It’s almost as gray outside right now (1:10 pm) as it was when I got up at 5:30 this morning. It’s chilly. It’s rainy. It’s gorgeous. The words are flowing through me as I revise this story. Not the one I should be working on, but the one I’m driven to write right now.
For more than a month now, I’ve been checking my email obsessively. If you’re a writer, you can probably guess why. I’m looking for a note – rejection, acceptance, or even just acknowledgement – from a specific place (this is outside of the queries I have outstanding).
When I got back from lunch today, something much better was waiting for me. Yes, better than an acceptance email (okay, maybe just a different kind of better, like comparing fresh cupcakes to really good iced coffee). That’s why this is about priority. It was from a friend I lost touch with and am so very happy to hear from. It made my day.
So, today is worth celebrating. I think more days should be like that. Find a reason to enjoy them, and celebrate. Even if it’s just meeting your word count, or feeling inspired, or getting a load of laundry done when you’d rather be watching TV.
So, what are you celebrating today?
Nothing to celebrate yet I had a nice day and I feel positive about things so I’m with ya. It feels nice sometimes to just be happy and your post made me feel just that.
I have an award for ya over at my place if ya wanna play.
How great to find something good in your email whether it’s an acceptance or a note from an old friend. We all need something positive in our days. (I’m sure not looking forward to stalking my email when I start sending out queries. 😛 )
Today I celebrate lunch with a friend and world building.
Missouri weather today has been like paradise today. That’s what I’m celebrating.
Awesome about your reconnection!
Teresa
You are so right! I’m celebrating today cause my daughter has been struggling with some things healthwise and a lot of progress was made today!