With Gratitude to Chris the Story Reading Ape!
Every writer has deep-seated motivation for writing a novel. It may be a person, place, or setting that resonates in their soul, and from this a story that won’t let them go. I was tentative when I began writing Mourning Dove, and by this, I mean to say that I tested the waters before I dove in head first to the full story. Mourning Dove started as a poem I never shared, but I liked its subject and rhythm. It spoke of a family dynamic, had movement and spoke of human nature in the face tragedy. In writing the poem, it occurred to me there is beauty to be gleaned in the worst of human affairs.
Claire Fullerton Author 
What a treat to run into Claire, here Chris.
Some bits of writing stick around until they finally get the “voice” they require. I’m glad this one stayed with you, Claire. Wishing you continued success with Mourning Dove. Hugs.
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Thank you so much, Teagan, for your magnanimous spirit and your golden heart!
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That WP Reader was messing with me Claire — it looked I was at Chris’ site, but now I see I was at your place. I’m moving way too fast during my lunch break… My fault.
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