Baby Watch, Halloween, and Finishing Books, Oh My!
My brain has been in lockdown mode. I’m 20 pages away from finishing this book. You know how you hear stories of women frantically cleaning their houses in preparation for a baby? Me? Not so much. My instincts are more in line with, Oh-Lord-I’d-Better-Finish-This-Book-Before-I-Give-Birth-Because-I-Will-Have-No-Brain-Left. I’ve been knuckling down, trying to wrap up the rough draft. This would be easier if I weren’t at the Fear of the Ending stage. Those of you who know me well, understand that once I hit the point where I’m within reach of the end, I start panicking and second-guessing myself. The writing grinds to a screeching halt and I’m lucky if I finish 2 pages a night. It’s just a mental game. I get over it and it all ends up okay in the second draft, but I have to constantly remind myself that it’s okay to write an undercooked scene because I’ll fix it later.
I saw the doctor today, and he reminded me that if I started in real labor or my water broke that I needed to get to the hospital IMMEDIATELY. 
Well, duh. 
My co-workers threw me a surprise baby shower today, which was the nicest end to my day. I never saw it coming. We enjoyed cake, drinks, and they gave me a gift card to Babies R Us. I love the people I work with.
Anyway, thought I’d leave you with these pictures of my beautiful kidlets, all dressed up for trick-or-treating.
Michelle posted in Writing @ 7:16 pm | Viewed 1924 times
beth Says:
Yay for being within 20 pages! I would think the incentive of getting it finished pre-baby will keep you going. If not, surely chocolate is good for pregnancy, right?
The kiddos are adorable as always - hope they got a good haul of loot!
Melissa Blue Says:
Your daughter is the spitting image of you.
Holly (aka Taryn Raye) Says:
Yay! You’ll get through those last few pages. Did the kids make out well for trick or treat?
Sounds like you work with a great bunch of people.
Will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim A. Says:
Sending positive vibes/Light for your writing, Michelle, and your impending delivery.
Your children are adorable and look like they were having a great time. Hopefully they aren’t too “high” on sugar now. LOL.
-Kim
Kelly Boyce Says:
Good luck getting to the end! The kids look great. Is that a power ranger costume? My nephew was dressed up as the red one. Too cute!
Leanne Says:
Your children are adorable Michelle. I am wishing you well on the pregnancy.
As for the book, I have plenty of faith in you that you will conquer the hurdles and get it done on time. 
Hope you and everyone else has a great weekend. 
Leanne
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mary beth Says:
GREAT Photo. :rotf: at doctor’s words. What was he thinking?!?!
Melissa Mc Says:
Good luck getting the book finished! You’re almost there!!!!
Melissa Marsh Says:
Love your daughter’s smile!