I have been working on a Super BIG project-creating my first e-magazine incessantly for almost 2 months now and when I originally set myself a deadline for its launch, which is in 5 days time, I didn't realize I have set myself an unrealistic goal and I honestly don't think it can be released end of the month as promised (to myself and my contributors).
Starting anything for the first time ain't easy, especially when it is something of such magniturde and you are doing it alone, and learning a Design software always takes time, especially for someone who is hopeless in technology. It is one mf my dreams to have my own magazine so I really don't mind working 24/7, navigating away in the winter darkness and getting rejection from people who are either too proud or too busy to accept my invitation to contribute. I have been toiling away in tears figuring out how the software program works,researching for artists from all corners of the world who I believe are expertsl in their fields for content. I have been using my scanner a thousand time over for printables I wish to share with my readers. A lot of writing is done on top of my weekly newsletter and blog to get my messages across in my e-magazine. I take the project seriously as I believe it would benefit adults who have forgotten how to have fun and be a child again.
There are still a handful of pages to go and I am still learning to insert videos onto the pages. There were times I wanted to throw in the towel but I persevere anyway as I visualize my dream comes true. I learn to be patient with setbacks and obstacles which are inevitable in doing anything worthwhile. I am doing a little bit everyday, and instead of rushing to make it to the launch on a day I set for myself, I might as well delay my schedule to another week or so, as I prefer quality to a sub-standard product.
I shall send out another post about my new baby as soon as it is done to my satisfaction!
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