Lady Hermit Writes
I am nearing the end of my main WIP. Oh yes, I know its within reach and I am savouring every minute I get to write these past few days. And as much as I love to spend time away from my WIP, there's a little resentment that creeps in. Deep breath. You can leave your PC for a few hours. WIP will not die. This is true, however without barracking my door and ignoring all contact with the outside world, I fear I may not meet my self-imposed deadline. The lifestyle of a recluse is so appealing to me right now. I would love to unplug the phone and just write. Reality however, has other plans.
Last night, I went to a Jean Michel Jarre concert, without a clue who this man was. I spent the duration wondering about my closing chapters. It's not that I didn't enjoy the concert, my eyes and ears shall recover, in due course. Let me put this delicately - the man is a musical genius, however all I could wonder was, what it would be like - living with someone so wonderfully mad, so talented, so deliriously happy. *Whispers* Frenchman and eccentric. I could picture Mr Jarre jumping about in the early hours playing loud music 24/7 in his studio at home and not being disturbed...because well, he's clearly working, really. I left the concert feeling enlightened about his keyboard skills and wishing that I had spent the last two hours banging away at my own. Ahem, keyboard, that is.
So, how do you do it? Juggle your real life with your writerly needs? And oh there are so many writerly needs.
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Last night, I went to a Jean Michel Jarre concert, without a clue who this man was. I spent the duration wondering about my closing chapters. It's not that I didn't enjoy the concert, my eyes and ears shall recover, in due course. Let me put this delicately - the man is a musical genius, however all I could wonder was, what it would be like - living with someone so wonderfully mad, so talented, so deliriously happy. *Whispers* Frenchman and eccentric. I could picture Mr Jarre jumping about in the early hours playing loud music 24/7 in his studio at home and not being disturbed...because well, he's clearly working, really. I left the concert feeling enlightened about his keyboard skills and wishing that I had spent the last two hours banging away at my own. Ahem, keyboard, that is.
So, how do you do it? Juggle your real life with your writerly needs? And oh there are so many writerly needs.
Are you embracing your Inner Hermit?
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Comments
I just call everything I do research, although lately I find I am becoming more of a recluse, the only reason i go out now is grocery shopping and taking the toddler to the playground
Juggling writing with my real life usually ends up with my real life losing.
Thanks for stopping by Sanity Fair - it's so fun to "meet" you! I'm looking forward to reading more.
Best,
SF
@Pat - You're in good company, I think we're all doing the same thing. It's only when you get caught drifting off that it gets a little awkward. ;)
@Melissa - Haha! *Pouts at pesky job* And Fall & Winter - perfect writing seasons!! ;)
@Quinn - good man! We like to hear that, though RL may sulk for a while. ;)
@Bish - Aw, how sweet is your hubby, checking up on you like that. ;) See - every recluse needs a buddy like that too.
@Sanity Fair - You would look fabulous in that hat!! Maybe we should have a day for wearing hats whilst writing. Thanks so much for visiting!! ;)
@Carolyn V - absolutely! We are the normal ones here right? ;)
@ Meredith - I'm sending my Inner Hermit to hang out with your friends too! ;)
Stephen Tremp
There are so many writerly needs. I've been in the hermit stage before and I may be heading there again. Most of my non-writer friends are use to this by now though. I'm sure they whisper about me behind my back.
Great you've almost finished present WIP, but then comes the worst part the read, the rewrites, and then the grieving begins for the characters that must be let go.
Just been there and done all that with last historical, I'm now kicking off with a new historical so it's all go go go at the mo, but it links to the previous novel (not a family sequel)and allows for cameo appearances of previous characters. ;)
I really dropped by today to say there's an award awaiting collection at my blog. It's on the "Award Page" listed directly below my profile. Five Words in exchange is all that's required to post it on your blog. ;)
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Have a great day, Talei!
@Stephen, could I borrow your cleaner every second week? that would be lovely! Thanks very muchly. :)
@Karen, Ha! I usually find the humming helps to block out the whispering. ;) Love my friends, really I do. Thanks for stopping by and for the follow!;)
@Francine, thank you. 'The End' of said WIP is nigh. And congrats on finishing your historical piece and starting another!!
I shall pop along to yours very soon. xx
@Jackee - does Benadryl work? *makes mental note* LOL. Don't worry we believe you! Happy writing to you my dear!
@Talli - oh wow final edits! Good luck!! Embrace that Inner Hermit and finish that book. ;)
@Carol - I would love to go on a writer's retreat, please let me know if you do find one! Suspect the only retreat now would be in my mind. Real life eh? *deep sigh*
@Jude - ah welcome, come join the fellowship of the Lady Hermits! ;)