Website Update and Grant Application


So, I applied for a Calgary 2012 grant for the novel I intend to write next year, and in the process, decided to check over my website for updates. I do the blog every week or so, but decided to check all the pages…and you know, there were reviews of some of my newer work that I hadn’t posted! That, and, of course, updating my bio to include latest sales. So, not writing, but writing-related!

Short story started


Have about 1000 words so far (the first scene). A bit frustrated at all the other things on my plate that keep delaying getting more done–but am persevering!

Life gets in the way–not always a bad thing


Sigh. Not much progress in my writing this week. However, I did get to hike up to the Valley of the Four Winds with my two daughters and do some sketching. Also, spent Canada Day doing face-painting for a steam excursion group–took my three daughters and my grandson, which was a hoot. Also spent about 6 hours today trying to repair a riding mower–well, my husband is the small-engines guy, I mostly just handed him tools. Darn thing still doesn’t work (I mean the mower), but had a lovely day learning about small engines and enjoying the sunshine. No writing, though. Tomorrow!