Two weeks in and I’m doing okay. Could be better, but making progress even if it’s not on what I thought my goals should be. (For details on how Writer Recharge works, click HERE.) Here’s the breakdown of what that I accomplished this week:
Write/Rewrite: Awaiting feedback from my CPs who are reading my revision of WISHES TO NOWHERE. And I sent the list of changes to my Pitch Wars mentor, who loved the ideas so I’m feeling good about what I’ve done to this story. As for writing, I did not make much word count progress on my WIP. I wanted to write 2,000 words this week, but I realized I still had some character development that will be key to the story (it’s centered on a scavenger hunt so the other teams in the hunt will be vital to the plot in places, so I need to know who these characters are). I managed to get those characters planned as well as maybe 500 words this week, so not a total fail.
Read: I started reading Belzhar by Meg Wolitzer this week. Not very far in yet, but I’m really enjoying it. I hope to finish it this week.
Self: I worked out five days this week. Even though the two 14-day challenges I’m doing aren’t long workouts, I feel better for doing them every day.
Fun: I go get my new tattoo on Thursday!!! (Oh, wait, was that too much enthusiasm? Will it make my other goals feel bad? *reins it in*) Everyone’s comments about how much they like the tattoo idea made me even more excited about getting it. So, thank you! ❤ Feeling empowered and unselfconscious as I go into the week. I will post a photo in next week’s update.
Okay, that’s it. Hope y’all have a great week!
Ooh, I’ve heard great things about Belzhar. I hope you’ll let us know what you think. And yay for your new tattoo! I think lots of enthusiasm is warranted. Have a fantastic week, Susan!
So far, Belzhar is really good. Fun and quirky. Trying to carve out some time to really dive into it. But I’ll definitely let you know what I think when I’m done!
I’m in the same boat with the whole character development thing. I think I need to spend more time on that. Can’t wait to see pics of your tattoo! Have a great week, Susan! 😀
I love figuring out new things about my characters as I write, but I can’t start until I have a good foundation! Good luck with getting to know your characters too! 🙂
Can’t wait to see the tattoo! Sounds like you’re making great progress, too! 🙂
Thanks, Emma! 🙂
Sometimes the character development really helps to have words pouring out right after I unlock one or two secrets they had kept inside. 😛 And yay, looking forward to seeing the new tattoo!
Yes, exactly! Once I know the personalities a little more, the dialogue is so much easier. 🙂
Sounds like you had a great week! I’m addicted to challenges right now since I did so well on the plank one from PopSugar. I agree, they help you feel great! Keep it up!
Thanks! I feel like challenges are easier for me to stick to b/c I have a short-term goal to work toward! Then I can keep up the momentum once I get going. I can’t imagine a whole plank challenge though. These side planks are killing me. 😉
Oh, I just read Belzhar and I really enjoyed it. And yay for working out five days! Maybe I’ll be inspired to follow your lead. 🙂
Ooh, good to know you enjoyed the book. I’m liking it a lot so far. And good luck with working out. I’m glad I’m doing it again, but it’s definitely no my first choice of activities! 🙂
I’m impressed with your workouts! And I can’t wait to see your tattoo. Good luck with your goals this week!