It's been a little while since I last blogged, but what with NaNoWriMo finally starting up, I've been pretty busy trying to not only meet the goal, but exceed it because I know some days I won't have so much self discipline.
This post it just a little update about how things are going so far. If you look at that neat litte gadget on the side of my blog, over here --> you can see my current wordcount. I hit my personal 10,000 word goal today, which meant writing 5,000 words just today. It puts me well ahead of the recommended schedule, which makes me very happy. 1/5 of the way there! Here's some more little facts about the journey so far.
1) My outline remains unfinished
Yes, that pesky outline. I've got almost 30 scenes plotted out, so there's no real sense of urgency. I have been following it, but rather loosely. It has proven itself invaluable time and time again. I don't think I will ever attempt a story without one at this point.
2) No characters have died... yet.
Yes, it is true. There has been no death as of this moment.
However, a certain character doesn't have much longer to go.
3) This venture has involved me getting up earlier in the mornings
The time change certainly aided this. I am now waking up at 6:30, versus 7:00 as my normal wake up time.
I can't say I'm enjoying it.
4) I've listened to the Les Miserables soundtrack more times than any sane human should.
What? It's good music.
By the way, I blame my friend for getting me addicted to it.
5) I've met some amazing people on the NaNoWriMo forums.
Writers are awesome. We're all just as crazy as all get out, and it's always a good time when a bunch of us get together. Shoutout to the people of the Christian Teens Together! thread. And members of the AWSTOCC (Authors Who Ship Their Own Characters Club). Yes, it's a real thing.
6) Every day so far I've exceeded the daily count and hit the one for the next day or even several days ahead.
Yes, I'm rather proud of myself for this.
7) My story is actually going very well.
So far, no major roadblocks. I've used a sprinting strategy where I set a timer for fifteen minutes and write like I'm on fire. I average about 500 words in fifteen minutes. So far, that strategy has yet to fail me. Let's pray it continues going this way.
So, there's my summary so far of Day Three for NaNoWriMo! I'd love to hear how your novels are going, as well. Feel free to comment your questions or responses in the boxes below. :) Bonne nuit!
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