Making a quick drive by. Coffee’s brewing. Time to get ready for our District 52 Spring Conference today. I’m to be the Evaluations Speech Contest Toastmasters, plus, I need to meet everyone at 6:00 a.m. to help set up.
I’m looking forward to my regular writing schedule again. Keep sending those blogs : )!
Janet
I’m Back!
I’m almost finished with the craziness. My fingertips are itching to type non-stop. I miss blogging and reading everyone’s blogs. I miss writing about the main characters in my novel, Stevie and Adam and their surrounding events.
Outside of Writing Realm: I’ve almost completed earning my Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) Designation. I’ll be the Evaluations Toastmaster on May 19th at the District 52 Spring Conference in Glendale, CA; I’m wrapping up my final responsibilities as Club President at Toastmasters 4 Writers in Burbank CA, and Division E Governor in Downtown LA, District 52.
Life is about change–expected and not expected. I am truly grateful for all the changes taking place in my life. I agree with my fellow Toastmaster colleague, Ricky Powell–the Happiness Guy–about being grateful. Gratitude opens many doors; it takes the weight of stress off your shoulders and opens your heart. Ricky writes down three things he’s grateful for everyday. It’s a wonderful exercise. I also use the “Magic Rock” exercise as my anchor. I hold it in my hand and think about something that I’m really grateful for the day–every day. Tonight, I held the rock and gave thanks for ending of my Toastmasters responsibilities and my job. Then I gave thanks for the new opportunities that await me.
My last day of work is on June 29th. I am no longer sad that my job is coming to an end. I’m focusing on getting a new job–a career–something that is challenging and fun. I’m also finishing up the first draft of my novel. Rewrites are on the horizon.
I’m joining a writers group; or possibly a salon. I’ll keep writing, blogging and job hunting and enjoy the wonders of life.
What are you grateful for? What changes await you?
The other day, I chose and put links for my Lucky 7 Memes. I apologize for not being very computer literate. Below are their websites. Check ‘em out.
Five Reflections, where you can read well crafted and descriptive haikus and short stories. See http://fivereflections.wordpress.com/
On Being a Teenage Writer. Mac is a genius. I love reading his blog and getting his perspective on things from a teen’s perspective. See http://onbeingateenagewriter.wordpress.com/
JenniferEaton.com Jennifer knows her stuff. I appreciate her tips and honesty. See http://jennifermeaton.com/
I like reading a quick 30 Minute Fiction: I appreciate Nick Roylnd’s blog. Here you can add your fictional works and interact with other writers. See http://30minfiction.wordpress.com/
Brian’s blog called “An Inked Life” shares original and unique short stories and his experiences as a writer, a father and husband. Sorry, I believe Brian’s starting up a new website–Brian please advise your new website.
If you are ready to Nail Your Novel, then be sure to read British extraordnaire Roz Morris’ blog. She’s a novelist and ghostwriter–and provides lots of useful writing advice. See http://nailyournovel.wordpress.com/
Be sure to check out Abominations. Novelist Marc Schuster’s writings resonate with me. I can’t wait to read The Grievers–coming out May 2012. See http://marcschuster.wordpress.com
All of you rock and inspire me to keep on writing. Thanks again Kirsten from A Scenic Route and Write A Book With Me. Go to: http://ascenicroute.wordpress.com and http://wabwm.com
Hopefully these will work. Happy Blogging.
I squeezed in a quick writing towards my Novel: My 10 word a day minimum ended up be a 316 quick-write this morning. Not bad for a busy person who doesn’t have time to write. I’m working out a struggle with my main protagonist, Stevie. She has a lot on her plate right now. I can’t reveal her confusion, but I do plan on posting a raw novel excerpt soon.
Off to work I go.
Credit: upsidetrader.com
Great news. I found my muses–and they weren’t under the couch. Actually they’ve been working with me all this time. Call me CRAZY, but my angel muses revealed themselves. I’d like to thank Kirsten from Write A Book With Me, for her encouragement.
Check ‘em out.
My Guidance Muse & Angel, Michael
I have a Kitty Muse and Angel too! Meet Sebastian
Gabrielle is my Creative Writing Muse & Angel
#writetip Did someone say writing was lonely? My advice, get a dog. Cali is visiting our boat, Mattina, for the day while her owners are off kiting. Cali has decided that she’s the one writing my novel. The only problem, she has trouble articulating story ideas.
I’ve made the main salon my writing platform and like to take over the entire table.
This has been one frustrating week. Today when I was writing, The Windows Security Shield blared, “You’re computer is infected. Files are being destroyed. Abandon your document immediately.” Then my anti-virus kicked in. My screen filled up with warnings, notifications and harmful file interceptions.
My old laptop seems to be working. But I’m still wary.
Thankfully, I’ve been emailing my updates to myself as well as using drop box for my most important documents. Today I wrote two paragraphs. But I didn’t lose 108 pages I’ve written so far. I consider this a win for me.
Versatile Blogger Award Nomination
Rules to follow:
Thank who nominated me.
THANK YOU to http://misskittyroads.wordpress.com/ for nominating my blog “Never2Late2Write” for Versatile Blogger. I am genuinely honored.
I am only allowed to nominate 15, I have many favorites and it was extremely difficult to choose, but I finally did and here is my list (I added some honorable mentions, they’ve been nominated for this award already but they are still some of my top favorites):
Honorable mentions:
A couple days ago, I decided to look up my friends (current and long lost) on Amazon to see what books they’ve published. I found several. I bought a Kindle Book from a long lost friend, Sheilah Brooks. I felt like we were chatting together. I regret that I didn’t take the time to support her in her writing journey. My loss. I truly miss her.
Which friend’s book are you going to read today?
