My daughter and her mother-in-law and sister-in-law, and me and my daughter-in-law, all got together and went to see the Broadway revival of Gypsy before it closed on August 17. Audra McDonald was a powerhouse in the title role, which left us all musing on the tough-tender complexities of the mother daughter bond. Afterward we went for an early dinner and my niece joined us. And yes, I wore my carnival jacket again, as I did to the past two Broadway shows I attended, you saw the photos, I just pull the piece from my closet, thus avoiding decision fatigue about what to wear, this city doesn’t care, don't judge me.
I have not written here in a while. I did not allow myself to open this page, as I needed to get down a full draft of the book, and I was having the odd experience of writing and writing yet the finish line wasn't getting any closer. But now I’ve finally reached it. I completed the final two chapters on Wednesday, and have spent the last two days trying to make them better, they were still pretty rough. This afternoon I printed out the full manuscript and will spend the next week reading and editing it, and then it will go to my subject. Phew!
I think I've forgotten how to write here. I'll be around to catch up on everyone's blogs this weekend, but maybe not tomorrow, as it's our 39th wedding anniversary and the man is taking me somewhere. I told him I had no bandwidth to devise any plan to celebrate so could he just manage that. He could see that I was under water, working literally around the clock, and he said, I've got this. We’ll do dinner somewhere, I think. Something simple, just us. Thirty nine years just disappeared. I do feel their flight. I’ve secretly been feeling rather rickety, as if I need a soul power up.
This isn't a real post. I'm just dipping in to say hey, I missed you all. Good to be back. I’m plumb out of words right now but will share more soon.
Cngrats....take a deep breath and enjoy your anniversary!
ReplyDeleteYou deserve to celebrate. LOL, maybe make this your official first draft celebration jacket? ;) Seriously, congratulations. Not sure I can phrase this correctly, but with each book, do you feel the weight of what you've learned in each that came before -- push yourself harder, expect more -- or does experience lighten the load a bit? Mary P.S. Audra McDonald could sing the dictionary and I'd listen.
ReplyDeleteWell done, reason to again feel proud of what you do!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you both for 39 years.
Why would you NOT repeatedly wear that fabulous carnival jacket? It is perfect for you. Happy to hear you've reached the final stretch on your latest project. Best of luck wrapping it up. And congratulations on 39 years. Hope dinner is lovely.
ReplyDeleteYou did it! You did it! You've done it again! Do you feel as if you've pushed another baby into the world? I know you've still got a lot of work to do, tidying that baby up but the fact is- the baby is here.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on that and on your thirty-nine years. Two such different achievements but both something to be proud of. And you know what? I think you two crazy kids might make it!
What a wonderful night out with your ladies and by the way- you look gorgeous and why shouldn't you wear that glorious jacket? It suits you perfectly.
Congratulations on 39 years! I love that jacket and all the happy colors. It was made for celebrating. Looking forward to seeing your latest book
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Barbara
Sounds like a difficult job but you made it! Way to go!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your anniversary and wishing you many, many more happy years together!
That carnival jacket is beautiful, as is the lady wearing it. Lovely photos and I'm glad you got out to see the Broadway show.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the book finish, it must feel like a birth of sorts. And congratulations on your wedding anniversary and even more importantly, telling your husband you didn't have the bandwidth to plan anything, telling him you needed help. We don't do that enough, well at least I dont. Sending hugs and love.
Congratulations for 39 years! Susan
ReplyDeleteI totally get it and glad to see you back. And why shouldn't you wear that fabulous jacket over and over?
ReplyDeleteMany congratulations on writing the last chapter! And just in time for celebration. I would be catatonic after such a big push, so it's good to have other people tell you what to do for a few days. Especially when they pick such nice things to do!
ReplyDeleteSo much love to you and your husband for a happy anniversary. 39 years! I know how you're feeling as far as being in need of a soul boost. And CONGRATULATIONS, most of all, for getting through that writing job -- no small feat in these insane and horribly demoralizing times.
ReplyDeleteYou and your family know how to celebrate and to love. It is a joy to read this post. Sending love to you and your beloved on your 39th anniversary tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're dipping in and letting us know what's up! It must be a huge relief to get that draft of the book done. I hope you get a chance to celebrate both that and your anniversary in style. :)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on finishing the book. I stand in awe of your ability to write books. And happy anniversary. We will have 40 in December. I like the jacket, it's cheerful. Wear it often!
ReplyDeleteCodex: Surfacing from a project. Good to see you. The jacket is colorful and suits you. Happy Anniversary.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations...I hope you got that "soul power up" this past weekend. I definitely did, because last week, our daughter birthed our newest grandchild!
ReplyDeleteDb, this is amazing! Best soul power up ever! I’m happy for you.
DeleteGreat to hear you! XO, love your snazzy jacket. Relax for a bit!
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