I live in Southern Oregon, a place that usually has fair weather and except for a few days in the summer and winter, I enjoy reasonable weather. That's usually true except for the last few weeks. We've been experiencing a heat wave, with blasting hot heat in the triple digits. In fact, this July has gone on record as the hottest month in the history of Jackson County.
I added this blurb because while I've been sweating it out this summer with the heat, I've also been sweating it out with the last few pages of my novel Dragon's Fury. As the weather starts to cool, I am nearing the end of a story that has lasted through three books.
I want to apologize for not posting here on my blog these last two weeks. I found that as I struggled with my story, I couldn't even write on my blog without whining, so I decided to take a break from senseless writing until I had something to say. So now I'm nearing the end of my book and my thoughts are starting to stir again on something besides dragons and magicians. I have learned that when I tackle a project like a trilogy, the constancy throughout all three stories needs to remain intact. I strayed during my second book but was able to return to the basic story in the final book. This error is a hard lesson but has taught me to plan all three books out first.
I hope that all of you have a wonder August with good weather to add to your enjoyment. Remember, plan ahead. It'll save you a lot of headaches later. :-)
We had an unusually cool July and so far August is too. Both have been like June, less humidity and cool nights. It's lovely. I sit on the front porch in the evenings to read or write.
ReplyDeleteSusan: I'll use my imagination and pretend I'm sitting outside, sipping lemonade in the cool of the day. But alas! I open my eyes and I'm staring at a wall, inside in the cool of my air conditioning. Either way, I read and write. Thanks for sharing your lovely weather.
DeleteI'm glad we've escaped that heat in Central Oregon. We've been at 91 pretty consistently. The A/C has not been off since beginning of July... except maybe one day. Hope you get The new book done!
ReplyDeleteMary: I know what you mean about running the air conditioning 24-7. I'm not looking forward to my electric bill. My book is in its final stages and I hope to see it out in September. YAH!
DeleteKaren, we all need to take a break from time to time. Sorry you are dealing with high heat temps. I always dread getting the summer electric bill. Best wishes with your book.
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