Gold Quote by Mary J. Miller
![“I can't remember who said it - I think it was Allan Gurganus when he was visiting the Michener Center - but he told us to "spend [our] gold," meaning, put everything you have into a story. Other "gold" will be waiting for you for your next project.” quote by Mary J. Miller](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/af5/mary-j-miller-21370_gold_i-can-t-remember-who-said-it-i-think-it_2281135.jpg)
“I can't remember who said it - I think it was Allan Gurganus when he was visiting the Michener Center - but he told us to "spend [our] gold," meaning, put everything you have into a story. Other "gold" will be waiting for you for your next project.”
About This Quote
Source Workshop: Writing Seminar at Michener Center, 2018
Invest fully in a story, treating it as precious as gold, while reserving resources for future projects.
In simple terms: Give your story all you have, save some for later.
Key Takeaway
Commit fully now, plan for next work.
Themes
creativity
investment
project planning
Mood
inspirational
practical
Type
motivational
strategic
When to use this quote
- drafting a novel
- screenwriting
- research phases
- budgeting
Key Concepts
resource allocation
artistic focus
Questions to Reflect On
- What story deserves your full investment?
- How do you balance current work with future plans?
A Different Perspective
Risk of burnout if overcommitted.
