Like Sand Through the Hourglass...

So are the days I can write.

Its Thursday already. And have I started writing Chapter 19 yet? No. Have I even thought about what the chapter might be about or who's pov it would be in?

Negatory.

I am supposed to be aiming for 2 chapters a week.

Tell you what folks--it ain't gonna happen.

This week was busier than usual. Last night the drug rep took us out for a fancy dinner. No complaints. Tonight I had to go to the salon. Also, no complaints.

But, that's not the reason for my slack. My critique group is the culprit!

Our group is growing by leaps and bounds. I sent chapter 1 through of Demon Chaser through. Got about 5 crits on it. I thought the chapter was polished but 3 of 5 critters found errors. I'm so glad I sent it through. I don't want to be walking around with my fanny showing!

But, in return, I must crit their subs. We sub a chapter at a time. Which can be anywhere from 6 to 20 pages. If the subber is a "veteran" the crit is pretty easy. If it is a greener writer, it can take A LOT of time. POV errors, tag line problems, etc. One crit can take me an hour.

I've got about 5 to do right now. But I also have other friends not in the group that rely on me to edit their work. That along with working full time and the kids. Well, somethings gotta give.

So, I'm back to aiming for writing one new chapter a week. I can do it. I think. This weekend will be tough going though. I'm going out with friends Sat night and I promised I'd take the kids to the fair.

When shall I write?

WHEN? AHHHHHHHHHHH.

Don't know.

But, I shall.