Having been in that mindset, I know how it feels. And after 4 long years of diligence and hard work, I'm finally preparing to publish my first book, and I can tell you that every moment was worth it.

*thinks awesome is becoming favorite HW word and expression*

I'd like to encourage Tarin as he posts so regularly here around HW. Your posts are always very well written and thought out, as well as fun to read. You're doing a great job becoming a part of the community here, and we love having you. Keep it up!

How can I not get involved with such awesome people around and so many fascinating discussions going? I feel as if I can hardly keep up sometimes.

I'd like to encourage Milly, and her whole family, as well as Eli. I'm praying for you all, and for Noelle, during this time. God will uphold you, I know it.

Seconded.

Likewise.

I as well.

Fifthed.

Amen. *hugs*

Amen. *hugs*

I'm doing this post from my phone so I hope it turns out right. Apologies for misspellings and such.

I'd like to encourage Seer who went through a rough experience last night.

Man, you have no idea how blessed we are to have you at HW. All the behind the scenes work you do for the site, the work you put into the cultural   fractalling system, the encouragement you bring to everyone you speak with, and most of all the humor that follows you into every room. 

You literally light up chat when you enter. Everyone smiles when they see your name pop up because they know good and crazy times are going to follow. The fact that nearly anyone who has spoken with you for any length of time can tell a "Seer" story with a huge smile on their face is a testament to joy you bring into people's lives. 

Life is tough, you know this more than anyone after last night, and life has a tendency to bring people down to their lowest...but the fact that even in your pain you are able to make chat rooms explode in laughter and uplift people out of those dark moments says a lot about you and your character. 

Laughter is needed so much during times of pain and trials. HW and their members are going through a lot of pain and trials right now, and you bring that much needed joy into their lives. The ability to make people laugh is a rare and amazing gift, Seer, but above all you are also an amazing man of God. 

 I consider myself blessed to have met and gotten to know you over these last few weeks. You are my partner in crime on Skype and I know I'm not the only one who looks forward to chatting with you every Thursday.

 I hope during your own painful trials we can bring laughter into your life as you have done so many times in ours. And I hope that no matter how tough it gets you'll remember that God is with you at all times and at work in your life, and there's an entire community here ready to do whatever we can to help you.

You are loved, Seer. Don't let anyone make you think otherwise.

I'm doing this post from my phone so I hope it turns out right. Apologies for misspellings and such.

I'd like to encourage Seer who went through a rough experience last night.

Man, you have no idea how blessed we are to have you at HW. All the behind the scenes work you do for the site, the work you put into the cultural   fractalling system, the encouragement you bring to everyone you speak with, and most of all the humor that follows you into every room. 

You literally light up chat when you enter. Everyone smiles when they see your name pop up because they know good and crazy times are going to follow. The fact that nearly anyone who has spoken with you for any length of time can tell a "Seer" story with a huge smile on their face is a testament to joy you bring into people's lives. 

Life is tough, you know this more than anyone after last night, and life has a tendency to bring people down to their lowest...but the fact that even in your pain you are able to make chat rooms explode in laughter and uplift people out of those dark moments says a lot about you and your character. 

Laughter is needed so much during times of pain and trials. HW and their members are going through a lot of pain and trials right now, and you bring that much needed joy into their lives. The ability to make people laugh is a rare and amazing gift, Seer, but above all you are also an amazing man of God. 

 I consider myself blessed to have met and gotten to know you over these last few weeks. You are my partner in crime on Skype and I know I'm not the only one who looks forward to chatting with you every Thursday.

 I hope during your own painful trials we can bring laughter into your life as you have done so many times in ours. And I hope that no matter how tough it gets you'll remember that God is with you at all times and at work in your life, and there's an entire community here ready to do whatever we can to help you.

You are loved, Seer. Don't let anyone make you think otherwise.

Also, I would like to encourage Black Hawk, who's going through tough times as well. You can make it through, big brother. I know you can. Just keep holding on. Things'll get better in the end.

I'd like to encourage my little siblings.

My little brothers -- Joel, Matt, Arien, Jeremiah, Brendan, Mark, and Andrew, and my real life little brother Jacob -- whether you know just what you want to do with your lives, or are struggling to figure everything out, I know this is an uncertain time in life for a man. But I couldn't be more proud to call each one of you my brother. Be strong and courageous, and know that I pray for all of you daily.

*agrees with both encouraging posts*

I'd like to encourage my little siblings.

