Friday, January 26, 2007
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Life juggles
Sometimes I feel as if I'm juggling a ton of glass balls.
There's the Christian ball.
There's the wife ball.
There's the mom ball.
There's the daughter-in-law ball (inlaws live with us).
There's the writer ball.
And there are countless other ones as well.
My problem is balancing all of these without losing my mind. Sometimes I feel I'm doing great in one area but two other balls are crashing to the floor. Sometimes I want to drop ALL the balls and run away from them.
It would be nice if I could be Superwoman, and cover all the areas of my life without a hitch - but it never seems to work out that way.
Am I the only one to feel this way?
There's the Christian ball.
There's the wife ball.
There's the mom ball.
There's the daughter-in-law ball (inlaws live with us).
There's the writer ball.
And there are countless other ones as well.
My problem is balancing all of these without losing my mind. Sometimes I feel I'm doing great in one area but two other balls are crashing to the floor. Sometimes I want to drop ALL the balls and run away from them.
It would be nice if I could be Superwoman, and cover all the areas of my life without a hitch - but it never seems to work out that way.
Am I the only one to feel this way?
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Writing goals for 2007
I already posted these on Dean Wesley Smith's site, but thought I'd put them here as well. I'll try to keep you up to date on how I'm doing with these goals throughout the year.
1) Write 10,000 words/week (weekly column counts towards this total)
2) Write at least 1 new short story/week
3) Complete 4 new novels in 2007 (cheating slightly on this one - counting a novel I finished the first draft on in December but will be working on 2nd draft next week).
So last week I got 6,012 words done (not quite 10,000 but a nice start) and 2 new short stories out.
Will keep you posted. :-)
1) Write 10,000 words/week (weekly column counts towards this total)
2) Write at least 1 new short story/week
3) Complete 4 new novels in 2007 (cheating slightly on this one - counting a novel I finished the first draft on in December but will be working on 2nd draft next week).
So last week I got 6,012 words done (not quite 10,000 but a nice start) and 2 new short stories out.
Will keep you posted. :-)
Sunday, January 07, 2007
Monday, January 01, 2007
Sunday, December 24, 2006
Merry Christmas!!
A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all!
"And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. {taxed: or, enrolled} (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. {taxed: or, inrolled} And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. {taxed: or, inrolled} And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. {watch: or, the night watches} And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men."
(Luke 2:1-14 KJV)
"And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. {taxed: or, enrolled} (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. {taxed: or, inrolled} And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. {taxed: or, inrolled} And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. {watch: or, the night watches} And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men."
(Luke 2:1-14 KJV)
Friday, December 22, 2006
Okay, this is just wrong...
I mean, if you don't like fast food, don't go there...
http://my.earthlink.net/article/str?guid=20061221/458a14d0_3ca6_1552620061221-367676292
http://my.earthlink.net/article/str?guid=20061221/458a14d0_3ca6_1552620061221-367676292
Monday, December 18, 2006
Mt. Hood Rescue
I have been riveted to Fox News watching updates about this. At this point, they have found the body of one of the climbers and they are continuing to search for the other 2, though hope is fading.
No one could mistake me for a mountain climber. I am, though, fascinated with those who do it and the risks they willingly take. I've read "Into Thin Air," and realize it is a sport that fascinates those who indulge in it.
My prayers go out to the familes of the hikers. For the family who lost a family member, and the others still waiting for hopefully good news.
No one could mistake me for a mountain climber. I am, though, fascinated with those who do it and the risks they willingly take. I've read "Into Thin Air," and realize it is a sport that fascinates those who indulge in it.
My prayers go out to the familes of the hikers. For the family who lost a family member, and the others still waiting for hopefully good news.
Friday, December 15, 2006
Meanwhile, back at the ranch...
I have to find a way (besides Tina nagging me) to remember to update this thing on a more regular basis!
So what have I been doing?
Writing and (this week at least) getting over a virus. Preparing to send queries out for a novel - a first for me.
And if you go to misssnark.blogspot.com, you'll see my first ever query get critiqued (and chewed up, but it's my first!) Mine is #24.
So what have I been doing?
Writing and (this week at least) getting over a virus. Preparing to send queries out for a novel - a first for me.
And if you go to misssnark.blogspot.com, you'll see my first ever query get critiqued (and chewed up, but it's my first!) Mine is #24.
Monday, December 04, 2006
Finished Nano...
With 3 and 1/2 hours to spare on November 30th, I got my 50,000 words verified.
Whew!
Whew!
Monday, November 27, 2006
A dangerous balloon
About 11:30 pm Thanksgiving night I was sitting on the couch typing my Nano novel and John was working on something on HIS laptop.
Then the power went off.
My poor mother-in-law was stuck in a very dark dining room. John and I still had the lights of our laptops to see by (let's hear it for batteries). James grabbed a flashlight and rescued his grandma.
Turns out a wayward balloon hit a power line and you know the rest of the story.
Power came back around 3 AM.
So is this the start of the holiday season?
