tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post9108987737609295682..comments2023-11-02T01:28:14.306-07:00Comments on Sioux's Page: It's in My HeadSioux Roslawskihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17924021828536277618noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-16174558190655065972015-11-23T19:49:13.737-08:002015-11-23T19:49:13.737-08:00I'm always grateful for critiques, but I'v...I'm always grateful for critiques, but I've been lucky to have received criticisms that come sweetened with a big dose of tact. Maybe I'd feel different about some of the brutal critique-ers I've heard about? Was sorry I had to miss the Spencer Road night!Tammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02141883867104777688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-10366632154488517822015-11-20T22:06:43.369-08:002015-11-20T22:06:43.369-08:00Perhaps when you're retired, you'll ventur...Perhaps when you're retired, you'll venture out... start your own writing group?Sioux Roslawskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17924021828536277618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-56314143662690061272015-11-20T18:00:46.545-08:002015-11-20T18:00:46.545-08:00I have never had to say anything difficult as a wr...I have never had to say anything difficult as a writer, because I don't say anything as a writer. I keep that little hobby a secret from most people, so nobody is beating down my door asking for constructive criticism.<br /><br />I don't have difficulty hearing constructive criticism from a reliable criticizer. I know it's right on track. But I don't like changing one single Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13025832536749983018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-4654625409594647492015-11-20T13:54:10.092-08:002015-11-20T13:54:10.092-08:00MZ--I'm so sorry to hear that. You are such a ...MZ--I'm so sorry to hear that. You are such a gifted poet, I'm sure your suggestions would be extremely valuable.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-50857617693436823272015-11-20T13:51:12.636-08:002015-11-20T13:51:12.636-08:00Clara--I said "hi" to Donna for you. (He...Clara--I said "hi" to Donna for you. (Her table was quite busy last night.)<br /><br />Yes, "thank you" to critique partners is important, because most of them feel hesitant about saying anything that's less than positive. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-68240191617406273432015-11-20T13:48:04.684-08:002015-11-20T13:48:04.684-08:00Claudia--I AM lucky to have lots of writer friends...Claudia--I AM lucky to have lots of writer friends.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-24124154162764099802015-11-20T13:47:28.794-08:002015-11-20T13:47:28.794-08:00Pat--I think you could write a piece about your ow...Pat--I think you could write a piece about your own personal Bengay. It's a great way of thinking about critique.<br /><br />By the way--you looked maaaahvelous last night.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-77981655135025602422015-11-20T13:46:13.880-08:002015-11-20T13:46:13.880-08:00Linda--But you are so wonderful at critique. You h...Linda--But you are so wonderful at critique. You have such a deft hand, and a great ear/eye.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-2878103040041620622015-11-20T13:44:55.944-08:002015-11-20T13:44:55.944-08:00It DOES still hurt, but the skin gets tougher with...It DOES still hurt, but the skin gets tougher with the scar tissue forming a thick barrier.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-67291111861020368762015-11-20T13:43:43.325-08:002015-11-20T13:43:43.325-08:00SOAS was in hiding. I was there, but since I'm...SOAS was in hiding. I was there, but since I'm in the witness protection program, my photo cannot be circulated.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-89156784005281982502015-11-20T13:42:49.585-08:002015-11-20T13:42:49.585-08:00Well, that means you sold 2 more books than I did....Well, that means you sold 2 more books than I did...<br /><br />Yes, I think it went well. It's always fun to get together with different writers and "talk shop." It was also great to see you, Donna, Sheree, Cathi, Brad and Doyle.<br /><br />And as far as some who "don't get" your point... There's always a few dense people out there. Just leave them in that galaxy Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-7608864229866548602015-11-20T09:54:04.827-08:002015-11-20T09:54:04.827-08:00I've had my share of ouchies from critiques. S...I've had my share of ouchies from critiques. Some scars heal quickly but some are still tender, even years later. But I always learn something from honest feedback. Like when one of my main characters, who is a wonderful guy, was perceived as being a jerk because I hadn't presented him well. Likewise another was thought to be a meanie even though I meant him to be just disengaged. So Marcia G.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05401846609955732958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-42329935065881020982015-11-20T05:56:37.560-08:002015-11-20T05:56:37.560-08:00Meh...critique. It's just part of the process....Meh...critique. It's just part of the process. Hope y'all had a ton of fun--I saw your faces out there on the interwebs. (Well, I don't think I saw YOUR face, or Sioux on a Stick...but I'm sure you were up to shenanigans!)Cathy C. Hallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16491874468936336577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-11656477144779525262015-11-19T07:55:19.063-08:002015-11-19T07:55:19.063-08:00I have a horrible time delivering any sort of cons...I have a horrible time delivering any sort of constructive criticism. I'm always afraid of overstepping, offending, or hurting someone's feelings.Maude Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03669688074743095866noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-14001236099913208622015-11-19T06:51:33.455-08:002015-11-19T06:51:33.455-08:00Wish I could join you! Sounds like a blast. Be sur...Wish I could join you! Sounds like a blast. Be sure to tell Donna V I said hello. <br /><br />Over the years my skin has gotten a little thicker and I've learned to always say 'thank you' to critique partners who have taken the time to thoughtfully read pages and offer feedback even when it's is tough to hear. Clara Gillow Clarkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10204130118900222511noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-73540548779645987832015-11-19T06:48:42.621-08:002015-11-19T06:48:42.621-08:00You so lucky to have many helpers and commentors a...You so lucky to have many helpers and commentors as you work!!!!Bookiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12043111213031211794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-52855548734970792932015-11-19T06:41:54.912-08:002015-11-19T06:41:54.912-08:00Even though it's sometimes tough to hear, cons...Even though it's sometimes tough to hear, constructive criticism makes the piece better. I always hang onto that rag of comfort like my own personal Bengay :-)<br /><br />Looking forward to seeing you tonight, Sioux!<br /><br />Pat<br />Critter AlleyPat Wahlerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01138619912065680084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-72325713614800537982015-11-19T05:31:00.227-08:002015-11-19T05:31:00.227-08:00I find it harder to offer critique than receive. ...I find it harder to offer critique than receive. I want to learn from others, so I am usually receptive to others' ideas and comments. <br /><br />I've had to sit through some painful open mic readings, but I do try to offer positive comments.<br /><br />Linda O'Connellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15982895073903619018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1173456260059938165.post-34886850387619034602015-11-19T04:49:15.598-08:002015-11-19T04:49:15.598-08:00Accepting criticism is never easy, but when it per...Accepting criticism is never easy, but when it pertains to our writing---ouch! Still, it's an important part of the process and one of the things that reminds us there is always room for improvement. Anytime I have to point out a problem in someone's work it's uncomfortable, but there are always positives to balance it out and I try to point out all that good stuff along with the Lisa Ricard Clarohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15014582949326182166noreply@blogger.com