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Thanks, Paul. That makes me feel better. I will check it out.
Howdy UM! I'm nearly out of Corn Season and am stopping in to say hello! I survived! I hope all's well with you.Hugs, my dear friend.
Thanks, Wendy! Glad to hear things went well. Our corn didn't do so good, but we know why. However, our watermelon did great and is delicious!Hugs back to you !! :)
With Halloween just around the corner, remember....
Don't let your pumpkins drink.
Wendy wrote: "That's awesome. I may just copy that"I thought it was cute.
I think it's great. Caption- three amigos after a hard night.
A question regarding NaNoWriMo. I've heard that publishers do not want you to post your works on the internet. If I participate in this by writing part of the novel I'm working on... totally new material of course, will that then mean I can't use what I submit to the contest as part of my novel?
I would say that since the first draft will be radically different from the final draft, it would be OK. They certainly don't like the things works you're submitting to have been seen before, but that's not really the case here, is it?It might be worth posting the question on some literary blog though - try http://fineprintlit.blogspot.com/
They might be able to give you a definitive answer.
Thanks, Paul. I've found that as I write I end up changing so much anyway, you almost can't tell the rough draft had anything in common with the finished product.
OK, I'm registered there now and going to try and learn my way around. I didn't see anything about actually uploading your writing or how that works, but I'll figure it out.
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As to your question about the NaNoWriMo event. You only have to post your word counts not your actual words. So you do not have to worry about 1st time publishing rights.
Even at the very end of the event, you have the option to upload your story encrypted, so there is never a problem of your story being posted to the Internet. Of course you can always post excerpts of your story “if you wish” on your NaNoWriMo homepage (or anywhere else for that matter).
Loved the Wally World pictures, I just spent the past hour looking through all seventy-something pages. What a giggle, I think I have actually seen some of those people in our local store. Just too much fun.
LOVED the drunk pumpkins. If I wasn’t afraid of our dogs getting into the pumkkin innards, I would do a display like that for our steps :]
Lastly, but most importantly, thank you so much for the lovely cyber balloons and pretty sterling silver rose. Your thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated, more than you can ever know :]
Best of luck with the NaNoWriMo event. If you haven’t signed up for a region yet, you can always sign up for the USA/New York/ Oswego … I am this year’s official NaNoWriMo Liaison for that region. Woo! Woo!
Oh, and have you heard the New Moon Soundtrack? I am dying to listen to it. November is going to be the best month ever :]
Anyone interested, this is me at NaNo! Well, not ME per se, but my NaNo page.http://www.nanowrimo.org/eng/user/528041
No, I haven't head the New Moon Soundtrack yet. If it's 1/2 as good as the Twilight Soundtrack it will be amazing.
OK, my word count for today is 3,511. I had a blast! I hit a wall with the writing, so I did something I've never done before: I interviewed one of the main characters and doubled my previous word count. But the best part was that it gave me so much insight into him!I'm going to try and do that with each character.
Wendy wrote: "Wow! way to go UM! you rock!"
Thanks! Today was one of the best days I've had in a long, long time. The interviewing Tobias part was just awesome.
Hugs
Awesome idea UM, I'm going to try that. It's brilliant. And congrats on the word count. That is really good.
Renee wrote: "Awesome idea UM, I'm going to try that. It's brilliant. And congrats on the word count. That is really good. "Thanks, Renee! It probably sounds dumb, but I was smiling the whole time I was doing the interview and I'm still smiling!
One of the biggest stumbling blocks I've had these past months was that my own moods were effecting my characters because I didn't have a clear feel for who they really were. Now I feel like I can really sit down and work with them, not against them.
No, it's not dumb at all. It's creative and Unique, as you are, and seriously brilliant. A great way to get into your characters. I really am going to do it.
Renee wrote: "No, it's not dumb at all. It's creative and Unique, as you are, and seriously brilliant. A great way to get into your characters. I really am going to do it. "That really means alot to me, coming from you. I hope it works for you, too!