Then the power went off.
My poor mother-in-law was stuck in a very dark dining room. John and I still had the lights of our laptops to see by (let's hear it for batteries). James grabbed a flashlight and rescued his grandma.
Turns out a wayward balloon hit a power line and you know the rest of the story.
Power came back around 3 AM.
So is this the start of the holiday season?
Thursday, November 23, 2006
Happy Thanksgiving!!
May your turkey be moist,
Your mashed potatoes at the perfect consistency,
Your cranberry sauce come out of the can,
Your pies be flakey,
And your dishes washed by someone else!
Your mashed potatoes at the perfect consistency,
Your cranberry sauce come out of the can,
Your pies be flakey,
And your dishes washed by someone else!
Friday, November 17, 2006
Writers beware
Check this link out - if you are serious about being a published writer and/or are participating in National Novel Writing Month this is important!
http://accrispin.blogspot.com/2006/11/ac-crispin-66-nanowrimo-write-in.html#links
http://accrispin.blogspot.com/2006/11/ac-crispin-66-nanowrimo-write-in.html#links
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Ok, I can't make stuff like this up...
I hope this link works. If it doesn't, let me know and I'll find a way to print this...
http://my.earthlink.net/article/str?guid=20061116/455bf050_3421_1334520061116873820706
http://my.earthlink.net/article/str?guid=20061116/455bf050_3421_1334520061116873820706
Monday, November 13, 2006
Adjusting to all kinds of things...
I upgraded to the new Blogger beta and am having to adjust to the new stuff. Fun, fun, fun.
On Saturday we moved my in-laws into our home (if you think that's a bad idea please keep it to yourself - the deed is done). That also takes adjustment as we get used to two more people living with us and adjusting to blending our families. An adjustment, but a necessary one.
Meanwhile, I'm trying to catch up with my writing, having lost several days due to being in Vegas and moving in the folks. Got a little over 2300 words in today - not bad.
And next week college kid will be home! :-)
On Saturday we moved my in-laws into our home (if you think that's a bad idea please keep it to yourself - the deed is done). That also takes adjustment as we get used to two more people living with us and adjusting to blending our families. An adjustment, but a necessary one.
Meanwhile, I'm trying to catch up with my writing, having lost several days due to being in Vegas and moving in the folks. Got a little over 2300 words in today - not bad.
And next week college kid will be home! :-)
Sunday, November 05, 2006
Lost in Las Vegas
All I wanted was a sandwich.
So far today I spent a lot of time resting - allergies were flaring and my body was tired.
I decided around 1 o'clock to go get a quick bite to eat. I knew there was a Subway somewhere in the casino.
I found the Subway and got my six-inch meatball sub. I remembered near the lobby was a dessert shop that had something they called Chocolate Decadence. Sounds good, right?
I couldn't find the way back to the lobby.
I wandered around the casino. I wandered OUTSIDE the casino. I wandered back into the casino.
The direction signs were less than helpful.
I finally stumbled across a familiar path and got to the lobby and my dessert.
Maybe I need breadcrumbs to leave when I go get food!
So far today I spent a lot of time resting - allergies were flaring and my body was tired.
I decided around 1 o'clock to go get a quick bite to eat. I knew there was a Subway somewhere in the casino.
I found the Subway and got my six-inch meatball sub. I remembered near the lobby was a dessert shop that had something they called Chocolate Decadence. Sounds good, right?
I couldn't find the way back to the lobby.
I wandered around the casino. I wandered OUTSIDE the casino. I wandered back into the casino.
The direction signs were less than helpful.
I finally stumbled across a familiar path and got to the lobby and my dessert.
Maybe I need breadcrumbs to leave when I go get food!
I'm in Vegas....
I am spending a few days in Las Vegas to attend a writers and firearms seminar (yes, you read that correctly).
I got here a day early and I am glad I did, for jet lag is in full force here. There is a three hour time difference between Vegas and Florida - which means by the time I staggered into my hotel room last night I was exhausted.
Plus, all the restaurants, etc., are in the casino area, where there is a lot of smoking going on. My allergies are not fond of cigarrete smoke.
BUT, I am looking forward to meeting up with some fellow writers and attending the seminar. Plus today I'm going to take some time to work on a new novel.
I got here a day early and I am glad I did, for jet lag is in full force here. There is a three hour time difference between Vegas and Florida - which means by the time I staggered into my hotel room last night I was exhausted.
Plus, all the restaurants, etc., are in the casino area, where there is a lot of smoking going on. My allergies are not fond of cigarrete smoke.
BUT, I am looking forward to meeting up with some fellow writers and attending the seminar. Plus today I'm going to take some time to work on a new novel.
Thursday, November 02, 2006
The insanity that is Nano...
...otherwise known as National Novel Writing Month, officially began yesterday. 50,000 words in 30 days. Sanity not only not required, but could hinder you. :-)
Anyone who is curious about it can click here. Warning: thing loads slowly.
Anyone who is curious about it can click here. Warning: thing loads slowly.
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