From April 24 through May 6 I was spending time in California with a wonderful friend of mine. She is awesome, and I love her! Her backyard is like an ointment for my soul. Sitting there, hearing the soft lapping of the pool water calms me and gives my heart and soul all the relaxation it needs. Occasional squirrels make me smile, and my fantasy has the chance to unfold fully.
Within this paradise, I continued writing my pre-novel novella I had planned to finish.
The moment my pen touched the paper, it wrote, nearly by itself. The story took form, and the protagonists developed. Only a short while upon my return I completed the first draft.
Right now I am typing the novella into the computer and hope it will be completed soon; then I will start my first round of editing.
I’m very excited! I am an author.
Writer's Treasure Chest 
Yes, you are an author and I am so happy to hear the words are flowing. Keep writing my dear. Your editing will be just as much fun.
Shalom Aleichem,
Patti
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Thanks so much for this, Patti!! Your words are very much encouraging! I hope you’re right about the editing though. 🙂
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Hey, you were in California–my neck of the woods. Glad you enjoyed time with your friend. Were you inspired to write more while you were away from home, or were you too busy enjoying the sunny weather?
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Hello Eve,
I think it was the completely stress free environment and place and the peace and silence around me. It was simply wonderful.
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Congrats and keep writing. 🙂
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Thank you so much Rachel! I will.
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Congrats on finishing your first draft! The “high” will grow stronger with every step you take. Good luck on your journey:)
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Thank you so much!!
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