I'll let you know, I think it will make my characters better. The thing is, when you interview them, you're thinking both sides, and it forces your brain to think as your character would think. This gives a better mental picture of the character's personality, motivation, and what he/she would or wouldn't do. Then you don't stumble over scenes, because it becomes natural for you to go inside their head. Does that make any sense, cause I haven't had my coffee yet.
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Outstanding word count...I am going to have to write all day to play catch-up with you :]
I am so proud of you...keep up the excellent work!
Renee wrote: "Does that make any sense, cause I haven't had my coffee yet." Yep, that's exactly how it happened for me. I was always a little suspicious of this characters motives. What makes him tick, why he was such a man'ho, etc. Interviewing is going to be a tool I use frequently for a couple reasons. 1. Even though I hit a wall with my story after only 1,700 words, the interview allowed me to stay focused and keep writing. 2. It gave me the opportunity to really analyze his actions and not have to try and assume anything. I was able to ask the questions which needed answering.
I've read other authors who do this. J.R. Ward being my favorite, as well as Suzanne Brockmann. I always thought it was just a fun little side diddy for them, which is why I tried it, but it's so much more.
Dee wrote: "Hey Stinky,Outstanding word count...I am going to have to write all day to play catch-up with you :]
I am so proud of you...keep up the excellent work!"
Thanks, Dee! The word count came very easy when I started the interview. I plan to hang onto that and clean it up at a later date. Hopefully I'll be able to use it someday.
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How's everything going? Did you get to see New Moon yet? What are you doing for Turkey Day? Are you going to be the one cooking?
We are going to a friend's house for dinner. Which is nice, but I love to cook on the holidays, especially in my new kitchen.
You were right...now that the dust has settled, I am really enjoying the new addition. Thanks for keeping me sane through all the insanity.
Oh, a little pressie for you:
http://www.renderosity.com/news.php?v...
Enjoy, and have a most wonderful holiday week!
Huge hugs,
Dee Marie
Very good article Dee! You hit it right on the head!Oh, and Hi UM! hugs to you too.
Dee wrote: "Hey Stinky,How's everything going? Did you get to see New Moon yet? What are you doing for Turkey Day? Are you going to be the one cooking?
We are going to a friend's house for dinner. Which..."
Excellent article, Dee! No, I haven't seen it yet. Megan and I talked about going today, but I have a horrible sore throat and haven't felt too well for a few days.
T-Day will be here. I love cooking the turkey, stuffing, potatos, gravy, veggies and appetizers. This year we will add a ham and more hamish sides. (I love making up new words LOL)
I'm soooo happy that your house horrors are over. I told you so! I told you so! It is so very worth it once it's all over. It feels almost like a brand new house, doesn't it? But even better because the changes were all yours and not some builders decision about what a generic buyer would want.
You have a spectacular time with your friends, and know I'll be thinking of you and wishing you a most wonderful Thanksgiving!
Hugs back atcha!
Wendy wrote: "Very good article Dee! You hit it right on the head!Oh, and Hi UM! hugs to you too."
LOL Hugs back to you!
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I don't know how I'm going to cook, or if people should come around. I bet I have the plague. LOL Or the creepy crud. Either way, it's not pretty. I can't talk at all. No voice and when I try the pain is awful. Have a great time with your friends!
PIzza , my friend. Or Denny's; order it now and have someone pick it up.
Wendy wrote: "PIzza , my friend. Or Denny's; order it now and have someone pick it up."It might happen. :( But I have a 22 lb turkey defrosted and a ham as well. I wonder if it will keep a couple extra days.
Stinkerbell (AKA UniquelyMoi) wrote: "Wendy wrote: "PIzza , my friend. Or Denny's; order it now and have someone pick it up."It might happen. :( But I have a 22 lb turkey defrosted and a ham as well. I wonder if it will keep a coup..."
Wow, that is one huge bird! It must take several hours to get ready, though I don't know the first thing about cooking turkeys. Couldn't someone else cook it for you or would that feel totally wrong?
