Twenty years after writing my first novel, I reflect on the lessons learned, the edits made, and the growth that comes from embracing past mistakes. ‘Leaping Over the Past’ is about moving forward, forgiving yourself, and starting your next story with confidence.
In this reflective piece, author Krymzen Hall explores how a simple drive guided by GPS turned into a powerful life lesson about trusting your instincts and finding comfort in your own direction. She shares how relying too heavily on outside guidance whether from technology or others can sometimes lead us off course. Through this personal story, Krymzen reminds readers that clarity, peace, and confidence often come when we quiet the noise and trust our inner voice to guide the way.
as I evolve as a writer, I also realize that there is something else that creative writers need to heed: Don’t change a story simply because somebody tells you to. You have to create stories that you want told, from your heart, and developed by your own passion. You’re gonna be criticized at some point by someone.
It all started with a carry-on bag full of pictures created before digital photography became the norm. I had taken shots of varying times in my and my family’s life, especially of my children, from the toddler tender moments to the teenage trials.