"On the Edge of Wishing": May 2014

Sunday, May 18, 2014

Secret Wishes

What are your secret wishes? Something you really want, but know you are not supposed to have? You may not share it with anyone but it makes you feel bad. Cause you know its wrong. Or maybe because... why wish for something you can't have?

It doesn't mean it doesn't keep you up at night though. You still wish it.
It may even consume your thoughts.

It doesn't mean you are a bad person either. Are you brave?
If so, tell me your secret wish?

Since I'm asking you to be brave, Ill share mine. Its nothing like I wish my husband would just die or that my kids were cuter. Its nothing like I wish I had more money or that I was younger. And its nothing like I wished I had a Ford Mustang convertible or Lamborghini.

Its my cat. I wish he'd run away. I can't give him to anyone, I won't turn him into the pound. There are alternate things I think of too, but can't bring myself to do them. I know I shouldn't feel this way, but I am sharing a secret wish.

Now, its your turn. I want to hear them.
Are you brave enough?

We all face wishes each day we exist. Its a natural thing... and expected...

Even if those wishes start out as simple as "I wish the weather was hotter/cooler"; "I wish my shoe hadn't broken"; "I wished I hadn't said that". We sometimes say the word "wish" without realizing what we are really saying.
George Elliot once said: "It seems to me we can never give up longing and wishing while we are thoroughly alive. There are certain things we feel to be beautiful and good, and we must hunger after them".

Hunger. A strange word really.

What do I hunger for?

Each day I wish to be more patient with those around me. What am I doing to make it happen? That is the question isn't it? WELL.. I am taking a deep breath and trying to picture myself on the other side of the situation. It really does help. When I accomplish this small task, the hunger gets bigger and bigger.. to try it again.. to do well and to succeed again!

What do you hunger for? Please share with me.

It seems to me we can never give up longing and wishing while we are thoroughly alive. There are certain things we feel to be beautiful and good, and we must hunger after them.
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READERS SAY about "On the Edge of Wishing"

"The characters are well developed and the themes and tone of the story are appropriate for its young target audience. There is even a sweet romance thrown in. I think young girls will find they can relate to the feelings of isolation and frustration that Maddy is experiencing, and to the optimism that Mary Ellen brings for a brighter future."

Donna Nicely, M.A
Academic advisor

"Very well written and poignant! I could easily identify with the characters and felt like I knew them. I was excited and sad to finish it."

Rachel Goldstick

This story is well-crafted from the beginning to the end. From excellent character development to the interesting plot points, On the Edge of Wishing has it all. This story's moderate pace is engaging and keeps the reader's interest throughout. In addition, it features several great messages for more than just the young adult readers this book is directed toward. I would highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a story with a deeper meaning that not only entertains, but teaches kindness, patience, and appreciation.
Jaclyn Bartz, " The Retired Toothfairy Fan page"

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