April 8, 2024
After a long 6 month break, I'm able to take a moment to breathe in the essence of my writing haven. I've come back to my 60,000 words. From the glint on my whiteboard, full of world-building wisdom, to the comfy nook where my wildest fantasises take shape -- this is where my tales unfold. This journey is a tough one, especially with fantasy in the mix, but every word penned is a step toward th writer I'm destined to be.
June 17, 2024
life is a relentless stream of demands of distractions. If I'm not careful, I'll blink and find myself at 95, with my lifelong dream of publishing a book still just that -- a dream. But a recent realization had dawned on me, sharpening into focus what truly matters: my time, energy, and peace are precious, and I must guard them fiercely.
As a writer, the journey to the final page is often paired with obstacles. The biggest hurdle is not always crafting the perfect character or plot twist; sometimes, it's imply about finding the time and mental space to write.
June 18, 2024
Four hours of worldbuilding today. My magical island is really starting to come to life. I am excited to see how it all continues to unfold.
July 15, 2024
I wish I could share that for nearly a month I have been nestled deep on my writing cloud, powering through thousands of words a day. This, of course, is not the case. Just as soon as I get settled back into my writing haven does my paying job need more attention, this kid is graduating,that kid is preparing for camp one week and home the next and the scale kindly reminds me that the gym needs to be added back to my daily routine. During busy seasons such as this, I often describe my life as the Cat in the Hat balancing act.
The other day, exhausted and feeling battered, I scrolled through social media and heard this quote, "The magic you are looking for in the work you are avoiding". This made me pause and reflect. Have I been filling my time with distractions to avoid facing the one task I know I should be dedicating myself to? Writing! I'm not sure if I want an answer to that question or not. What I do know is it's time to get back to the office and start getting serious. Cross your fingers! :)
August 1, 2021
Alone on Pearl Island, my character embarks on a quest to uncover the truth behind the mysterious behaviors. Time is running out, and the stakes are high. Racing against the clock and staying one step ahead before anyone notices. Truly alone, or is someone lurking in the shadows?
5,000 words in three days! I'm back in my writing zone and falling in love with this book.