I mention that writing is not a solitary activity. It is a truism for me on several levels. There are those I seek to entertain with my storytelling, my readers. I am not entirely blind to the wishes of those who write me, reading and commenting, but I do listen to the voices of my characters first. Kind of like hearing voices in my head – hopefully in a non-creepy way most days.
Then there is another level of those with whom I share my story-telling. There is the person who listens to my concept and makes the story alive through an image. I have been fortunate in my association with American Android. She has made inspired pieces for my stories.
And then, there are the women who see my stories in the rough, my beta readers, Breathesgirl and Ms Buffy. I mention them in my Author’s Notes, these two wonderful women who week by week read, edit, kibbitz, polish, and sometimes argue my work.They are my heroes even when I give them a hard time, and never more so than when I argue and they are right!
Today, I celebrate the birthday of one of those women – Ms Buffy.
Happy Birthday, friend! I hope that today is a day that all those whose lives are made happier just because you are here have a chance to let you know. For truly, this is not a day for you to celebrate, it is a day for us to celebrate you!
Best wishes!

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