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Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Don't be afraid to commit

It takes courage and determination and perseverance to stay committed.
In life, relationships, and writing.

My dad told me,
If someone wants to do something, they will find a way to do it. 

ie - No excuses!

So I will write my Sensational Haiku Wednesday this week and I will finish my 50,000 words for Camp Nano by Aug 31! And I will publish one of these days, too.

When negative vibes
creep in and discourage or
temptations distract,

Remember the goal,
the sweet reward that will come,
result of hard work

Commitment is pride,
dedication, conviction.
Going the distance.
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29 comments:

  1. Alex J. CavanaughAugust 22, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    Your dad was wise! If it's important to us, we find the time and the means.

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  2. Samantha MayAugust 22, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    This is SO true! Very few things in life are accomplished by just wanting and wishing for it. We MAKE it work.

    Speaking of work, your word count shows that you are getting AWFULLY close to that 50,000 word goal! Keep it up :)

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  3. Jennie BennettAugust 22, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    Love it! I can always use a good reminder/pick-me-up!

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  4. UnknownAugust 22, 2012 at 10:06 AM

    So beautifully done, Tara!
    You ROCK this!
    Mine is here
    Have you an AWESOME WEEK!
    hugs
    shakira

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  5. Heather M. GardnerAugust 22, 2012 at 10:11 AM

    YES!
    YES!
    YES WE CAN!!!

    It's our turn Tara!

    I'm with you!
    Heather

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  6. anthonynorthAugust 22, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    Great words for commit.

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  7. Tyrean MartinsonAugust 22, 2012 at 11:26 AM

    Great wisdom, wonderful haiku!! Blessings to you and your endeavors!

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  8. Laura S.August 22, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Wise words from your dad! Good luck with finishing up Camp NaNo!

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  9. mshatchAugust 22, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    perfect!

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  10. RenaAugust 22, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    What you dad said is very true. And I like your haikus.

    Good luck with Camp, you can do it.

    (I should get pom-poms and start a cheering section)

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  11. KimAugust 22, 2012 at 1:32 PM

    Tara Tyler, you're posts are always so motivating!!!
    You can do it - wishing you all the best in completing your goals :)

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  12. Sheena-kay GrahamAugust 22, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    Your haikus are beautiful.

    Commitment is pride,
    dedication, conviction.
    Going the distance.

    My fave of the day.

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  13. VikLitAugust 22, 2012 at 3:32 PM

    Great words! Go you with camp nano!

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  14. carol l mckennaAugust 22, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    Tis true ~ lovely haiku ~ very inspirational ~ (A Creative Harbor)

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  15. E. ArroyoAugust 22, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    This is going on my wall. =)

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  16. DanaAugust 22, 2012 at 4:33 PM

    Wonderful, Tara! Love this!

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  17. Gwen GardnerAugust 22, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    Very nice! Thanks for the inspiration, Tara:)

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  18. HazelAugust 22, 2012 at 6:22 PM

    Your Dad is right. Commitment as pride - wow, somehow I forgot to think of it that way. That reinforces the concept. Love it!

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  19. LD MastersonAugust 22, 2012 at 6:35 PM

    Great haiku.

    I used to recruit volunteer parents to help with school programs. My favorite line back then was: Those who want to help will find the time, those who don't will find the excuse. Sort of a variation on what your Dad said.

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  20. Christine RainsAugust 22, 2012 at 8:34 PM

    Your Dad is awesome! You can do it!!!

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  21. Emily R. KingAugust 22, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    This is very timely for me. Thanks, Tara!

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  22. RussoAugust 22, 2012 at 9:42 PM

    I found your blog from the GUTGAA event. I couldn't resist checking out a few blogs before the event started and following them as well.

    This post inspired me big time. I really needed a boost like this, thank you!

    Russo @ www.threegnomes.blogspot.com

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  23. Amrit SinhaAugust 23, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    Lovely words :-)

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  24. Tara TylerAugust 23, 2012 at 6:36 AM

    yeah, the stuff my dad says isnt bunk!
    glad i could spread a little ncoragement!
    and thanks for giving me some back!

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  25. joanneAugust 23, 2012 at 2:01 PM

    Parents can actually be right, sometimes! I quote my mom in particular, and acknowledge her wisdom....your haiku went 'the distance'....truth

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  26. Gina GaoAugust 23, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    This is so true! I cannot tell you how much I can relate to this post.

    www.modernworld4.blogspot.com

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  27. Nicki ElsonAugust 23, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    You are so talented that when you need encouragement, your write it for yourself - and we get the benefit. Go Camp Nano!

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  28. AnonymousAugust 23, 2012 at 8:49 PM

    Amen!! Nicely done!!

    (I like your header)

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  29. Heather HenryAugust 26, 2012 at 1:26 AM

    Very awesome. Good words of encouragement, no matter what goals you have set. :)

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