By Rebecca Zanetti
Thank you so much for having me over at Imperfect Women! Man, am I an imperfect woman. Seriously. It has taken years, but I’ve finally learned to embrace the real me and stop worrying about being perfect. Or rather, stop worrying about appearing to have it all in control.
Life is crazy, and so am I sometimes.
That’s all right. One of the very cool things about being an author is that I can let the crazy out. I couldn’t really do that as either a lawyer or a college professor, my past careers. With this career, I can totally drool over sexy cowboys and not-so-secretly believe that vampires might truly exist.
In December, I quit my day job as a professor and also gave up law in order to write full time. Well, I was writing full time and also working the other jobs, so you’d figure I’d have tons of time now. I’d planned to write for a few hours, do some yoga, and possibly spend some time studying Supernatural and figuring out, from a writing perspective, why the show works so well. You know, as part of my job, and not as a way to ogle Jensen Ackles. I also considered taking up photography. Yet somehow, I seem to have less time now than I did before.
My new camera is still in the box, and Jensen Ackles isn’t getting the ogling he deserves.
I think I expected to jump right into my new routine and have it figured out quickly and easily. Or rather, I guess I figured I’d have a routine. My Nana was a wise woman, and every once in a while, I need to return to her five tenets:
- Life’s too short not to enjoy what you’re doing
- Joy is a conscious decision – make it
- If you’re not happy, fix it
- Love the little moments because they’re the ones that count
- Be you
See? A very wise woman. When I get overwhelmed, or when life gets nuts, I return to those very sound five pieces of advice. I hope they work for you, too.
About the Author:
USA Today Bestselling Author Rebecca Zanetti has worked as an art curator, Senate aide, lawyer, college professor, and a hearing examiner – only to culminate it all in stories about Alpha males and the women who claim them. She writes dark paranormals, romantic suspense, and sexy contemporary romances.
Growing up amid the glorious backdrops and winter wonderlands of the Pacific Northwest has given Rebecca fantastic scenery and adventures to weave into her stories. She resides in the wild north with her husband, children, and extended family who inspire her every day–or at the very least give her plenty of characters to write about.
Check out Rebecca Zanetti’s newest release, Rising Assets.
Synopsis: Friends with benefits was never the plan…
Melanie Jacobs is in trouble. With three jobs—including running her ranch—and dwindling funds, she’s exhausted. Not to mention desperately trying to hide a secret. Unfortunately, her best friend Colton Freeze knows all too well that’s something is going on, and he won’t give up until he knows exactly what he needs to fix.
Then Colton learns the truth—that Melanie’s future happiness rests in the fickle hands of fate, and her chances for having a family are shrinking with every passing day. Her only comfort is Colton, but when a heated argument between them turns into an even hotter kiss, the boundaries of their friendship are erased, leaving only a scorching-hot hunger for more.
Every kiss—every touch—is a stolen pleasure. But will their new friends-with-sexy-benefits arrangement bring them closer together, or destroy everything they once shared?
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Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
April 3, 2014 at 1:19 pmIt sounds like your Nana was indeed a very wise woman! I agree with her, too. If you don’t like something in your life, change it!
Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel says
April 3, 2014 at 1:44 pmEmbracing the crazy is important – and finding people who love your crazy is also important too! I dream of quitting my job and blogging/writing full time – one day!
Tough Cookie Mommy says
April 3, 2014 at 7:22 pmI agree with you, life is definitely to short to not enjoy what you are doing. That really resonates with me at this particular point in time.
Amy Desrosiers says
April 4, 2014 at 5:57 amI love these tips about life! I am going to try and be more joyful today!
gingermommy says
April 4, 2014 at 5:58 amI think all women have an image of “perfect” in their heads. Then once they realize being different, crazy, unique is “sexy” they embrace it. For me, that came with age. I am happy to be an imperfect woman. The little moments are the ones we will always remember (Kim)
Erica says
April 4, 2014 at 7:55 amI think once we all accept that perfect is not reality we are much happier. Happy to see you here at Imperfect Woman. Thanks for the great life tips!
Terry says
April 4, 2014 at 8:20 amI stopped trying to be perfect many years ago. I have yet to meet the “Perfect Woman”
Theresa says
April 4, 2014 at 11:45 amWell, we are definitely in the same boat. I find I have a lot less time now that I am not in a regular 9-5 job, I am a full season behind on Supernatural (poor Jensen must really be feeling the neglect between the two of us!) and though I do take pictures, I have wanted to learn how to work my photoshop for over a year. I have only just barely scratched the surface on that. *sigh* I am not perfect, and I will probably never get it all done, but there is always chocolate to make me feel better when I start beating myself up over it.
Amanda RIpsam says
April 4, 2014 at 12:47 pmroutines are very hard to figure out. I’m struggling with some health issues and every since Aug I been saying I’ll tackle this or that . I too bought a new camera and I can’t seem to find time or the creative outlet to take pictures. I need to get back into picture taking
Pam W says
April 4, 2014 at 1:09 pmYour Nana does sound like a wise woman! You have learned a lot from her.
lawna says
April 4, 2014 at 2:08 pmThat’s great advice! I will have to impliment them into my life.
becca says
April 4, 2014 at 3:14 pmYour Nana sounds like a wise woman and gave good advice.
Nicole Brady says
April 4, 2014 at 6:35 pmI’ve made decisions to not work full time despite having the opportunity to do so. It isn’t any good to exist if you don’t live.
Jennifer Williams says
April 4, 2014 at 6:44 pmWise words from a wise woman – definitely listen to your grandmother. At least take the camera out of the box, it might help you capture those little moments that are the most important.
Tess says
April 4, 2014 at 7:34 pmI am guilty of putting that impossible image in my mind. I need to embrace my life and enjoy it more.
Veronica says
April 4, 2014 at 7:44 pmShe is a very wise lady. I embrace life as best as I can and I try to make sure I do what I love doing everyday. I consider it a blessing
Tiffany says
April 4, 2014 at 7:47 pmThose are such true statements! We need to really DROP the quest for perfection because we are never going to attain it! We are perfect in our imperfections and we need to embrace that.
Kristen from The Road to Domestication says
April 4, 2014 at 8:08 pmAhhh…Jensen Ackles…LOL And I love that quote: If you’re not happy, fix it. Great post!
Amanda Her says
April 4, 2014 at 11:12 pmWhat an amazing thing (and probably a little scary at times too) to be able to do what you truly love for a living. Consider yourself truly blessed. 🙂
Marni | Love and Duck Fat says
April 5, 2014 at 8:10 amWe all feel a little crazy sometimes. I sure have since I had my first child not so long ago! Normal is boring.
Fabulous Perks says
April 5, 2014 at 2:14 pmNo one is perfect! Joy really is a conscious decision, once you decide to live a happy life no one can take that away from you.
Annie Mai says
April 5, 2014 at 2:43 pmYour Nana does sound like a very wise woman. Ogling, hehe 🙂
Kristen says
April 6, 2014 at 6:45 pmIt is always important to do what makes you happy! You do indeed sound very wise 🙂