This photo did the rounds of Facebook recently and I kept it to use for this blog post. It really spoke to me because as a writer you go through so many moments when you think you’ve failed, you get rejections and you wonder if you can or should carry on. You feel like a failure but this is a reminder that you haven’t failed if you continue writing or just trying to follow any dream – you only fail if you give up the chase.
I love sharing success stories. On Saturday, a girl from sheffield auditioned for the X Factor. She sung her own song and wowed everyone. If you didn’t see it, here it is:
Lucy Spraggan got a yes from all four judges and was instantly trending on Twitter. Turns out she independently released an album in 2011 and after appearing on the show both the song she sung and the album hit the top 5 on iTunes. Overnight, her life changed. It reminded me that there is plenty of talent out there that goes unnoticed but that dreams can and do come true. All you need is an opportunity.
Just think if Lucy had given up, she wouldn’t have all the success she has now. She took a chance and went on X Factor and has shot to fame.
So, despite rejections, despite the fear of failing, never give up because that ‘yes’ could be just around the corner!
Victoria
xoxo
I Made You A Mixtape
/ August 29, 2012You have to be in it to win it. That’s what I tell myeself about the lottery. ;o)
Victoria-writes
/ August 29, 2012Very true. Hopefully we have better odds with publishing
Rach @ This Italian Family
/ August 29, 2012Haha! Totally had not seen that clip. Her song made me laugh! But you’re right – she is talented!
Victoria-writes
/ August 29, 2012It’s very clever, I think she’ll do really well!
Lynn Rush
/ August 29, 2012LOVE that picture: You only fail if you give up! Awesome!!!!!!
Victoria-writes
/ August 29, 2012Thanks Lynn!
Katie
/ August 29, 2012Hey Victoria,
This is a great post and inspired me to get back on the blogging bandwagon. I gave you a shout out in my blog post at http://www.chronickatie.com
Love Katie x
Victoria-writes
/ August 29, 2012Thanks Katie! I tweeted your post!
leashieloo
/ August 29, 2012I am loving that Bradbury quote! And I love how it applies to many different life aspects, thanks for sharing!
Victoria-writes
/ August 29, 2012It struck a cord with me, I’m glad it struck one with you too!
luckythirteen05
/ August 29, 2012Thank you! I needed this post!
Victoria-writes
/ August 30, 2012You’re welcome!
lovelylici1986
/ August 29, 2012Yes! We have to keep going. Keep writing. Keep sharing. We will all have our days if we keep going.
Victoria-writes
/ August 30, 2012I really hope so!
beckyday6
/ August 29, 2012So very true! Thanks for this inspiration.
Victoria-writes
/ August 30, 2012Glad it inspired you!
Juliette
/ August 30, 2012That is so true, I’m not going to give up. Trust me. I deserve happiness.
P.S. still love that song!
Victoria-writes
/ August 31, 2012I’m sure great things are on their way!
4amWriter
/ August 30, 2012Wonderfully inspiring quote, and I think I’ll have to copy it down and post it right at my writing spot.
Victoria-writes
/ August 31, 2012Good plan, we need all the motivation we can get!
The Hook
/ October 8, 2012I don’t intend to give up, but the sting of faliure is one they don’t sell and salve for at drug stores!