I’m making a run for word count.  I’m not using word padding techniques, but this is turning into more character-building and backstory writing than anything.   If I can get to  30k this weekend, I’ll be in better shape to slide to the finish line next weekend.  Words are coming.  At least I’m getting progress.  I hope to get enough usable material to create a real novel at a later date.  That’s always been my goal for NaNo — further the writing in some way or another.  First draft material is ideal.  If the best I can get is a well-developed character or backstory that will feed a functional novel (as opposed to a dysfunctional one), I’ll be pleased.