In between planning the trip to Florence and planning a move across country, I’ve barely had enough time to think about writing or blogging. I’ve only squeezed out a few lines on the new book, but I’ve decided that working on the new project just has to take second stage to the things going on off-online. And you know what? I don’t feel so bad about not writing.
After spending the greater part of my free-time writing the last book for a year, I’m in need of some R&R. Of course, it’s too hard to completely stop writing cold turkey and all, so I’ll dab a little here and there but without goals. If I write one sentence today and a page tomorrow, well, that’s okay. It feels good to set aside expectations for a while. In other news, I’m still waiting for a couple queries and requests replies to trickle in. I’m hoping for the best.
While I’m between projects, I’m taking advantage of my free-time, which is sure to end as soon as something opens up on the job front. Tomorrow, I’m going to see a cross-country biking race—a first for me.
Question: What do you do with your time when you’re between writing projects?
Question: What do you do with your time when you’re between writing projects?
17 comments:
Ooo--you're going to Florence??? That is one of my absolute favorite cities ever! :)
And for me, I usually use my time between writing projects to brainstorm another project, or catch up on the critiques/beta reads I owe people. There's always something to keep me busy. Le sigh...
Don't feel bad about not writing - we all need a break now and again to keep the creative juices flowing. When I take a break, I usually clean the house and catch up on all the little projects I've let slide in other areas of my life.
Life and Family take care of any free time I get. I'm just now trying to pull some writing time back into 2010. Looking forward to it but also trepidation. How far have I backpedalled with eight months off? :(
But, yes, we do need to take time for life and I don't regret doing it this year, either.
After I finish a major project, my brain needs time to relax. Don't feel bad about that. DO take advantage of your free time. I like to travel when I'm not working, too. So if you need a sidekick...:-)
I'm usually catching up on house stuff and kid stuff and my TBR list... there's hardly a moment to spare these days!
Free time? What's that? I used to read all the time. Since I started writing, I write all the time. My TBR pile is huge and I hate it. I keep thinking of all that I miss.
And let's not forget about laundry, groceries, vacuuming, yardwork, oh yeah, and then there's Monster Baby. Can't forget about her.
For me writing only happens in between bits of life. I wish it were the other way around, but it isn't.
Florence?! I love Florence! Enjoy!
I always have issues between projects. I feel lost and I spend way too much time on Twitter and the like! I really should get out more!
...I envy your travels, Crimey:)
You're an inspiration.
EL
Hmmm, I read, usually.
Good luck with the free time you've got! It's always good to take a break. My last break from writing lasted 5 years. :)
I like to hang with the family or read. Travel when I can. Good luck with the move. Florence sounds fantastic. I'd love to go there.
Sometimes you just gotta take time to recharge.
With so many changes in your life, its no wonder you need a bit of free time. Hope Florence does that for you - and that you get an opportunity to walk along the beach, like in the pix.
That looks so inviting.
........dhole
Enjoy your free time, you deserve it!
Actually, I've noticed that when there's even the slightest bit of free time then I get more ideas for stories.
Apparently I play WoW for about a year in between novels. Haha. Okay, so I don't see that happening again.
Sometimes it's best to have some downtime.
The time in between writing projects is to live life to the fullest...because in the end, the best source material for writing is a rich, full life.
Crimey. Long time no see. Where are you living now after Chicago?
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