Done. 13 chapters.
142 pages.
50,144 words. I am not going to think about the reworking, rewriting, revising just yet. I probably won’t even look at it again for another month. I learned a ton about my writing process and how the people I live with view my writing. At least I think I did. I just need to step away from the whole thing for a time to gain some perspective.
Congratulations on this great accomplishment! You should be so proud of yourself! I can imagine that this was a huge learning experience as a writer. Maybe I will sign up next year... :)
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Way to go! What an incredible accomplishment and sense of achievement. I am afraid to learn what those you live with think about your writing. I hope there is support for you.
ReplyDeleteWOW--I;m impressed with this. I didn't even get close. But as you did, I learned a lot about my process and others. I think just writing every day helps us understand what our students go through. Congratulations Diane. I'm proud of you!
ReplyDeleteSweetness! I've never been brave enough to attempt. Last year I came close, dipping my feet into the edge of the waters, but realized I was in a different place as a writer. I hope you are celebrating this accomplishment. Totally cool!
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Ruth
Wow! Congratulations! I got as far as signing up. Then I realized I needed an idea - and nothing came. Maybe I'll try again next time, or just try on my own. But good for you!!! What an achievement!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations. This is an admirable accomplishment. I can't even imagine trying it.
ReplyDeleteI, like all the rest, am so proud of you, Diana. What a wonderful accomplishment, & best wishes on the next step. Just think, it might be fun!?
ReplyDeleteWow, amazing job! I admire you sooo much for taking this on, and I'm even more impressed that you finished! Look at you! You're a "real" author of a whole novel! Enjoy your accomplishment and take a well-deserved break! (Then be sure to reflect on everything you learned before you forget it all.) :-)
ReplyDeleteCongratulations! What an accomplishment! I started NaNoWriMo with full steam but life got in the way. Can't wait to try again next year. And I think taking time away from it and then revisiting is an excellent idea.
ReplyDeleteI am cheering for you!
ReplyDeleteWhew! Props to you! Sometimes it's more about the process than the product. What a learning experience!
ReplyDeleteYou rock Diana! AWESOME!
ReplyDeleteWhoo hoo! What an amazing accomplishment and learning experience. Celebrate!
ReplyDeleteWow! Congratulations! I hope you share your reflection when you get back to thinking about your process
ReplyDeleteThanks for your thoughtful comment! I was proud when you said TBDBITL is amazing! I was a member for 5 years and my husband was a member too. We're still active in the alumni band!
ReplyDeleteI had a tough time participating in SOL's March challenge - my bursitis became impossible after a month of spending more evening time in a chair - I can't imagine what would have happened if I'd participated in NaNoMo.
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