Right now, I’m struggling not to freak out because of all the things that I have to do in these last 3 months of the year. As some of you already know, I work in software development and sometimes we tend to have “shades of crazy” schedules.
This may be one of the primary reasons that my current novel project has had its stalls but I try to put things in perspective. It is all about balance and reality — because I have to earn an living first.
Last night after finishing a 12-hour stint I felt a little resentful because once again my “day job” was taking valuable time away from my manuscript. But then I had to remember to put things in perspective. I may not be able to work on my writing as much as I would like but I shouldn’t throw in the towel.
I should keep writing. Even if it’s only for a few minutes in small packets of time. Or only on the weekends.
Usually when I start feeling like this, I listen to one of my favorite songs “Keep Looking” by Sade. Many times, this song has given me the “umph” to not give up.
I love this particular lyric:
It’s no use sitting down
Don’t walk ’round with a frown
Oh no, keep looking
It’s no use sitting around
With your head in your hands
Oh no, keep looking
So no matter what your struggle is — whether it be something in your novel project or in your life — always remember to keep looking and the solution and/or answer always makes itself known.
Keep looking.
And keep writing! :)
I keep looking for more time where I can actually work on my novel. This week my writing time has morphed into errand-visiting-catching up on work time. Thanks for the inspiration!
Love this. Thanks for a great reminder!
How frustrating, Karen! But maybe there’s a positive spin you can put on it, too? Enforced time away to let the ms percolate? And of course, it is amazing sometimes what we can get done in just a few minutes.
That’s so inspiring! I love that song too. Sometimes it’s hard when our job gets in the way but you’re right, we must make a living and we can’t give up! :)
I love your positive attitude! And Sade’s amazing. Good luck with everything. :)