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My Disappearance

Posted on July 29, 2015 by rachelsparling

I meant to update frequently each day that I wrote, but as it turns out that didn’t happen. My apologies. I have been struggling this month with the short story. I am usually more prepared with a well written outline … Continue reading →

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Day 5 – Editing Rough Draft

Posted on January 27, 2015 by rachelsparling

Time was on my side today as I was able to edit one more chapter. It was short so I guess that helped as well. It was entirely descriptive, in the mind of the character, as well as narrative to … Continue reading →

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Day 4 – Editing Rough Draft (my 100th post!)

Posted on January 16, 2015 by rachelsparling

Well it took a while but I got another chapter edited. It was a short one so it took very little time, but I feel like it’s lacking something. I can’t quite put my finger on it. It’s possible it’s … Continue reading →

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Day 36

Posted on June 30, 2014 by rachelsparling

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the last several days of high humidity and high temperatures, it’s that my body gets tired and worn out far too easily. I am definitely feeling exhausted and it won’t matter how productive … Continue reading →

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Day 22

Posted on May 21, 2014 by rachelsparling

Okay so I managed to find a bit of time to get some writing done today. I started on the first chapter and completed it. I may have to set new goals for this though and find more time to … Continue reading →

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Day 17

Posted on March 26, 2014 by rachelsparling

I can’t say that I did any actual writing today. Instead I spent some time going through my outline, fixing up a few things here and there, and adding some more detailed notes to certain chapters for when I finally … Continue reading →

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Day 16

Posted on March 12, 2014 by rachelsparling

It is a snowstorm of snowstorm out there today. Again. It’s great how we get nice spring weather for about two days and then winter decides to slap you in the face with one hell of a snowstorm, reminding us … Continue reading →

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Day 13

Posted on January 23, 2014 by rachelsparling

More writing completed! This weeks goal was doubled. I must say I feel both accomplished and proud of myself for getting so much done. I have realized I have limits though. Doing my weekly goal, I still feel energized afterwards. … Continue reading →

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