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My 2019 Word Is...

1/4/2019

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Reading my book to the diplomats' daughter
Since the day after Christmas, I have been participating in Julie Hedlund's 12 Days of Christmas for Writers, in which we reflect on the past year and think about the new year in terms of writing. 

Again, I used Dayspring's Find Your Word Generator. And on the left you can see my word for 2019--Courage! I added a verse + a cool quote from prolific author, Jane Yolen, that she had written in a Facebook post just today!

I need to remember COURAGE when I have to face new challenges and experiences, such as author visits to schools and other new places & faces. I'm quiet, not very outgoing, so it takes courage to do new things!

Let me tell you briefly about 3 such times of courage in which I met 3 new people regarding my book.

1. Gave cookies to my son's hairdresser who is North Korean, showed her the cover of my book, and asked her some questions regarding my work in progress. (Giving Christmas cookies in Korea is not a common thing at all, in fact, my husband had to explain.)

2. Attended a lunch at the U.S. diplomats' house last Saturday in Seoul, connected by a mutual friend, who gave their kindergarten daughter my book, which I got to read to her. The husband & wife team are both diplomats.

3. Met Molly Holt of Holt International Adoption Services in Seoul, whose parents found the organization, and of whom my sister and I are adopted. I gave her a copy of RICE FROM HEAVEN, and she gave me 2 books her mother had written. I wanted her to read a story I had written about her parents and check for accuracy. And double-whammy--Molly's sister Linda happened to be visiting her, so she read my story also. If it's ever published, I'll send them both copies.

Happy 2019! Maybe it be a blessed year for you! Find your word for this year & share!
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Linda, me, Molly
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Molly Holt with my book
12 Comments
Mary Ann Cortez link
1/4/2019 08:09:22 pm

Lovely post. And I love your examples of times you've showed courage regarding your book.

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Tina Cho link
1/5/2019 02:14:40 pm

Thank you, Mary Ann. I think those are just the beginning!

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Jarm Del Boccio link
1/4/2019 08:41:18 pm

What wonderful opportunities to put to use your word, Tina. Press on with the strength of the Lord!

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Tina Cho link
1/5/2019 02:14:08 pm

Thank you, Jarm. Phil. 4:13

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Claire Noland link
1/5/2019 12:11:02 pm

I’m so glad you were able to meet Molly- have you been to Il San? I would love to read your manuscript about the Holts.
Courage is a great word that opens doors when we step out in faith.
It sounds like your 2019 is off to a great start.

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Tina Cho link
1/5/2019 02:13:31 pm

Hi Claire!
Yes, Il San is where I went. Have you been there? Send me your email, and you can critique my ms!

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Vivian Kirkfield link
1/5/2019 01:08:01 pm

Love your post, Tina...and love your word...I'd never heard of the site you went to so I checked it out and based on my answers tot he questions, my word is COURAGE also. What a great word for me this year...although I may choose another as well...I was thinking of LAUNCHING (because of my books and because of my trip/presentations), ABSORB (because I want to make sure I pay attention and glean all I can from this year's experiences, or maybe even CONTINUE, because I need to keep the energy and enthusiasm high as I travel and promote the books and try to keep my writing going. Still thinking what would be best.

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Tina Cho link
1/5/2019 02:12:41 pm

I love those words, Vivian, especially ABSORB! And you will need the word REST!

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Diane Tulloch link
1/6/2019 02:29:44 am

Love your word Tina. Loved that you were able to read your book to so many people. You are having a great time.

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Tina Cho link
1/7/2019 01:44:41 am

Thank you for your support, Diane!

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Annette Whipple link
1/7/2019 11:21:19 am

I keep getting glances into your story. Someday I hope to hear more!

My word from the generator is also courage. But the word I chose is FOCUS. Because I skip and hop around too easily.

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Tina Cho link
1/8/2019 01:03:10 pm

Both are great words. Have a great writing year, Annette!

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