06 May 2015

Another Crazy Month

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So it's finally May and the A to Z Challenge is over. Most bloggers would want to take a second to breathe. Well, not me, apparently. I feel as though this month is going to be just as psychotic as the last, only with less focus. I've got so much going on and so much I need to do and I feel like it's impossible.

First of all, I'd really like to keep the blogging momentum going, which is great in theory, but can be exhausting. It's mostly because I haven't missed or skipped a day at all this year (I've posted every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, except of course for April where I posted every day except Sundays!). I'd really just like to keep that going. There are two major problems I see, however: running out of ideas and just burning out.

Then, of course, like the crazy person that I am, I decided to host a blogfest at the end of the month (see shameless plug below). It's not like it was a spur of the moment idea. I've been thinking about it for months. But it's still a big thing to take on.

I also really really really want to finish rewriting/editing Uneven Lines by next month so I can do Pitmad. I don't think it's going to happen but I'm probably not going to officially give up until that day comes. It's the rewriting that drives me nuts. You'd think after four years and writing it three times already, I would have figured out how to properly end this book. Nope!

And then there's life stuff. My fiance and I are trying to figure out what to do with our lives, where we want to move to, when we want to get married, yada yada. My money is close to gone so I have to figure out what to do about that and I spend pretty much every second of every day doing crowdsource work just because it's something. And we're also going to Florida at the end of the month for his grandfather's 80th birthday, and I'm all in a panic wondering if they have wifi because if they don't that means I can't blog or work or pay my bills and I will just be a nervous wreck.

*deep breath* All right, I'll wrap this up before it turns into a novel. Maybe I just need to take a little time each day to relax. Drink tea or do yoga or something. Or try to schedule myself. Oh, who am I kidding? That never works! I'll probably just continue to live life like a chicken with its head cut off!

SHAMELESS PLUG!!!!

For my fourth blogging anniversary, I'm hosting a blogfest! It's a party where you can come and bring your muse or a character from one of your books. Click the picture to get all of the info and sign up! It's happening on May 25 and all you have to do is answer some questions about you and your muse, some of the things you like, and how much fun you'd have at my virtual party! So join in!!! :D


21 comments:

  1. The problem with writing is that there's no definite finish - to the working day, to the novel, to the edits... they could all go on forever if you let them. I think taking a deep breath is a good idea. And enjoy your trip to Florida :-)

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  2. Ah, Sarah. I totally get the time constraints. I'm currently battling through a blogging struggle. This is the first time in four years of blogging that I've encountered this. It's been tough. Guess we both will just have to chin up. Sending you positive vibes....

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  3. Breathe, Sarah, breathe! Try not to put so much pressure on yourself. Everything will work out. :)

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  4. Wish I had your energy! I used to post three times a week back in the day, but there was no way I could keep that up. I'm happy with posting just on Mondays. It's a balance.

    You've got a lot going on right now, and it seems like you're at a crossroads with your life. Nothing wrong with stepping back just to be alone with your thoughts.

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  5. Arg! Rewriting and editing are the worst. I'd rather sit around all day and plot out stories instead. Just hang in there. You'll eventually get it done.

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  6. I'm really glad that you're doing your blogfest because I feel like we need something after A to Z and there hadn't been any blog hops (at least that I saw or did) during the first few months of the year. I already have my part of the Muse Party done and ready to go. :D

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  7. I think it's awesome that you KEEP GOING. That definitely counts for a lot. The rest will work itself out =) So pumped for the blogfest!

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  8. Ugh, money-stress is the worst! Try not to worry, if you can - it really will all work out. You can always find a little cafe with wifi if you need to :)

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  9. Deep breath! You definitely have a lot going on. Good luck with everything!

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  10. Lack of money always equals stress! I will slink back to my meager once a month postings for IWSG. *Hangs head in shame* Not really, because I'll be focused on my writing!! I might possibly do PitMad this June. It will be okay, just make a plan, schedule yourself silly and you and your fiance will be just fine!

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  11. Sounds like you're one busy person! But you're working, and working hard. Best of luck on not burning out, and try to enjoy your trip to Florida. :) We'll all be here when you get back, whether or not you have wifi.

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  12. My problem with consistently blogging is both burnout and lack of things to say. Especially with the nicer weather, and that constant nagging negativity I'm into. Grrr. My blog is starting to look like advertising site for other's books as filler.

    Good luck. You have such a positive attitude I am sure you will accomplish all the necessary stuff.

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  13. Ooh, the blog hop sounds like fun! It's been a long time since I last did a blog hop. I really need to get back into blogging.

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  14. Deep breath! You'll find WiFi somewhere.
    Pace yourself. It is easy to burn out.
    Looking forward to your blogfest even if I don't have a muse.

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  15. Like others have said, Deep Breath! You can do it.

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  16. Blogging can totally be exhausting. Those that don't know, don't know b/c they haven't tried it! =) Try to avoid that burnout though! And what a cool idea for a blogfest...

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  17. Ooh, I love your blogfest theme! I have a special guest that day, so I'm going to have to check the length of his post before I can jump in. I might be able to . . .

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  18. Sounds like fun! I'm still trying to get my bearings...we moved and just got Internet access yesterday...if I can get caught up on reading everyone's blogs, I may jump in!

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  19. I'm super excited for your anniversary bloghop at the end of the month! It's been fun getting to know you on #azchats all month, so glad to support. :)
    Don't stress the WiFi - Starbucks is everywhere. If you need to you can go sit for a bit, I'm sure!

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  20. Oh my God, you do crowdsource, too?! lol

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  21. My biggest source of stress is definitely money. I worry about it constantly. I think you deserve a big congratulations for managing not to miss any blog posts this year! Go you!! I wish I was that dedicated - I'm trying to keep up the momentum from the challenge too, but failing a bit at the minute haha. Just take a deep breath, relax, and everything will work out in the end :). LOVE the idea for your blogfest - think I might go and sign up right now :)

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