Showing posts with label Thoughts on the Burdens Writers Carry. Show all posts
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Thursday, June 15, 2023

Are Your Writing Bags Over Weight? Thoughts on the Burdens Writers Carry


by Edie Melson @EdieMelson

“Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30

It’s getting close to my summer travel season as a writer and speaker, and that means airplane travel. I don’t mind flying, but I absolutely hate packing. You see, I’m a chronic overpacker. 

A few years ago, one of my travels gave me trouble. This particular trip was a bigger than usual challenge because I was going to be away for nine days.