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I suck at consistency and lately this blog has fallen down the priority list.
I would feel a lot worse if it wasn't for the fact that I am sticking to my writing goals for the first time (out of November that is). Update: I just hit 60,000 words in my current draft
For some people that would be "haHA finished!" but for me it's like "What the hell I'm not even 1/3 done??? This book is a) going to be a bitch to publish and b) going to weigh as much as a very sturdy newborn child."
Oh, guys....But no complaining! Time for SHARING. Thanks to Pinterest (find me here!) and the tide of life I have tons of random stuff to share.
1. I have recently discovered the majesty of mug cakes/brownies/cookies that you make in the microwave. I love baking and this is baking for the lazy, plus portion control! Win/win! My favorite I've tried is A Cup of Coffee Cake SO GOOD!
This song by Fun makes me want to rock out and cry all at the same time. So catchy and so eloquent!
This is the perfect summer song. When I listen to it I just want to hang with friends, sip a fruity drink and let the worries slip away.
5. In complete hypocrisy of that last song I am going to be getting an iPhone soon. Yeah. I am 90% excited and 10% embarrassed. I used to make fun of iPhone owners, all the time! As long as I don't loose hold of reality I'll be good. Hey, look at these adorable cases from Case Mate:
6. Lastly, Corgis right? They are everywhere! As usual I am on top of the trends (ha!), I've been obsessed with Corgis for years. So more of them I say. More more MORE!
What have you obsessing over late? Any new discoveries?
I suck at consistency and lately this blog has fallen down the priority list.
I would feel a lot worse if it wasn't for the fact that I am sticking to my writing goals for the first time (out of November that is). Update: I just hit 60,000 words in my current draft
O.O
For some people that would be "haHA finished!" but for me it's like "What the hell I'm not even 1/3 done??? This book is a) going to be a bitch to publish and b) going to weigh as much as a very sturdy newborn child."
Oh, guys....But no complaining! Time for SHARING. Thanks to Pinterest (find me here!) and the tide of life I have tons of random stuff to share.
1. I have recently discovered the majesty of mug cakes/brownies/cookies that you make in the microwave. I love baking and this is baking for the lazy, plus portion control! Win/win! My favorite I've tried is A Cup of Coffee Cake SO GOOD!
2. Recently I finished the Throne of Glass e-novellas and fell in lit-love. Sarah J. Maas is such a great new talent and I can't wait for the main book to come out on August 7th. But in the mean time there are four novellas to enjoy: assassins and pirates and empires and pretty dresses and a swoon worthy guy and plenty of attitude and angst.
3. Pinterest may be a more evil time suck than Facebook but it can be productive! I have boards for my Work In Progress and my Set Your Mind Alight Board. This is where I put the images that inspire and intrigue me. What is the story here? Where does this take place? What secrets are there to unearth?
Here is a small selection:
4. Why not some music? Mix it up, eh?5. In complete hypocrisy of that last song I am going to be getting an iPhone soon. Yeah. I am 90% excited and 10% embarrassed. I used to make fun of iPhone owners, all the time! As long as I don't loose hold of reality I'll be good. Hey, look at these adorable cases from Case Mate:
What have you obsessing over late? Any new discoveries?
I was the mistress of procrastination until I decided to write a WIP in one month. Love Corgis too. On a different note, bloggers can now be sued for using pictures they find online. Thought I'd share. I haven't gotten around to deletting what I use on my blog. Here's the blog that talked about it: http://www.roniloren.com/blog/2012/7/20/bloggers-beware-you-can-get-sued-for-using-pics-on-your-blog.html
ReplyDeleteWow, thanks for the heads up! Yeah that is scary and I had no idea.
DeleteAlso, yay for a fellow corgi lover :)
Love your pinterest page, I'm now a new follower :) Also, well done on getting more of your manuscript completed!
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You gotta love Pinterest! I am sort of amazed about what I have done, and I'm no where near finished :)
DeleteJust keep swimming, just keep swimming, just keep swimming...
It's sooooo addictive :) Are you going to submit it to agents or go Indie?
DeleteThe dream is the publishing deal so I'm gonna work hard towards that :) I really believe I can do it but if things don't work out...there ain't nothin' wrong with self-publishing! It's good to have options :D
DeleteI hope you acheive your dream :) if not, us fellow Bloggers will buy your book!
DeleteAhhh, thanks <3
DeleteNow I want coffee cake in a mug. That looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteIt really is!
DeleteTips: don't use egg, just a little more sour cream and swirl half of the crumb topping into the batter :D
I'm a new pinterest subscriber and I have a board "Future book ideas" also. I like the ones you posted here. And procrastinator - I totally get that.
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I love Pinterest but it doesn't help with my procrastination lol
DeleteOh well, I want to be a writer, right? That's part of the job description ;)
Oh my... that coffee cake looks good. I'll have to try making this for dessert tonight. I think I even have all of the ingredients (I know, shocking!)
ReplyDeleteAmen about ingredients! I saw a red velvet mug recipe but it called for buttermilk. I was like "What the hell, who just HAS that? Except avid bakers???" I am a very dedicated red velvet fan so this was disappointing ;P
DeleteYou can use regular milk with a splash of vinegar to sub in for buttermilk (because, seriously, who ever has buttermilk on hand?)
Deletehttp://www.kitchengeneration.com/2011/02/tip-thursday-how-to-make-a-buttermilk-substitute/
My hubby's a big red velvet fan as well -- I'll have to surprise him with that next time! We're munching down on the coffee cake right now, actually. Thanks for posting!
Oh, PS: Congrats on hitting 60k on your WiP!
DeleteThanks for the buttermilk tip, as a red velvet fanatic it is my duty to make it!
DeleteAbout hitting 60000...its overwhelming! That's a lot of words!!!
Good morning/afternoon!
ReplyDeleteI am 'catching' your addiction to corgis... I am easily influenced. Have you seen the parody of the corgis singing Call Me Maybe? If not, you have to see it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30Dldlfmr3U
I bark whenever I hear the song now. Yeah. (Easily influenced.)
I will try a *cup*cake- sounds like the kind of thing that will give me excuses to drink more coffee, which I collect :)
Good luck on your writing goals! Looking at your inspiration pictures made me want to read it, esp the trees intertwined. Let us know when/how. (Please.)
Good hook! When will pics be allowed with queries/pitches? Hmmm.
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Hey, girl, good to hear from you!
DeleteCorgi fever is taking over the world! I will have to check the video out, it sounds like its right up my ally.
Thanks for the support and for liking my WIP board! I have no idea when I'll be done with it. Hopefully soon(ish). I'm trying not to pressure myself too much. Just going slow and steady, sticking to my daily writing goals and not getting discouraged.
My Book: In a store (or e-reader) near you in the indeterminate future!
LOL that is the best I can do!