Deep into draft one of novel two, my main character cavorts and chortles in my writing closet. I don’t worry about quality at this stage. It’s all about populating a page with raveling words. Many revisions will shape them into a book for the reading public. Writing the first draft is like donning flowing robes and dancing in the forest to a song that only you hear. No telling what moves you’ll discover in that free and uninhibited space.
Putting judgement aside primes my mind to accept ideas that are clearly not my own. Writers will attest to the magic of characters showing you a better way, like a Ouija Board with a mind of its own. Suddenly your fingers are going to new combinations of letters on the keyboard, forming adventitious (not a typo) words and phrases. My main character is so much smarter than the girl I first imagined, and a new friend has joined her on her journey. Where did she come from? Will she be present until the end? What role will she play? I don’t yet know, but our writing sessions are a lot more fun with her joining us.
Exploring Up Close…
I recently went exploring with two of our granddaughters. We donned safari hats, carried tote bags with snacks and a magnifying glass tucked into one pocket. I love that our new home came with a green space across the street, something I missed in our townhome that we moved from last year. You forget how…
Quote of the Week…
“Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for.” Zig Ziglar, 1926- 2012
My Easter Basket…
Happy Easter Monday, the second day of Easter Week which is sometimes called the Octave of Easter; eight days spanning from Easter Sunday to “Bright” Sunday. In the Christian tradition, the miracle of Christ’s resurrection is the most holy of celebrations. Easter stands for rebirth and renewal, perfectly coinciding with the bright green promise of…
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