I don't even want to write this post! No, seriously, I'm freaking out. I'm going through one of those phases where even going to my blogger page makes me cringe. And I know I should write more blog posts and definitely visit other blogs but all I really want to do is work on my second draft. Or sleep. Yeah, I pretty much just want to sleep.
All right, so I'll take this one step at a time. The Valentine's Day cupcakes were a big hit at my work. Of course all two dozen were gone in about five seconds because I work with vultures, so I had to stash a few for some of my favorite people. No one made any snide comments about them being the same cupcakes from my book, so I guess no one has made it to chapter three...boo hiss. Not a single cupcake erection...
As for the New York trip, it was fun but did not really live up to my expectations. It was just too cold to really go out and do anything that actually happens in my book...like wandering around Central Park. I did manage to sneak in a few food moments, of course. I guess I'll have to go back during a warmer month if I really want that picnic. Plus I was just waaaaaaaaaaay too tired from work the day before to go wandering around. We did, of course, see Jonathan Groff's show at Lincoln Center, which was so awesome I have no words. And I did not take a single picture of anything...not even food...sorry. *apologetic shrug* I did, however, only wear gray and blue all weekend (my novel colors) and looked damn good doing it, if I do say so myself. But for the most part we were hermits in the hotel room. It was nice to just get away, though, and you know, not be at work.
I'm almost done with the seventh chapter of my second draft. Which is great, but I do wish at least one person would acknowledge the fact that they're reading it. The responses have dwindled down to nothing. I have had a few people tell me that they're waiting to read the whole thing to comment, which is fine, but I'm kind of an attention whore and need at least a little acknowledgement, especially when I think it's a really exciting moment in the book. Oh well, we'll see how it goes. In Chapter Eight, my characters have their first "date" so maybe that will create some interest.
And for some strange reason (always blame the muse!) I'm developing an idea for a new novel. I know, I know--what the hell is wrong with me? I think it's a cute story idea but needs a lot more thought before I'm putting pen to paper. But at least it will give me something to work on once I've finished the second draft and sent out my queries. Ah! Queries! More anxiety!
I still have no idea what my theme should be for the A to Z challenge, but luckily my staycation from work is the last week in March right before it begins, so there's plenty of time to figure it out!
Ok, I think I'm done. I do have a tendency to ramble, don't I? Oh! Just a quick mention, Shay De Flory over at Blue Bic Blog just had her 100th post and gave my blog a shout out, so I thought I'd return the favor! Check it out!
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I love staycations! Course, all our vacations are those, but anytime I don't have to be at work is a good time. *flings confetti* Glad you had fun on your trip!
ReplyDeleteI feel like vacations where you take trips are just as stressful as being at work and you have absolutely no time to rest, so yay for staycations!
DeleteWhat a great reason to take another trip!! Everyone gets blog anxiety from time to time - I do it all the time, but I am always reassured by my lovely blog visitors that it doesn't matter if I don't post for a while or if I don't visit other blogs when I'm busy. So, it's okay - relax and don't beat yourself up about it!
ReplyDeleteSometimes you just need a break. It's good to know that when you come back people will still visit!
DeleteAww thanks for the return shout and don't worry, as writers I think we all do the "attention" thing.
ReplyDeleteI tried to play it cool with a mate who read mine and I managed....but the second she finished? Yeah, the whoring began, lol.
It's frustrating because I don't want to bother people but I'm sort of desperate for attention, lol. Hopefully there will be more responses once everyone's read the whole thing.
DeleteI saw the title of your post in my reader and I feel like I've found a kindred spirit. ;) I've been sitting on a so-called draft for my next blog post and, just like you, I go to my blogger dash and suddenly find something better to do, like laundry (though you've got it down that at least you're working on a draft). Are you hard-set on having a theme for the A-Z challenge? I thought it was optional...
ReplyDeleteI guess I don't HAVE to have a theme...but I definitely need to do some planning or I know I'll just be coming up with every post on the day I post them, and then they probably won't be any good.
DeleteDara and Sarah, I'm on the same page as you both! I try and write a blog at least once a week, but find myself anxious over the topic and content. I'm always hoping I'll be able to write something meaningful and different.
DeleteI've heard of the A-Z challenge, but haven't yet participated. Perhaps now will be a great opportunity to try it out! :) Thank you for the inspiration. I'm thinking a staycation sounds perfect!
Anna
My Writing Blog.
Waiting for people to read your stuff and get back to you is always stressful. Best to keep yourself distracted with cakes and writing, so I think you're on the right track.
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Moody Writing
Congrats on making so much headway on your second draft! And watch out for those New Book Ideas. They'll get you if you let your guard down. :)
ReplyDeleteDarn people and their unobservant cupcake consumption. I'm sorry you weren't able to get out and see much of the city. You never want to be there in the winter. Even if it wasn't cold, there's just this emotional gloom that hangs over the whole place--too many disgruntled people all crammed together. I can totally do the city in the summer.
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