tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post5957066421248039325..comments2016-12-14T15:07:17.543-08:00Comments on Inside a writer's mind -- enter at your own risk: Death of a Salesman – Me!d s saulthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12788612729434162987noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-90693771498980419682012-04-09T19:09:40.366-07:002012-04-09T19:09:40.366-07:00Dave - if your story can serve as inspiration or a...Dave - if your story can serve as inspiration or a role model, good or bad, you should write it on your blog for the benefit of others. We're all in this writing merry-go-round together...lol. Deand s saulthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12788612729434162987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-14202864092684056902012-04-09T04:03:40.107-07:002012-04-09T04:03:40.107-07:00I could write a lengthy-yet-astonishing blog on my...I could write a lengthy-yet-astonishing blog on my own life, about answering my own calling. I may do that, but there are elements of it it are ill-timed at the moment. Maybe it has more to do with ignoring one's calling and hearing the siren's song down other paths at least a few times in my life.Dave Clarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02737460878231030266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-76082340145946165492012-04-08T22:03:14.645-07:002012-04-08T22:03:14.645-07:00Terry, I think it's just a matter of time unti...Terry, I think it's just a matter of time until you find yourself struggling with the choice of teaching for wages, or writing and promoting your fabulous stories for fame and fortune. It will not be an easy decision, because the "brass ring" only passes by a few times in life. If/When you seize it, your family will enjoy rewards for the rest of their lives, and when the carosel slows, you can always return to teaching.<br /><br />Pardon my momentary fantasy--Imagine if students came into a classroom and were introduced to their new English teacher, Ms. JK Rowling! That's the kind of greeting I expect you'd enjoy upon returning to teaching.<br /><br />No matter what road(s) you choose, though, I am certain of one thing, you will excel and those around you, be they fans or students, will be better off for having known you. Deand s saulthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12788612729434162987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-11766556440570676812012-04-08T21:52:54.092-07:002012-04-08T21:52:54.092-07:00Careful Allan, if you put too many notches in that...Careful Allan, if you put too many notches in that belt, your pants may fall down! lol<br /><br />Seriously, thank you for your friendship and encouragement. I hope to buy your autographed book someday. Deand s saulthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12788612729434162987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-9291052321441161942012-04-08T21:46:39.207-07:002012-04-08T21:46:39.207-07:00Sometimes, even writers struggle to find the right...Sometimes, even writers struggle to find the right words to convey the depth of their thoughts. Your personal story humbles me...there is no other way I can say it. My small trials are trivial by comparison. I know you have small children at home and facing melanoma must have been terribly frightening for that reason. Your grace and powerful inner strength leave me in awe. I wish you the very best in following whatever path you choose. If there is ever a way I can help, you can count on me. Thank you, Deand s saulthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12788612729434162987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-64921684650947483012012-04-08T21:46:25.746-07:002012-04-08T21:46:25.746-07:00My first calling is teaching. I really enjoy it an...My first calling is teaching. I really enjoy it and it seems like I'm doing what I'm supposed to be doing. When I start getting up and dreading going to work--it'll be time to change, but I don't see that happening. <br /><br />Writing is another thing I enjoy. I don't ever see giving this one up either. I think I have interesting stories to tell and hope others enjoy them.<br /><br />I'm very glad you found what inspires you, Dean. You DO have interesting stories to tell.Terry W. Ervin IIhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13561009802388207515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-85270072137285425872012-04-08T21:35:29.632-07:002012-04-08T21:35:29.632-07:00Thank you so much KT. I admire your creativity and...Thank you so much KT. I admire your creativity and boundless energy as a writer. Your support means the world to me...thank you. Deand s saulthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12788612729434162987noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-66340730707324630902012-04-08T20:48:47.779-07:002012-04-08T20:48:47.779-07:00And my respect and admiration for you Dean goes up...And my respect and admiration for you Dean goes up yet another dozen notches.Allan Krummenackerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00894416611325678187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-547773877161291462012-04-08T19:18:49.290-07:002012-04-08T19:18:49.290-07:00Dean what a great story of a life changing event. ...Dean what a great story of a life changing event. I loved your comparison to Willy in Death of a Salesman, and the stand you took when you took control of your life and said "NOT ME". <br /><br />Dean your writing is like a warm blanket for me- regardless of the topic you seem to wrap me up so that I am cozy and content...I just cannot get enough of your story telling.<br /><br />Your story, your blog absolutely hit a chord with me...not sure if I mentioned this before - but my life changer came about 2 years ago when I was diagnosed with melanoma (misdiagnosed so that it got a chance to grow a little) in any event - 2 surgeries later and fingers crossed each day - I began to write, and write, and write. Now I realize that my writing brought me to you and a great new group of friends...and a new career path...So I definitly relate to your story and thank you for sharing it ~ StaceyStacey Donaghyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05618067091847260061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4275407340772980947.post-31716537743985347612012-04-08T19:18:19.649-07:002012-04-08T19:18:19.649-07:00Love this. I shared it on Fb, Tweeted and +1'd...Love this. I shared it on Fb, Tweeted and +1'd it.KT Bankshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03040615356849269972noreply@blogger.com