The post title says exactly what I’m going through right now. It’s summer. Relatives are visiting. (Sleeping as I type this. My beagle is snoring behind me. My English setter is downstairs. Husband is kayaking with my brother. The cat could be anywhere.) When I have free time, I’m frantically working on what I hope is one last revision of CATTITUDE. I’m more than halfway done. (Yay!!!!) My visitors will be leaving today, then returning on Friday. I’ll try my best to finish the revision by then.
For my revisions, the story structure is the same (thank God!), but I’m changing and deepening motivations. I’m rewriting every scene one secondary character is in. (EEEEEK!) I’m making other changes along the way, but they aren’t as major. I’m paying attention to each sentence, because sometimes it’s easy for my eyes to slide by and not realize that, oops, it doesn’t fit the new version.
The changes should make the book stronger, so I’m glad I’m doing it. I joined a new online group too. I’m trying to participate, but it’s hard to find time. Later I should do more. Right now family and CATTITUDE are my priorities.
And I’m excited because I’m going to the RWA National Convention in Orlando!!!!! Yay!!!!! I’m traveling with an awesome friend and staying in a timeshare with her and some other fun writers. I won’t be registered, so you can probably find me in the bar. I’ll bring my new Kindle and will be reading on it. We’re planning to go to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park. It’s going to be fun. I feel lucky to have great friends.
I have great books too that I’m reading. One on Kindle and one in paperback. I’m stealing time to read them, but they’re worth it. Both are written by friends! (Friends and family seem to be a theme of this post. Also, excessive exclamation marks.)
All in all, this is a crazy busy and crazy fun summer. How is your summer doing?
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WOW! Your summer is way better than mine. So far I’m scheduled for minor surgery, colonoscopy and praying house sells. Other than that, just a few day trips, one this week where I’ll meet New Mommy’s Baby G, the high-pooint of the summer.
Plus, reading Kindle, too. Don’t you just adore that little thing?
Kath, how much fun meeting Baby G! And good luck with the minor surgery and colonoscopy. I had my colonoscopy last fall. Not my favorite thing in the world to do.
I thought you sold your house! I’ll send a prayer that next time it sticks!
I do think I’ll love the Kindle, but I’ve been too busy to do much on it.
Oh wow, have fun at Nationals, Edie! Time is flying so fast, I feel like the summer is almost coming to an end already. I’d hoped to have the YA written by this time, and I’m going to be really upset if I don’t finish it by summer’s end.
So I’m mostly writing, volunteering, and trying to fit in a few adventures. My main priority is getting all these projects I have going right now off the ground.
Natasha, it’s hard to believe it’s almost the middle of July. You can finish the YA, I know it! Stay cool take care of yourself. You’ll do fine.
Whee! You know excessive exclamation points are one of my favorite things, Edie!!
Have an awesome time at the conference.
(must not give in to conference envy…must not. How about Kindle envy? Am I the only one in writerlandia that doesn’t own this device????)
Lainey, I read on Dear Author that they like the Nook better. It’s too hard to decide. lol
Start saving for next year’s conference. It will be in New York!
I LOVE the new look, Edie. Very, very nice.
I must say I’m very jealous that you’re going to Nationals. Wish I could join you in the bar. Sometimes that is THE best place to be.
Sounds like you’re having a crazy but great summer. I’m enjoying mine as well. Constantly busy but that’s okay!
Elle, I’m sure I won’t be alone at the bar. I’d love it if you were there too.
I’m glad you’re enjoying your summer too.
Hi, Edie! Good luck finishing up those revisions and have fun with all your visitors! I’ll look for you at the bar ~ I’d love to say hi and give you a hug in person!
Robin, it will be fabulous to say hi and give you a hug. I’m so eager to meet you in person!