Hello, 2009!
The older I get, the faster the years slide by, and I'm willing to bet that 2008 went by faster than any year so far. Perhaps that old adage is true -- Time flies when you're having fun. All I know is that I certainly did have fun in 2008. If I could use that year as the template for every year, I would.
Who knows -- maybe I am, because 2009 is already shaping up to be just as spectacular -- on a personal and professional level. But since ths blog is focused on writing, that's the topic I'll stick to.
In the spring of 2009 I shall have three new books. That's pretty major for me. The thing is, I had the opportunity for five books this year, but backed off of two because of time issues and publishing conflicts. It looks like I might still bring them home in 2010, so it might work out for the best after all.
In a couple of days my husband and I shall do our impersonation of snowbirds for the first time. I could probably sit in front of my computer 24/7/365, but my husband gets a little stir crazy during the winter, so when we were offered the opportunity to spend six weeks in Arizona, we couldn't say no. The thing is I KNOW this will be good for me too. I love writing, and yet there are other things I like too that I don't ever seem to take time for anymore. My hope is that the change in scenery will help me take a break. I want to read. I want to draw and paint. I want to take in some art galleries. I want to sightsee and do a hockey game and basketball game.
And after all the snow we've had, I want to soak up the sun. So bring it on!
I'll keep you posted.