One Day at a Time. One Word at a Time.

This week I've been able to spend a lot of time writing. To be more specific, I wrote Chapter 20 through Chapter 24 of my second novel. That's a good week! I actually spent more time editing than writing, which is typical. I read and re-read the chapters over and over. Details are everything. I find myself eliminating a thought that doesn't quite seem to match the character the way I first imagined it might. Adding in a more vivid description of a scene I got so caught up in writing that I didn't provide an adequate picture the first time around.

When I'm writing I'm in a different world. I'm living the story. I like to at least be able to dedicate two to three consecutive, uninterrupted hours of my time when I sit down to work on my novel. This week I really had to dance around my schedule. Recovering from neck surgery is a change of pace. I have to depend on other people much more than normal. I'm so grateful to have family members that have taken me to doctor's appointments, limited exercise outings, and out for some tasty meals!

Each day I can tell my neck is healing more and growing stronger. I can now sleep without my neck brace! I'm taking baby steps...but as long as I'm taking steps I'm moving forward. One day at a time. One word at a time. I'm hopeful for what tomorrow brings.