I had to remove your comments because first you did not identify yourself and second I would be liable if your accusations against this Psychiatrist is false. I looked the person up with the Physicians and Surgeons and there is no complaint and the person is active. You may contact the Physicans and Surgeons and file a complaint. You may also report to the Police. I believe that the Person is in Ontario. I welcome comments but there are also laws against false accusations and there is a judicial process in place. A person is considered innocent until proven guilty. If you have a complaint please direct them to the proper authorities.
Monday, 4 May 2026
Writer's Corner
I was looking at some notes regarding a Sister’s in Crime webinar and realized I can barely read my writing. Of course, it would be better if I typed, but memory is more reliable when we write. Did you know that? It has better retention. I have returned to my writing but realize, I think, more than I write. I’ll tell you more about how I do things another time. Now back to the webinar. The Host was sharing an experience. Her rule of thumb is wait for 24 hours after an agent sends her a request. She gave an example of yelling at the screen after receiving comments. Later, after reading it again, she realized she wasn’t being criticized but being asked for clarification. I understand that. When we receive feed back, we react by emotions. After we wait, as the Host suggested, we have diffused the emotion and may react more analytically. Of course, I got a review so bad for Ominous my favourite that I am saving it. I shall post it in the future and analyze it. The reviewer (sole) never signed her name. I consider that being a coward. There was nothing concrete which I could have used. Not only did she bash me but also my Editor who has been teaching writers for 30 years. Yet, after that review, I stopped writing for some time, and listen to me out there. Don’t let reviews get you down. Take what is positive and recognize the rhetoric. So, I too as the Host, would recommend that you wait for 24 hours before responding. I have been asked to review books and have declined. I know and recognize the heart and soul that goes into a book when written with passion. I don’t want to say anything at all that would hurt a writer who has taken the time - to write. I have had writers ask me for an opinion and usually it is about changes recommended by others. One writer told me he had beta readers all tell him to remove one specific area which meant a lot to him. I reminded him that it was his story. If it meant so much to him why listen to a small group? We can never please all the people and that is something to be remembered. It can be difficult in what to decide and whom to listen to. Find your network who you can trust to be honest and kind. The Host continued that “Patience is a virtue and a reality.” I’m not all that good with patience. As many of you know by now when I go to confession - no patience is my staple sin.
The Host continued with Roads to Publishing: “Who am I as a writer?” This particular host had 72 rejections from Agents. She is now doing quite well. She said she received rejections hundreds of time. She said you require patience, determination and focus. It is important to continue to write.
What am I doing now? Well, today is a nice warm day at about 20. I want to take advantage of every beautiful day because quite frankly it has been cold with overcast and I forgot what the sun looked like. I still have my heat on, but the windows are open. I am packing my bulky winter clothing away for the season. I don’t think I shall be moving to Niagara this summer since the market is still at its lowest. That’s ok. I have squirrels and a bunny rabbit in my backyard as well as birds galore. Unfortunately, there is also a Hawk wanting my fat little creatures. After Victoria Day I want to start beautifying my planters, cut my rose bushes etc…I want to eat out side and enjoy every bit of sunshine. For now, take care and enjoy life as you balance work and fun. What do you think?
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