My little sisters -- Elly, Artemis, Alina, Shawnabeth, Milly, Cammie, Za, Nessie, Eva, Zoe -- You are all brave, sweet young women of God, who have a sincere desire to please Him. Keep your hearts pure and devoted, strengthen your faith day by day. I love each and every one of you more than I can say. Stay sweet, keep loving, and remember that your big sister loves you and prays for you, and is always there for you.

I'd like to encourage you, Grace, as you continue to work through this last month of publishing Never . I'm praying for the process to go as stresslessly as possible and that you will remember all the people who are excited about this book. You are a wonderful writer- don't forget or doubt that, sister.

*agrees*
I'm also praying, Grace.

I'd like to encourage my little siblings.

My little brothers -- Joel, Matt, Arien, Jeremiah, Brendan, Mark, and Andrew, and my real life little brother Jacob -- whether you know just what you want to do with your lives, or are struggling to figure everything out, I know this is an uncertain time in life for a man. But I couldn't be more proud to call each one of you my brother. Be strong and courageous, and know that I pray for all of you daily.

I love you all very much.

I'm doing this post from my phone so I hope it turns out right. Apologies for misspellings and such.

I'd like to encourage Seer who went through a rough experience last night.

Man, you have no idea how blessed we are to have you at HW. All the behind the scenes work you do for the site, the work you put into the cultural   fractalling system, the encouragement you bring to everyone you speak with, and most of all the humor that follows you into every room. 

You literally light up chat when you enter. Everyone smiles when they see your name pop up because they know good and crazy times are going to follow. The fact that nearly anyone who has spoken with you for any length of time can tell a "Seer" story with a huge smile on their face is a testament to the joy you bring into people's lives. 

Life is tough, you know this more than anyone after last night, and life has a tendency to bring people down to their lowest...but the fact that even in your pain you are able to make chat rooms explode in laughter and uplift people out of those dark moments says a lot about you and your character. 

Laughter is needed so much during times of pain and trials. HW and their members are going through a lot of pain and trials right now, and you bring that much needed joy into their lives. The ability to make people laugh is a rare and amazing gift, Seer, but above all you are also an amazing man of God. 

 I consider myself blessed to have met and gotten to know you over these last few weeks. You are my partner in crime on Skype and I know I'm not the only one who looks forward to chatting with you every Thursday.

 I hope during your own painful trials we can bring laughter into your life as you have done so many times in ours. And I hope that no matter how tough it gets you'll remember that God is with you at all times and at work in your life, and there's an entire community here ready to do whatever we can to help you.

You are loved, Seer. Don't let anyone make you think otherwise.

I'd like to encourage Nicole as she goes off to her Nationals. You've studied a lot for it, and I'm amazed at how dedicated you are! I'm sure you can do it, dear, and I'll be praying for you!

I'd like to encourage Nicole as she goes off to her Nationals. You've studied a lot for it, and I'm amazed at how dedicated you are! I'm sure you can do it, dear, and I'll be praying for you!

Thank you. I'm glad you're my HW sister.

Awww, thank you so much, Ani.

I'd like to encourage Lord Tarin. I know you're having a tough time with revision, etc. especially finding that you need to do much more than you were planning on. I'm praying for you, bro. It's good that you are doing more editing/revision now rather than publishing a less-perfect product. I hope that the fruits of more thorough revision show themselves quickly, and I'm praying God will give you the strength in the meantime to keep at it. Keep going Tarin, you can do it.

As will I. You can do it Nicole.

I second this; I'll be praying for you, Tarin.

Thanks, guys. That means a lot right now. The outlook is gradually getting better, but I've been thrown into a rather difficult situation which I'm trying to work through and see which path is the best course to pursue. I'd equate this to being at a crossroads in my writing career. So yeah, there's a lot going on. If you want to know more, you can PM me.

I am glad the outlook is a bit better, and I'll be praying for guidance for you as you have a big decision in front of you.

I'd like to encourage Grace. Writing is hard, but if it weren't, then everyone would be a writer. You have a gift; press forward with it in the knowledge that when it is hard, you know you're going to have a breakthrough to something that is beyond what you could have originally imagined.

I'd like to encourage Juliet. You do a marvelous job answering threads on HW, and you are so kind and gentle in the way you speak to people. Every time I see your name, I smile because of the beautiful atmosphere you create wherever you happen to be. Keep looking up, sweetie. You're doing an awesome job at all God has called you to do.