WinterRoseShelby
Hello, it has been a while. I hope you have been well.
dixondarlin
dixondarlin
trudging through life at the moment and missing the days when I could escape into my writing for relief. but the surprise of seeing that my Tommy Shelby One Shots are currently ranked #13 in #tommyshelby and #33 in #peakyblinders brought a smile of gratitude to my face this morning. thank you for continuing to embrace these stories and my writing. even though my relationship with writing may be different at the moment than it once was, to see that my writing is still reaching people and connecting with others, still gives me a sense of pride, gratitude and love that I continue to cherish. thank you for your continued support, I appreciate you all greatly!❤️
coldshoulderlover
@dixondarlin always missing your writing and hoping you find your way back to it ❤️ you deserve all the praise!!
dixondarlin
it still feels very weird to me that I haven't written all year and I haven't watched or been connected to peaky blinders since march... it still feels so foreign and unsettling to have these large pieces of myself and things that were always so important to me and who I am, suddenly stripped away or not as prevalent as they once were. it makes me feel so sad as I reflect on it.
thtsalrghtmama
@dixondarlin i understand this, i haven’t picked up peaky blinders since march either :’( i hope you’re doing well <3
coldshoulderlover
@dixondarlin I miss you and your words so much my friend ❤️ sending you so much love ❤️
ghostly__shroom
@dixondarlin I've definitely been there :(( but keep in mind as you lose passion for old projects, it leaves room and more time for you to work on new ones :))
dixondarlin
happy june everyone... I hope that this month brings softness to those dealing with the harshness of life, light to those struggling through darker days, kindness to hurting hearts and glimmers of hope to those hanging on.❤️
Jinglebelle93
Thank you for voting on my story! I appreciate it!
coldshoulderlover
Congrats on 10k reads on Florence!!! So deserved ❤️❤️
NemoMalone
Good afternoon, sorry to bother you here, but I was wondering how you made your art cover, cause I really don't want to pay someone to make it for me unless I absolutely have to.
dixondarlin
@NemoMalone Hi! You're no bother at all! I completely understand. I used Canva to make mine. They have plenty of free book cover templates to use and customize with your own photos, fonts and designs.
dixondarlin
It is after much thought, time and reflection, that I have come to the decision to step back from my writing for the time being. I say this with a heavy heart, a grateful heart and an emotional heart.
This is not easy for me to announce, even harder to believe for myself. I never thought this day would come. I have been writing on here for over 9 years. But I have felt for some time now that it feels the natural progression I've found myself in and the decision that feels most clear at this time.
This is not a permanent goodbye, this is not even me saying forever. I have ceased expecting to know what life will bring or where it will take me, so I will never say that this is forever. If I find myself writing again, I will welcome it with open arms. I can only say that this is for now.
I know a part of me truly does believe that this isn’t a permanent goodbye to writing, that it still resides somewhere inside of me and just needs time and space to allow it to reveal itself again. But until that day, I step away from it with gratitude, pride and a sense of peace in knowing that this is the right decision for me at this time.
I will continue to stay here as a reader, as a supporter, as a friend. I will not be gone entirely. I am simply stepping back from my writing for the time being. I hope to continue in the beautiful friendships and sense of community that I have been so grateful for over the years here.
I do have one last Thomas Shelby One Shot (which I've been saving because its one of my most favorite I have written!) left to share with you all soon!
Thank you for all of your love, support, encouragement and belief in me and my writing over the years. It is not overstated to say that it has changed my life and impacted me in ways you will never know. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Again, I don't believe this is a complete goodbye to my writing but rather a goodbye for now to it and I will continue to be here as a reader, supporter and friend!❤️
NemoMalone
@dixondarlin I cannot tell how much I appreciate your work and fully support you in whatever you need to do!
-dvskbxttzn
@dixondarlin // I wrote a message here earlier, so second attempt it'll stay (in hopes you'll see it.) Do what feels right to you, darling! I discovered you just recently (I'm ashy_stxrs from a while ago), and I can say you have a gift! A gift I doubt will stay hidden away in its shell forever. Sometimes taking a breath of fresh air can be better than the other options life throws our way. It also can spark all kinds of creativity and inspiration that was unbeknownst to you up until then. You have both a gorgeous community and bundles of talent, which is hard to come by here. While I do hope you continue writing—at some point—if you don't, it could offer you so many new adventures. You've given all your readers *heaps* of well-thought-out, beautifully written books, and we will remember you for that. The reality is life comes first. It is wonderful to know you will still be here with us, even if you have no motivation to pick up the pencil. Take care, love! I hope to see you back in action—and at your full potential—soon!
KaterinPareaux
@dixondarlin Whatever you need to do. do it. Jump in with both feet and don't look back. Some of my best writing occurred when I stepped away and went through a period of cathartic renewal. I still kept an idea journal by my bedside, however. You are now, and in future, a writer. :D
dixondarlin
the end is officially here now... my final author's note and very special "behind the scenes" of Florence | A Thomas Shelby Short Story is up for you all to read, comment and enjoy!❤️
what a journey this has been. an absolute privilege, gift, achievement and highlight in my life. and I am endlessly thankful for all of the support, encouragement, love, kindness and belief in not only this story, but in me as a writer and human being I have received along the way. I am so grateful for each and every one of you. thank you!❤️
https://www.wattpad.com/story/337581618
KaterinPareaux
@dixondarlin I enjoyed this journey immensely. I too have not bee on Wattpad as much lately. It feels too narrow a space for some stories to only exist here.
dixondarlin
the magic that comes from seeing your favorite artist live is unlike any other... 3 days later and I still feel like I'm dreaming❤️