Yesterday, I had two comments from two different people that made me realize how much time writing takes. I visited a friend whom I hadn't seen since October. She said she didn't see me much anymore. I always use the excuse that I've been busy. Kids, school activities, the library, house work, and helping hubby out with farming are always good excuses. I never mention that I've been busy writing. I always feel a little guilty not talking about writing, but I find it's easier to talk to strangers and online acquaintances about it. The second was a question from my eldest. She asked me why I never bake anymore, except for school and church functions. My answer was simple. The time I would spend in the afternoon baking, I use for writing instead. She proceeded to ask me if I would bake more when I get my book published. I replied I probably wouldn't, since I'll be writing my next book! The poor kid!
I wish I could see my time clock for the totals hours I've spent researching, plotting, writing, revising, formatting, etc. Writing is a lonely business, and I think it's for those who don't mind being alone at times. I remember my mother used to voice her concerns that I liked to spend a great deal of time alone. No worries, Mom. I'm was just exercising my brain and storytelling muscles.
I recently saw Josh Groban and Lindsey Stirling's video for Pure Imagination. This should be a theme song for all writers. Josh has a beautiful, powerful voice! Skip to 1:40 to get to the song.
As the school year comes to a close, I am busy editing and formatting my manuscript. It's starting to look more like a novel.
