You know, the one I've spent the past two days working on? The one that is really hard to get right, but so important to the story? The one that I can't proceed with the story until I complete it?
Yeah, that one.
It stinks. I'm trashing it.
*sigh* Back to the drawing board. (My Inner Editor is purring like a kitten.)
In other random news, my one year blogiversary is coming up. I should probably have some fun contest with prizes and laughter and games. Hmm . . . well, stay tuned.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Saturday, February 14, 2009
A Valenties Day Love Letter
This post is dedicated to my husband, and every other man with a writer wife :)
On this, the day of love, my mind naturally turns to my husband. I could spend an entire post rattling off the many reasons why I think he is the BEST, hottest, most wonderful husband. (Believe me, I could.) But, I'll share that list with him, and spare you all the nausea.
However, I think that there is one thing that many of us writer wives and mothers can agree on. And that is the invaluable support of our men. I think each relationship varies, but there is a common thread of love and patience that husbands show to us, their wives.
It can be as simple as withholding that grimace when they come home (yet again) to a house in disarray. Maybe they'll clean up that house themselves, to give you time to write. How many times has that husband entertained the kids on a weekend while you are upstairs typing away? And how many times has he settled down with a book or a tv show in the evenings, when the two of you could be spending quality time, but you have been overcome with the need to finish that new chapter?
Sometimes, the support takes on a different style. Our husbands are our personal sounding boards. We discuss stories, characters, plot twists. Voluntarily, or not. :) But, sometimes your writing is all you think about, and therefore all you talk about. Further down the road, husbands read our stories, and give us honest feedback. That's actually a wonderful thing about a husband beta: he doesn't sugar coat. (At least, mine doesn't. :) But, I'm very grateful for it.)
And finally, husbands are there for us in the darker moments. When we get the dreaded writer's block. When our insecurities overwhelm us and we are ready to give up. When the rejection letters start to pile up. Our husbands are there, telling us to never give up on our dreams.
So, to all you wonderful husbands out there, we, your writer wives say, "Thank you!" We know that we might not live up to the dream of the Domestic Goddess, but you didn't want that anyway (right?) And that's why we love you. You are there for us, despite our flaws, helping us to achieve our dreams. And that's why we love you. You make the rough road a little more bearable, and a lot more enjoy able. And that's why we love you.
On this, the day of love, my mind naturally turns to my husband. I could spend an entire post rattling off the many reasons why I think he is the BEST, hottest, most wonderful husband. (Believe me, I could.) But, I'll share that list with him, and spare you all the nausea.
However, I think that there is one thing that many of us writer wives and mothers can agree on. And that is the invaluable support of our men. I think each relationship varies, but there is a common thread of love and patience that husbands show to us, their wives.
It can be as simple as withholding that grimace when they come home (yet again) to a house in disarray. Maybe they'll clean up that house themselves, to give you time to write. How many times has that husband entertained the kids on a weekend while you are upstairs typing away? And how many times has he settled down with a book or a tv show in the evenings, when the two of you could be spending quality time, but you have been overcome with the need to finish that new chapter?
Sometimes, the support takes on a different style. Our husbands are our personal sounding boards. We discuss stories, characters, plot twists. Voluntarily, or not. :) But, sometimes your writing is all you think about, and therefore all you talk about. Further down the road, husbands read our stories, and give us honest feedback. That's actually a wonderful thing about a husband beta: he doesn't sugar coat. (At least, mine doesn't. :) But, I'm very grateful for it.)
And finally, husbands are there for us in the darker moments. When we get the dreaded writer's block. When our insecurities overwhelm us and we are ready to give up. When the rejection letters start to pile up. Our husbands are there, telling us to never give up on our dreams.
So, to all you wonderful husbands out there, we, your writer wives say, "Thank you!" We know that we might not live up to the dream of the Domestic Goddess, but you didn't want that anyway (right?) And that's why we love you. You are there for us, despite our flaws, helping us to achieve our dreams. And that's why we love you. You make the rough road a little more bearable, and a lot more enjoy able. And that's why we love you.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
A windfall
In the past two months, you have all had to endure my whining about my lack of writing time, since I am living with one family and near another. Well, by some serendipitous chance, BOTH families are out of town for the week! YES!
heh, that sounds mean. I really do love my families! Very much. But, I am secretly giddy at this time of no distractions. Therefore, I am going to use this windfall of time to the fullest. I want to see just how much I can get done in a week. Maybe finish PAMR? We'll see. I need to discipline myself if that's going to happen. And that means no blogging. And no checking of blogs. Sorry, but you guys are just too much fun, and you take up too much of my time.
Therefore, I'm signing off until the weekend. So, adios. I'll miss you all. But, now, I gotta go write! Yippee! :)
heh, that sounds mean. I really do love my families! Very much. But, I am secretly giddy at this time of no distractions. Therefore, I am going to use this windfall of time to the fullest. I want to see just how much I can get done in a week. Maybe finish PAMR? We'll see. I need to discipline myself if that's going to happen. And that means no blogging. And no checking of blogs. Sorry, but you guys are just too much fun, and you take up too much of my time.
Therefore, I'm signing off until the weekend. So, adios. I'll miss you all. But, now, I gotta go write! Yippee! :)
Friday, February 6, 2009
Photoshop Friday
So, I think I am going to start a new feature. Photo essays every Friday. Why? Because I like it. :)
Today's Title: The Great Grammatical Revolution*
*I want to make a quick disclaimer to all of you who so boldly defend the fortress of true and correct grammar. This is all in good fun. So, don't be mad at me.
