End of the Week Wrap-Up

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Happy Friday, everyone!

Hope this finds you well and looking forward to the weekend! (Help yourself to a slice of that decadent chocolate cake above–yummm!)

I thought it might be fun today to do an end of the week wrap-up. In other words–let’s chit chat about what’s going on in each other’s lives.

Pull up a chair, grab your plate, and shake out your napkin. There. Now you’re ready for some serious visiting. (In the Ozarks, our visits often involve delicious treats and delightful conversation. That’s just how we roll.)

So… How was your week? Anything new, exciting, or different?

There’s been a whirlwind of activity over my way. In between errand-running, kiddo-toting, cooking, cleaning, and appointments, I’ve been living the high life of a writer, of course.

(NOT.)

I’m in the midst of ACFW conference prep and this week flew by fast. I’ve updated One Sheets (mini info sheets of my Welcome to Ruby series), gathered business cards, prepared folders, found a gala dress, glanced over my conference schedule, and completed one hundred other tasks unrelated to writing.

If you write and work from home, you well understand the myriad things that encroach upon our time. Life doesn’t stop. Our families still have to eat, clothes must be washed, toilets cleaned, and day-to-day happenings kept in check. I’ve become a master juggler of late, but whew-wee–am I tired!

I’ve contemplated resuming a three-day-a-week blogging schedule again in late fall, but nothing is set in stone. I went to a Wednesday-Friday schedule last April, and so far, I’ve enjoyed that. It’s freed up my time a bit to focus on some new projects. Over the summer, though, I found I missed that additional day of blogging–connecting with you. I’m going to think about it some more and I’ll let you know what I decide.

Meanwhile, I’ve started some new writing projects that promise to be fun. Those initial stages are always a thrill. Since many of my story ideas revolve around the Ozarks and the wonderful folks who live here, research is always exciting. (My future plan involves kidnapping my sister for a weekend getaway and combining business with pleasure. Love those kinds of trips!)

Now, getting back to conference odds and ends…

If you’re unable to attend the ACFW conference this year, don’t fret! I understand. I’ve been there. And when the timing’s right for you to go, God will provide a way.

If you are attending the conference, here are some funsies you might be interested in:

• I’ll probably wear a lot of red. (Need I say it? Red IS my favorite color!)
• I’m hostessing the Guideposts spotlight session. I’m excited! I’ve been a big fan of theirs for many years!
• I’m serving as a timekeeper this year at editor/agent pitch appoinments. (I’m one of the gals who will keep tabs on time and keep things rolling along in a orderly fashion. You already love me, don’t you?)
• I’m rooming with three other fabulous ladies (Jessica Patch, Gabrielle Meyer, and Lindsay Harrel) and I can’t wait to hug their necks! …AND there may be some cookies involved, too. I’ll post more on that later.

Until then…I pray your weekend holiday is a safe one filled with faith, family, and fun! Take care and I’ll see you here next Wednesday!

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What’s going on in YOUR life at the moment?

Are you attending the ACFW conference?

Anything I can pray about with you?

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Happy Friday and Blessings Always,