Last night I converted 15 pages of brainstorming to 4 1/3 pages of outline/proposal. Then, since my vision was having a good moment, I skimmed Maass’ Breakout Novel Workbook. It quickly became obvious I have a lot more work to do–but that doesn’t surprise anyone, does it? The story has … Continue reading →
Since I can’t see well enough to do the revisions I want to do, I decided I can still type. I mostly touch type (at least well enough to do quick fixes when I look back over what I’ve typed). I didn’t have any ideas for new books when I … Continue reading →
The right eye isn’t healed well enough to be released from care at Portsmouth yet. I tried to leave it with them, but they slapped another bandage contact lens on and made me bring it home. (I’m kidding, they were quite gentle.) So, here I am, fuzzy vision and all. … Continue reading →
I’m less blurry today. The fear that I’ve willingly blinded myself for life is beginning to subside. I have moments of clarity that support the plan that I’ll be able to see normally, without corrective lenses. This week hasn’t been much fun. There hasn’t been much I could do. People … Continue reading →
Frustrating day for me. Vision is blurry, doesn’t seem to be improving. Can’t see things close up; can’t see them at a distance. Fortunately, still no pain in the eyes. Mild stinging prevails. Tearing is less than yesterday. I could sit on the couch and see the larger Weather Channel … Continue reading →
Still nothing I’d really call pain. My eyes are tearing like crazy, causing my nose to run. I feel a slight stinging. If this is the worst there is, I have to ask, “What’s the fuss?” My vision is particularly blurry today, but that’s not unexpected either. I believe I … Continue reading →
As far as I can tell, the procedure went very well. My doctor was quite enthused during the procedure. And as laser surgeries go, mine was longer than many–37 seconds on the right eye; 34 seconds on the left eye. Things are still blurry, put I’m not wearing glasses, and … Continue reading →
I was going to say it was captured, but it could wriggle away, so I’m approaching it with caution. 163 line items (not chapters–that looks like it will be 30). Of course, since I found numerous continuity issues and a definite need for rearranging, I’m starting back at 0 of … Continue reading →
Self: For future reference, do NOT stop in the middle of a thought and abandon your first draft material for the day. It will drive you nuts during revisions. Note to readers: I have not “lost” any material where it disappears in the text. I never had it to lose. … Continue reading →
Too bad Twilight doesn’t have it (and I think this needs a different name, too, but that’s for another day). I have a lot of cutting and pasting waiting for me as I sift this timeline. Lest you think I’m not happy about this, I think the parts of revision … Continue reading →