I could not help myself and had to choose this photograph to illustrate my point. Much like this river’s waters the ideas in my head are running wild churning up, down and sideways, with barely any directions; giving me this overwhelming feeling of helplessness.
The self-induced pressure combined with the memories of last year failure unsuccessful attempt, are a lethal combination when it comes to letting the creative juices flow. I had to do something about it, to find a way to harness those wild thoughts of mine. So I did it…again…
I got myself a nice little note pad, pen included, fitting neatly in my purse to be carried with me at all times. It is allowing me to jot down anything that comes to mind at the most awkward moments. While at it I also am using it to figure out how to outline my novel. I had never thought of doing it like this or even like this, and reading those articles gave me lots of inspiration…
I am hoping that the “third time is the charm” rule will apply this year and wonder if this notepad of mine will save the day 😉
Far Away In The Sunshine 
I have found that letting my mind run free and wild takes me to places I would never have had the courage to go. I do worry that my mind won’t come back – but so far it has returned.
And the notebooks are a wonderful idea.
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I love having a wandering mind Soosie and I am giggling just thinking of my mind not returning…That would be quite a story 😉
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The fact that you keep doing this — whether your reach completion or not is inspiring…I love how prepared you are this year in ways that you weren’t previously. Love the “can do” spirit Anyes! xo
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Oh Sherry, I wish I could show you all the prep I have done and I am bursting at the seam with excitement. Such an adventure I love it and I also love your words of encouragement xo
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We learn from everything we experience. I’ve been using notepads for years to jot down things…especially in the bathroom during/after a shower! It works!
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I just got around to actually taking notes instead of just buying the notepad and it works…I love it and it also gives my crazy mind a bit of a rest…knowing it’s written down
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It will Anyes..and take last year’s attempt as a practice run! Nothing goes to waste and nothing is unsuccessful 🙂
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You are so wise Shree I believe this year will be the one…:-)
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Ah..nah..not that wise..hehe. Glad you feel that this is the year! All the best! Oo and is it okay to ask what the novel is about..like a general thingy?
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Ahem…it is going to be set in three European countries, stories of my life as a younger woman…love/mystery/travels…Would you be interested to read it if it ever gets to be a novel? email me ok?
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Of course I would!!! 😀 And email you? eh? I just announced it to anyone who reads the comments that YES I would! I mean…mystery…and love…and strains of your life woven through it? Of course 😛
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Now let’s just hope I manage to go all the way this time…:-)
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