm with szelsofa on this one. I read...I think I'm with szelsofa on this one. I read the entire post & its comments (heckuva way to spend a Friday night; I know, I'm a loser).<BR/><BR/>I don't care about using the word bitch. I think more profanity should be used if it's in step with the tone a piece is taking. Would I say bitch in an interview? Well, no. But in my most recent interview I did use "bullshit." On purpose And I'm a minister (yes, I am.)<BR/><BR/>BUT - here's where I'm with szel - the violence of the piece disturbs me. The condescension, the negativity, the teenage stereotypes (HATE those)...I found the post distasteful. My muse is still a part of me, and to dishonor it is to dishonor myself. NOT a helpful trick for me in terms of being an authentic person.<BR/><BR/>Then again, I'm not a freelance writer or a published author, so what the hell do I know?<BR/><BR/>:) Thanks for sharing this,Ang. It was very interesting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post-60298579258449806152008-08-01T16:55:00.000-04:002008-08-01T16:55:00.000-04:00It's not much of a fascination for me, Angelique, ...It's not much of a fascination for me, Angelique, it's plain logic - my Muse supplies me. Helps me.<BR/><BR/>How can one bite the hand that gives?<BR/>How can one NOT respect one's loving and careful parents for example?<BR/>I see that some people think about their Muse in a different way, I acknowledge that some people are different, but again, I'm different, too.SzélsőFahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11600289147447182465noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post-67053005398120805842008-08-01T14:59:00.000-04:002008-08-01T14:59:00.000-04:00And thank you for your perspective, Angelique - a...And thank you for your perspective, Angelique - and especially for being a regular at FWJ.Alice https://www.blogger.com/profile/00880684137586208414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post-52573644738535417602008-08-01T12:59:00.000-04:002008-08-01T12:59:00.000-04:00Szelsofa:That's interesting that you have a high d...Szelsofa:<BR/><BR/>That's interesting that you have a high degree of respect for your muse! I find that fascinating!<BR/><BR/>***********<BR/><BR/>Deb:<BR/><BR/>Don't get me wrong -- I think that you're 100% entitled to set a certain standard for the blog. And I don't know if b**ch fits into that standard. <BR/><BR/>Though I love the piece, I'm still not certain I can vote for it in this round, mainly because I have to consider whether #12 will work with you and Jodee in a manner that won't end negatively.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for popping in and voicing your concerns! And you're not a prude -- just a business person with direction!<BR/><BR/>AngeliqueThe Quoiblerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13632853309100258560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post-71931732606230376352008-08-01T12:55:00.000-04:002008-08-01T12:55:00.000-04:00The problem isn't so much the post - it's well wri...The problem isn't so much the post - it's well written and fun - it's more that the candidate didn't use very good judgement when choosing her words - one in particular. <BR/><BR/>I've been reading all over about what I prude I am - BUT - this is my business and I have to consider my readers and my sponsors. I don't think it sets a very good example for an opening line (or any line, to be honest) to include profanity. Besides, my community has said many times they don't wish for negativity.<BR/><BR/>I do wish the candidate had come to me and talked to me first before publishing something with strong language. Especially when you consider this is a job interview.<BR/><BR/>Thanks!<BR/><BR/>DebAlice https://www.blogger.com/profile/00880684137586208414noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8326557935285065813.post-8992043815872490162008-08-01T10:49:00.000-04:002008-08-01T10:49:00.000-04:00I found the post creative.I think it might help wr...I found the post creative.<BR/>I think it might help writers, newbies or more experienced ones alike.<BR/>But not everyone. Not every advice is succesful for anyone.<BR/>And, although I swear a lot when among friends, family and alone, I do not like to read swear words. But again BUT, this was now a just case to use the word 'bitch'.<BR/><BR/>At the same time, I would never, EVER call my Muse a bitch. My respect and admiration towards it refrains me from using any bad language or swearing, whatever.<BR/><BR/>PS: I tried to use simple sentences but still I'm sure my mixed emotions come accross. I hope I made myself clear :)SzélsőFahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11600289147447182465noreply@blogger.com