a little gratitude

Published about 1 year ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader, and welcome to February,

This week, I’ve spent a lot of time gathering all my tax stuff for my accountant. Spoiler alert: I haven’t enjoyed it.

Anyway…

I’d like to spend the rest of this week focusing more on gratitude. I started my business six years ago, and so many amazing things have happened that I don’t spend enough time being grateful for.

Amazing things like…

Writing websites that led to business owners feeling so good about their business that THEY GOT MORE BUSINESS!

Writing a book that people are still raving about 2+ years later.

Coaching writers (some business owners, many not) publish their work in various forms, including books, blogs, and newsletters.

Meeting Rebecca Gold, who helped me develop as a writing coach by co-teaching in her Write Here Write Now program.

And, of course, you Reader. Having you on this email list. Hearing back from other subscribers and having a direct line to readers, students/customers, and other lovers of the written word…

Wow, I love it so much. Consider this a personal thank you from me to you. I’m so grateful to have you in my world.

I really love writing for and with people, and I love having you here with me while I do it.

That’s all for today. Talk to you next week.

Best,

P.S. What are you grateful for this week? It could be business-related or not. I’d just love to hear from you. Hit reply and let me know. I’m a unicorn…I answer all my emails personally!

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