So it has become glaringly obvious that I'm in desperate need of a plan. A strict, iron-clad, if-you-don't-follow-it-you-will-be-violently-mauled-by-werewolves plan. We are nearing the middle of October and I am nowhere closer to my writerly goals than I was when this month started. I've allowed myself to be sucked into other things: TV, music, books, the internet. You name it, I'm doing/reading/watching/listening to it.
Prime example: I had two consecutive days off. Not just any days off, I had Saturday AND Sunday off. Which never, ever happens and probably won't ever happen again. And, aside from chores here and there, do you know what I did with my time? I read. And read, and read. I finally jumped on The Hunger Games train and I seriously couldn't put the book down. I went from being on page 8 Saturday morning to finishing the book early this morning. I couldn't tear myself away. Which is unusual for me, considering this is not my usual reading material. But I can officially say, I know what all the fuss is about and I approve. My last encounter with Young Adult fiction was the Twilight series. And...yeah, I didn't enjoy the experience. The Hunger Games, though...I'm anxiously waiting to get my hands on the second installment.
But I didn't write. Or even think about writing. Not once all weekend. I am ashamed of myself. Okay, maybe not ashamed. But disappointed. Nah, not that, either. I had a good weekend. A much needed respite from the stress I put on myself to get to work. And I read a great book. It was a win-win weekend. But the work week has returned and with it a renewed pressure to get back to my writing.
It's Monday, by the way. And I'm kind of fond of sharing music with all of you, so here are a couple songs for your listening pleasure:
Delta Goodrem is an artist I've mentioned before. She's wildly successful in Australia but not so much here in the States. Even so, I love her. She's got a beautiful voice and loads of songwriting talent. Not to mention those piano skills. This song is one of my all-time favorites:
I love Jewel. She has a way with words that can make me smile or sigh or bring tears to my eyes. This song is a definite favorite of mine:
Anyone who knows me knows that I am a huge LeAnn Rimes fan. I don't really know what it is, but I have loved her since I was thirteen. This song is pure gorgeousness. I do believe it's one of the best songs ever written, with its simple message and honest lyrics. I hope you guys are as inspired by it as I and countless others have been:
Anyway, I've got to get to work. Hope everyone has a great Monday!
Prime example: I had two consecutive days off. Not just any days off, I had Saturday AND Sunday off. Which never, ever happens and probably won't ever happen again. And, aside from chores here and there, do you know what I did with my time? I read. And read, and read. I finally jumped on The Hunger Games train and I seriously couldn't put the book down. I went from being on page 8 Saturday morning to finishing the book early this morning. I couldn't tear myself away. Which is unusual for me, considering this is not my usual reading material. But I can officially say, I know what all the fuss is about and I approve. My last encounter with Young Adult fiction was the Twilight series. And...yeah, I didn't enjoy the experience. The Hunger Games, though...I'm anxiously waiting to get my hands on the second installment.
But I didn't write. Or even think about writing. Not once all weekend. I am ashamed of myself. Okay, maybe not ashamed. But disappointed. Nah, not that, either. I had a good weekend. A much needed respite from the stress I put on myself to get to work. And I read a great book. It was a win-win weekend. But the work week has returned and with it a renewed pressure to get back to my writing.
It's Monday, by the way. And I'm kind of fond of sharing music with all of you, so here are a couple songs for your listening pleasure:
Delta Goodrem is an artist I've mentioned before. She's wildly successful in Australia but not so much here in the States. Even so, I love her. She's got a beautiful voice and loads of songwriting talent. Not to mention those piano skills. This song is one of my all-time favorites:
I love Jewel. She has a way with words that can make me smile or sigh or bring tears to my eyes. This song is a definite favorite of mine:
Anyone who knows me knows that I am a huge LeAnn Rimes fan. I don't really know what it is, but I have loved her since I was thirteen. This song is pure gorgeousness. I do believe it's one of the best songs ever written, with its simple message and honest lyrics. I hope you guys are as inspired by it as I and countless others have been:
Anyway, I've got to get to work. Hope everyone has a great Monday!