I hope you feel better today, and that someone is taking excellent care of you untill you are well again!
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How did the your Turkey day turn out?
Dee wrote: "Hey Stinky,How did the your Turkey day turn out?
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Well, we had to cook it or it would have gone bad, but I'm still not feeling all that well.
Then, the most awful thing happened. The daughter of my nextdoor neighbor came over to tell me that he (her dad/my neighbor) was murdered about 2 weeks ago. :( How horrid for the family. Made my plague seem petty, ya know?
How was your T-Day?
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As to my T-day, it was un-eventful, which was a good thing :}
Well, I hoisted a glass or two giving thanks that I've met nice people like you two, and all my other cyber-buddies here on GR.Or is that too mushy?
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Paul wrote: "Well, I hoisted a glass or two giving thanks that I've met nice people like you two, and all my other cyber-buddies here on GR.Or is that too mushy?"
I didn't find it mushy at all. Here's one to you [image error]
And as you can see, I can't hold my liquor well at all. [image error]
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How is it going? I hope you are feeling better and that your word count is increasing. It was fun doing NaNo with you this year, and I look forward to writing along side your this upcoming year.
Did you get to see New Moon yet? You HAVE to go! It is just too much fun!
I've not seen New Moon yet and I've still been too sick to do much of anything, to be honest. I can't go to a movie theater as I'd fall into a coughing fit and have to be removed.I made it to only 12,000ish words :( I was doing so well until the plague took hold.
But, several things have been revealed to me, and detailed notes have been made so I will begin writing again as soon as I can stay upright long enough.
As much as I hate doctors, they terrify me, I nearly asked to be taken to the ER Friday night as I really had begun to think I might have something serious like Swine Flu or something. By Saturday morning I had stopped coughing up blood tinged mucus and was feeling better. Now I still cough and sneeze, but the fever is gone and I was able to keep my dinner down tonight.
I can't wait to have the new stuff all written out and be able to share it with you. I think you'll love it, too.
Congrats on your amazing word count. I check on your progress from time to time and you've done well.
*hugs*
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Please DO go to the doctor if you have not already. You really need to get on some meds. Are you using a vaporizor? Please take care of yourself. We need you to be well enough to keep writing :]
As much as you hate doctors, the alternative is even worse! Don’t make me do something drastic! Like call in the Marines, or Dr. Carlisle.
Huge hugs
I second that UM. I dislike doctors as well, but I go if I have to. Coughing up blood is never a promising sign. You take care of yourself now, y'hear?
UM, I'm so sorry you are feeling ill. Please DO take care of yourself and go to the DR if you aren't significantly better very soon.Hugs and love to you my friend...
Thank you, my dear friends. I'm actually doing better, just not totally well yet.I used those shower vapor tablets as well as a plug in type Vickes thing. Because of a heart problem I had several years ago, there's really nothing effective enough for me to take orally, so I usually have to rough it out. I probably should have gotten on antibiotics but as I said, I'm getting better now.
A few years back I fell going down some steps and landed right on the edge of the step. My leg hurt like heck, but I didn't go to the doctor. Finally, about 6 months later I went because the knee pain was so severe. The MRI revealed that in the fall I had gotten a depressed fracture on the lateral tibial plateau. The doctors first words to me where "Who the hell do you think you are, Wonderwoman?"
I felt very foolish when he told me I could have gotten gangrene in the bone.
So, I really was going to ask to go to ER, but as I said, by the next morning I was doing better.
Hugs and love you, Dee, Paul and Wendy!
UM.I do thr Superman bit as well. I am conversant with medical stuff,reluctant to visit when I can do as well by myself, but there comes a point where you seek a second opinion :)
Paul wrote: "UM.I do thr Superman bit as well. I am conversant with medical stuff,reluctant to visit when I can do as well by myself, but there comes a point where you seek a second opinion :)"I know, and if you're smart, you do it before it's too late.
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Lots of people on GR are doing it - Paige, Junkfoodmonkey, oh and me, so you won't be alone.