When you think about it, a hero almost never goes off on a quest alone. Luke had Han and Leia; Frodo had Sam and the rest of the Fellowship; Dorothy had the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodsman, and the Lion.
I have sometimes worried about a lack of allies. Having allies seems to be a sign that you are on the right track, and I tend to be a loner rather than a natural networker. I have been gratified by the encouraging responses I have received about this blog and about my writing. Thank you. Your support means a lot.
I remembered another thing about allies. They appear once you actually begin your journey, not when you're sitting at home thinking about it.
I feel that I'm setting off in good company.
I remembered another thing about allies. They appear once you actually begin your journey, not when you're sitting at home thinking about it.
I feel that I'm setting off in good company.
Marileta,
ReplyDeleteWhen friends see that "all is well" they are quiescent. Only when, as you say, the journey begins, the footing gets slippery, and the turnings confused, can friends become allies. After all allies need something to do! :)
Dan
Good point, Dan!
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