Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Time Flies

Sorry I've been non-existent recently. Our Internet connection is down at home and not likely to be available again for the best part of a week so I can only get online at work - and I've only just returned to work after extended time off playing Mr Mom.

But enough about me - what about my writing...well, I'm glad you asked.

Things are progressing at a snail's pace. That would be a bionic snail forever caught in those Steve Majors slow-motion shots.

I did finish setting out all the currently written chapters so I have markers on what is happening and when, and what loose ends I still have to tie up. I found a large cork board to put my cards onto so I can see the whole story line in front of me but am yet to buy the cards to do it.

I did have one of those epiphany moments in the shower this morning though - no, not one of those moments - I've been struggling with the placement of an explanation within my story. Part way through, our love interest climbs a drain-pipe and enters an upstairs bedroom. I needed to show that she could do this because she has an aptitude in climbing - not just to get her into our hero's bedroom. I knew why she was able to do it but I couldn't figure out where to disclose this in the story, or how much of it needed to be disclosed. This morning it hit me. I now know exactly where and how to disclose the info. It is subtle and kills two birds with one stone.

I love those moments...I love those moments too but that's another story!

4 comments:

  1. Glad you solved your problem. The sub conscious is an amazing thing!

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  2. Maybe she has webbed feet. I know, I know, that's really bad.

    I've had some very good ideas in the shower too. Must be all that hot water and steam.

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  3. "I found a large cork board to put my cards onto so I can see the whole story line in front of me but am yet to buy the cards to do it." LOL! But it's a start, right?

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  4. Yes it is L'Aussie.

    Must be, D. Has nothing to do with being hot, wet and naked...

    :c) It's a start, Cate. Not much of one, but still, I'll take what I can get at the moment.

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