It appears I need to do more diligent planning, to create more uninterrupted writing time in my day. The other day I only got 247 words finished in a short story, in less than 30 minutes.
I feel like the Mom and the Muffin story - one thing secretly blindsides me into doing something else. Or could I be inadvertently procrastinating?
I'm not giving up. I worked all my life for everyone else, and I deserve to do something that I have wanted to do for a long time, which has been delayed more and more, over the years.
I just need some cheer leaders to cheer me on. Got any pom poms?
The weather is up in the 40's, with high's expected in the 60's this Friday. Spring break is over, and the kids are back in school today. Hubby took the entire week off for vacation time as well. He booked a room at a local hotel, and let the kids swim from check in to check out. It was their last fling before school started. It think they enjoyed it. Even the older ones drove over later after goat milking, and had some fun. This is about the only "vacation" the kids get every winter, other than summer camping.
Our Spring Extreme Clean continues. We have started a list of much needed repairs and a wish list - new front screen door (metal hinges are broken), and new front room ceiling fan (broken and light fixture is worthless).
Yesterday, Hubby and I drove to Bass Pro and let the younger girls try out a bow. We earned $200.00 in gift cards from our health insurance (yes, they took away our co-pays last year, but gave us gift cards). We decided to use the cards to purchase one bow, some arrows, and a target. They have already been out practicing. One daughter may yet seek out an archery program (or team), if we can locate one. The nice part about this bow, is that even I can use it. It was the last "fun" thing we did before school started again.
Speaking of school, one already called and has forgotten her gym clothes.
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Because of you...I've decided to fan the flame inside myself to write.
I joined the nanowrimo last year. After I saw you mention it here. Without giving it much thought or commitment. I didn't write much...but just nosed around and found more encouragement there too.
I just put up a post about a book I purchased a couple of weeks ago, to help guide me, for now. I've done the first 2 assignments...It has been interesting for me.
Right now I'm finding the time in the evenings to do the small writing assignments. But at least it is something for me...a jumping off point. You know?
The spring break sounded fun. I know many families rent a room at local hotels for discounts, just to enjoy the amenities, gym, pool, etc. I'm sure your kiddos enjoyed it.
-- Waving the pom-poms! Pat
I don't even own a swim suit. Ha ha ha! I did use the time to go and write, while Hubby did some swimming with them. Hopefully next time, I will be more prepared to really enjoy it with them. I do enjoy writing too.