No post tonight…
Today was a long work day, so no post tonight.
Archive for January 2011
A Case for Critique Groups
While every writer inevitably writes alone, there comes a time when most writers want or need feedback. Does the story work? Do your sentences flow? Does a certain character seem real enough? Is there a better or more creative way to describe something? Who do we often look to for those critical answers? Family. Having family read your work is good for the spirit, but unless they’re a writer or […]
You know you’re tired when…
You know you’re tired when: You get up long enough to go downstairs, then immediately settle into the rocking chair with a blanket to rest and watch movies because you can’t figure out what to eat for breakfast. Morning turns to afternoon without you noticing. Just to prove you can, you get up and move to the recliner. You decide you’re cold, but sit there freezing because the blanket is […]
Today was a Good Day
No writing today. Instead, I finished deep-cleaning the house in preparation for having some new friends over for dinner. I really enjoyed meeting them. We seem to have a lot of interests in common, and hope to see them again. They were very sweet and funny, and make a lovely couple. It’s nice to spend time with people who are clearly happy together. The husband outdid himself cooking a tasting […]
Vacation’s Almost Over
On Monday I’m heading back to work after two weeks of vacation. I thoroughly enjoyed my time off, and although I know I’ll have to hit the ground running come Monday, I’m kinda looking forward to it. Don’t get me wrong–if I could, I would stay at home and write full time. Maybe if I win the lottery. (I think you have to buy a ticket to do that, though, […]
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