Have you noticed a trend in the writing community? People with such passion for grammar that they actually become enraged at the sight of poor or improper use of the English language. People who find it their duty to correct and defend the written and spoken word. People who quote Strunk and White with the same passion as a Red Guard quoting Mao's Little Red Book. In fact, I've found the similarities between Grammar Nazis and the Red Guard to be chillingly accurate.
"Struggle against the impure! Struggle against those who do not use grammar correctly! Cleanse the world of LOLspeak!!!!!"
Today's Title: The Great Grammatical Revolution*
*I want to make a quick disclaimer to all of you who so boldly defend the fortress of true and correct grammar. This is all in good fun. So, don't be mad at me.
Have you noticed a trend in the writing community? People with such passion for grammar that they actually become enraged at the sight of poor or improper use of the English language. People who find it their duty to correct and defend the written and spoken word. People who quote Strunk and White with the same passion as a Red Guard quoting Mao's Little Red Book. In fact, I've found the similarities between Grammar Nazis and the Red Guard to be chillingly accurate.
"Struggle against the impure! Struggle against those who do not use grammar correctly! Cleanse the world of LOLspeak!!!!!"
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Imagine my delight!
So, as many of you know, my computer has problems. ESPECIALLY my Microsoft Word. (Grrrr.) Anyway, today I learned that good things can come from malfunctioning software. In a nut shell, if I want my Word to work properly, I have to open two files from My Documents, my WiP and then a random one, close the random one, and THEN Word works fine. Confusing, I know.
At any rate, today I opened my WiP, and then went to open/close another file so that I could get started. One file name caught my eye. Outline Erik. I vaguely remembered that Erik was a story that I started about three years ago, but never got past page 40 (you know, that old song and dance.) But, apparently, I had made an outline for the story.
Well, imagine my delight as I read and realized that the story TOTALLY ROCKS!! Seriously! I'm quite giddy. Now, I have a full outline for a very cool story, AND I feel like now I have the ability to actually write that story well!
Don't get me wrong, I'm still all about PAMR, but it's pretty sweet to know that, once I'm done, I'll have a brand new idea to work on. So, for once, I don't hate my lame computer! :)
At any rate, today I opened my WiP, and then went to open/close another file so that I could get started. One file name caught my eye. Outline Erik. I vaguely remembered that Erik was a story that I started about three years ago, but never got past page 40 (you know, that old song and dance.) But, apparently, I had made an outline for the story.
Well, imagine my delight as I read and realized that the story TOTALLY ROCKS!! Seriously! I'm quite giddy. Now, I have a full outline for a very cool story, AND I feel like now I have the ability to actually write that story well!
Don't get me wrong, I'm still all about PAMR, but it's pretty sweet to know that, once I'm done, I'll have a brand new idea to work on. So, for once, I don't hate my lame computer! :)
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Regarding my decision
First off, I want to say thanks to everyone who offered kind words on my last post. You guys are all so nice. You made me smile. Janey, you made me laugh out loud. :) To all of you, I send my appreciation. You guys are the best!
In truth, this is a decision that I have made for many reasons. And I have thought this through a GREAT deal. And I feel good about it. That's why I made the photo essay with the silly/creepy clowns and ship sailing off to the Gray Havens. (Lord of the Rings inside joke. Why yes, I am a nerd. :)
Anyway, I want you all to know these things.
1. No way on earth am I giving up writing. No way. Or my dreams of publication. Absolutely not. I am just turning my focus now to book two.
2. I do not set Miss Midas aside with any feelings of, "This book sucked." On the contrary, I still love it. A lot. I just feel that I need to put it away for a while. And, who knows, I just might come back to it one day.
3. I feel good. Better than I have in a while. :)
In truth, this is a decision that I have made for many reasons. And I have thought this through a GREAT deal. And I feel good about it. That's why I made the photo essay with the silly/creepy clowns and ship sailing off to the Gray Havens. (Lord of the Rings inside joke. Why yes, I am a nerd. :)
Anyway, I want you all to know these things.
1. No way on earth am I giving up writing. No way. Or my dreams of publication. Absolutely not. I am just turning my focus now to book two.
2. I do not set Miss Midas aside with any feelings of, "This book sucked." On the contrary, I still love it. A lot. I just feel that I need to put it away for a while. And, who knows, I just might come back to it one day.
3. I feel good. Better than I have in a while. :)
Saturday, January 31, 2009
A Photo Essay
In recent weeks, some of you may have noticed that my blog, and perhaps my online persona has seemed somewhat like this:
What can I say, it's been a lousy month for me. Fact of the matter is, I am a very cheerful person normally. I like being happy. Being happy rocks. I want my outlook on life to reflect this:
You know, there comes a point in every writer's life when they have to make tough choices. When all is said and done, what is the end goal? What are the real priorities? Well, ladies and gents, I've reached a crossroads, and for once, I think I finally know what to do. How I can get more of those happy clowns in my life again. All I'll say is this:
What can I say, it's been a lousy month for me. Fact of the matter is, I am a very cheerful person normally. I like being happy. Being happy rocks. I want my outlook on life to reflect this:
You know, there comes a point in every writer's life when they have to make tough choices. When all is said and done, what is the end goal? What are the real priorities? Well, ladies and gents, I've reached a crossroads, and for once, I think I finally know what to do. How I can get more of those happy clowns in my life again. All I'll say is this:
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