Are you writing for publication?

I write because I have to. I need food, water, air, shelter, and writing. I can live longer without all but air, than I could live without writing. I want publication and payment because to me this validates my work. I know it's good if somebody gives me cold, hard cash for it.

Do you use market guides for your submissions? I use Writer's Market, and Writer's Digest magazine to keep track of markets. THIS IS NOT A PLUG, just a statement of fact. I have recommended these to people, but it's just my personal preference.

Chriswriter