Tori’s Writing Hole

If you’ve ever thought of being a freelance writer… well, hmm. I’m not sure what I want to say here. I do enjoy the work - my own hours, I’m using my talent and I get to watch my daughter grow up. Plus, I’ve learned more about travel, plastic surgery, wine and coffee than I ever thought I would.

I wouldn’t recommend this profession to procrastinators or those who are not motivated, however. It takes perseverance - and a bit of luck - to survive in the world of word-spinning.

My goal this year is to surpass last year’s earnings, but to also be able to write more for myself. Poetry has been my saving grace through the periods of black muck I’ve been in, and I need to be able to write more.

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Why is life so complicated? I feel as if the last year of my life has been filled with illness, heartache and just plain misery. My uncle is dying, my mother is ill with chronic problems and I myself have more illnesses than any 27 year old should have.

I’m trying to have a life that’s filled with interesting, important experiences - but I don’t see why these experiences all have to be BAD! I know, the world is full of difficult choices and things that happen to good people, but sometimes I wonder why they all seem to be in my family. It’s like a cloud of misfortune has settled in for the long haul, and it’s covering those I love most. And it sucks.