Welcome to the {Write} Space series!
These women are brave and authentic. Their messages touch the hearts of many. What inspires some of my fellow writers and what does their physical writing space look like? Thought you might enjoy finding out. This is sort of like a blog version of the MTV show, “Cribs” but not really, chuckle. I WISH I could fly around and do a FB Live with these women from their actual offices. If only! Also know I am not looking for Better Homes & Gardens worthy spaces to critique either. I am looking for REAL. What makes a space beautiful is the woman who writes in it. So enjoy! Each of these “offices” are beautiful and unique in their own way. Please give these writers a follow on social media and leave them a quick prayer or word of thanks/encouragement in the comment section below. The writing world is tough and lonely at times, so your comments really are a blessing.
First up is Christy Mobley. I met Christy at a writer’s conference this past summer and we instantly clicked. I love that she tackles the issue of anxiety and how it affects women. So here is a little more about Christy and her {Write} Space…
Where is your favorite place to write?
I have multiple places I like to write. Sometimes it’s sitting at my desk in the sunny window in my bedroom (cream colored desk). Most of the time I’m in my upstairs office with my prayer nook near by and where I’m surrounded by old pictures of my parents who now live with Jesus. I have reminders of friends and family all over the walls, plus all my favorite books and tennis memorabilia as well.
Mountain house, beach house?…
Give me a well lit room and a sunny window and it won’t matter where I am. It’s a good thing I live in Florida.
Give me a well lit room and a sunny window and it won’t matter where I am. It’s a good thing I live in Florida.
Design style?
Most often it’s traditional.
Most often it’s traditional.
How did you become interested in writing?
Hmmm… Believe me when I say it wasn’t by my own design, so it had to be a divine design. I never had dreams of being a writer. NEVER! I can’t type and I’m not a good speller. Let’s just say I’m more social. In the summer of 2011 I took a life purpose coaching course and had to comment on my instructor’s blog. I’m serious when I say I didn’t know what a blog was. However, I followed instructions and I commented…a rather long comment I might add. And then I commented again. I discovered I sort of liked it. A friend dared me to start my own blog. I was excited about telling God stories, how I saw God working in my life, so Joying in the Journey was birthed. If I had it to do over I would probably name it something easier to say but Joying in the Journey has stuck with me.
Hmmm… Believe me when I say it wasn’t by my own design, so it had to be a divine design. I never had dreams of being a writer. NEVER! I can’t type and I’m not a good speller. Let’s just say I’m more social. In the summer of 2011 I took a life purpose coaching course and had to comment on my instructor’s blog. I’m serious when I say I didn’t know what a blog was. However, I followed instructions and I commented…a rather long comment I might add. And then I commented again. I discovered I sort of liked it. A friend dared me to start my own blog. I was excited about telling God stories, how I saw God working in my life, so Joying in the Journey was birthed. If I had it to do over I would probably name it something easier to say but Joying in the Journey has stuck with me.
What is the best advice you can give to writers?
Pace yourself and persevere. Don’t try to do too much at once and don’t give up if you don’t get where you want to be according to some timetable you’ve set. The writing journey will surely take you down bumpy roads with lots of detours. Some detours will take you so far off the beaten path you will think you’ll never make it back. Keep trying, asking for help along the way. I’ve learned part of the adventure and fun is in the people you meet (like Tracy) in the process.
Pace yourself and persevere. Don’t try to do too much at once and don’t give up if you don’t get where you want to be according to some timetable you’ve set. The writing journey will surely take you down bumpy roads with lots of detours. Some detours will take you so far off the beaten path you will think you’ll never make it back. Keep trying, asking for help along the way. I’ve learned part of the adventure and fun is in the people you meet (like Tracy) in the process.
What projects are you working on?
I’m working on a book that will help women exchange their anxiety for God’s peace. If you could see God standing right in front of you, helping you with every situation of your life would you ever be anxious again? I call it the relief of belief and we can all have it.
Thank you Christy for sharing your {Write} Space with us! I love that you have different places to write depending on your mood and that you’ve chosen things like pictures of loved ones and tennis memorabilia to hang on your walls. Perfection. May God continue to bless your ministry and I look forward to reading your book one day!
Christy is an award winning writer, national speaker, wife, mother, mother-in-law, and first time grandma! She is passionate about helping women see God working for their good in the midst of their circumstances.When Christy isn’t with family, speaking or writing, you can find her on the tennis court chasing a fuzzy yellow ball.
You can connect with Christy on her blog, Joying in the Journey, Facebook, and Twitter
Hi Tracy and Christy! I loved this interview. Christy, I’m glad you started blogging or we’d never met at a writers’ conference a few years ago. Thanks for sharing these pictures of your writing spaces. You continue to inspire me my friend! P.S. Praying for you and your book journey. 🙂
Hi Joy! Thanks for stopping by. Christy is an inspiration for sure. I too, cannot wait to read her book someday. It looks like you are also a writer, so blessings on your ministry as well!
Hello Tracy and Christy! Glory to God!!! Thank you so very much for sharing. I love your bedroom desk and your office desk and area. Thank you for always being an encouragement and a Blessing, Lynda-Sue
Hi Lynda-Sue! Thanks for stopping by. I really wished I lived closer to Christy so I could join her in her office for some conversation and prayer! Looks so cozy.