Living By The Pen in the UK

It is the Christmas holidays and as a UK based writer, I feel I am in the right place and the time is perfect to reminisce about family and friends who are dear to me. As I sit on the sofa with my lovely mug of hot PG tips tea by our Christmas tree that is decked in purple, red and gold this year, I am contented to be in our warm, cosy living room.
Outside, an orange breasted robin or two still make their way around the red berries on the green hedges, as the wind blows gently and some neighbours make their way in the cold to town. The sun has not made much of an appearance in the last few days, giving me more reason to want to curl up with a book indoors.
Yet, as a self employed writer, the penchant is there to keep the grey cells working even during the festive period. My discovery of a copywriting agency in the UK has taught me to when possible, be quick and win writing tasks. This far, the tasks have been fun and fairly simple for a seasoned writer like me. All I need is a little discipline to sit down, research and write the articles within a stipulated time, namely two to three days. Payment is prompt and copywriters who are looking for a new source of income will find working in this manner beneficial.
At this time of year, when most people are off work and spending time with their families, I am happy to be in the profession I am. As a writer, I can take it easy but not stop writing totally as my kind of work can be carried out anytime and anywhere, with the advent of the internet, Google, Wikipedia and all the various social media networking websites.
Here’s wishing one and all a very Merry Christmas and a much better 2012. While we mope about the present economic crisis in this region, I believe there is hope yet for everyone who is willing to strive and work hard in the face of adversity. Living by the pen is not easy, but it gives one something to do and opens up new paths of opportunity.