by Ira | Jun 15, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
The next phase of the writing is underway. Whew! Set myself up for a badass opening scene, too. I can’t wait to actually write it, which is, of course, the whole damn point of how much outlining I do. It was the day I needed today. Much more of it to come, as well....
by Ira | Jun 14, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
An untethered day, spent trying to get my feet back on the ground. I succeeded I think. A good night’s sleep cures a lot, if not all, as does a nap. I found the latter today after feeding the pups dinner. Hopefully I find the former here shortly. Tomorrow…push. Need...
by Ira | Jun 13, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
We spent eight hours driving today, my goodness. Left the house at 10am and got back at 11pm. Dropped off the pups at Stephen and Thida’s because we were going to be gone all day. It’s so nice to drop the pups off there—they love those two like family, and their house...
by Ira | Jun 12, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
Man. That’s the way you start a World Cup. Hell yeah 🙂 We thrashed Paraguay 4-1. I mean…I’m pretty sure we were supposed to, but still, it’s important to beat the teams you’re supposed to beat. Three huge points in the group stage. I’m so psyched about this World Cup....
by Ira | Jun 11, 2026 | Challenge, Journal
I was able to send off my rough outline today. BIG STEP. Still plenty of holes, but I’ve finally landed on my storylines. The shapes are all there. In other words, what was before an infinite number of holes is now finite, and I can really get to work. It’s a good...
