I can't sleep tonight.
I went to see the newest remake of Jane Eyre. There is something about period movies that makes my romantic sensibilities lose control. Directed by Cary Joji Fukunaga, screenplay written by Moira Buffini.
The language was lush and the quiet moments hummed with intensity. Visually stunning, landscape as stark and bare as the protagonist. Declarations of love, poetic. The loneliness and longing so palpable it takes a strangle hold and dares not let go. Left in its wake is me in a bit of a wilted state. I guess it does no good to wallow. Must get some rest...
Peace,
L~
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Monday, April 25, 2011
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Rain, rain, go away....
Saturday morning and I am sitting in front of this post trying to come up with something interesting to write. Can you smell the smoke?
Let's see, writing group went well last night, I had decent feedback. I'm not sure how to address some of their comments within the story yet. I'll just have to think on it. I plan on writing today but I've had a late start and I have a family lunch to go to shortly.
My niece Gexy turned 15 this week. I can't believe I am an aunt to a 15-year old teen. When did that happen? And can we stop the aging process please? Like right now. She had her first student show at Pratt's Saturday Art Program last Saturday and I am blown away at her talent. Gexy has a quirky brain and I like being surprised by her interpretation of the way she sees the world. Interesting to say the least.
I'm trying to organize my brain to what to do after lunch. There are errands to run, kitty litter to buy and box to clean out. There are chores in the house to take care of...blah! This is the time when I most need someone else to take care of that for me. Who am I kidding? I'm sure I will tackle it when I get back from lunch this afternoon. And fit in some writing. Hmmm maybe I'm approaching this all wrong. Perhaps today I'll try to fit in the chores and just write. If I want to finish this novel this year, I need to make the most of my weekends on this project. Yes, my head is on straight now.
Which reminds me, someone sent me a manuscript of their novel and I'd also like to take a read of that as well. I'll convert it into a PDF and upload it onto my Nook. And there is also Kathe Koja's book, Under the Poppy. I've been wanting to read this book for ages but I was waiting for some down time.
All right, I'm off to a birthday lunch.
Peace,
Lily
All artwork, photos, and text © Copyright 2008-2011 Liliana Almendarez unless indicated otherwise. All Rights Reserved. Any downloading, copying or use of images on this website is strictly prohibited without express written consent by Liliana Almendarez.
Let's see, writing group went well last night, I had decent feedback. I'm not sure how to address some of their comments within the story yet. I'll just have to think on it. I plan on writing today but I've had a late start and I have a family lunch to go to shortly.
My niece Gexy turned 15 this week. I can't believe I am an aunt to a 15-year old teen. When did that happen? And can we stop the aging process please? Like right now. She had her first student show at Pratt's Saturday Art Program last Saturday and I am blown away at her talent. Gexy has a quirky brain and I like being surprised by her interpretation of the way she sees the world. Interesting to say the least.
I'm trying to organize my brain to what to do after lunch. There are errands to run, kitty litter to buy and box to clean out. There are chores in the house to take care of...blah! This is the time when I most need someone else to take care of that for me. Who am I kidding? I'm sure I will tackle it when I get back from lunch this afternoon. And fit in some writing. Hmmm maybe I'm approaching this all wrong. Perhaps today I'll try to fit in the chores and just write. If I want to finish this novel this year, I need to make the most of my weekends on this project. Yes, my head is on straight now.
Which reminds me, someone sent me a manuscript of their novel and I'd also like to take a read of that as well. I'll convert it into a PDF and upload it onto my Nook. And there is also Kathe Koja's book, Under the Poppy. I've been wanting to read this book for ages but I was waiting for some down time.
All right, I'm off to a birthday lunch.
Peace,
Lily
All artwork, photos, and text © Copyright 2008-2011 Liliana Almendarez unless indicated otherwise. All Rights Reserved. Any downloading, copying or use of images on this website is strictly prohibited without express written consent by Liliana Almendarez.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Sticky ZZZZZZZZZZ
Last night, writing was a bit grueling. Let me rephrase that. I’m dealing with a difficult scene. On the one hand, I was able to carve out some language and incorporate some new ideas after last week’s feedback. On the other hand, after two hours of work, I only had 790 words added to the chapter. It was going but each new sentence or turn of phrase came out painfully s-l-o-w. My first reaction after 2 hours of work was “that’s it?!” But a teeny voice in the back of my brain was celebrating. It means two more hours of work on a manuscript that was neglected for a week while I transitioned to my new place. It means 790 more words than I had the day before. It means that I have worked every day this week since Sunday on this story. It means I am that much closer to finishing it. So the teeny voice is getting heard for a change. Phew!
It’s a grey day in Noo Yawk Sitty and the low grade migraine that I have had for the past three days is slowly…very slowly starting to subside. I know there is a storm front heading our way and once the storm passes, I hope this migraine will go with it. My skin has felt cold and clammy these last couple of days. Cold damp weather is not good for the Kapha constitution. Blah! Ooo it just started raining. It’s a light foggy misty kind of rain. A wimpy kind of rainwater that barely leaves drops on the windows. Meanwhile, my very straight hair (heavily weighed down with product) is frizzing up. Dammit!! Hehehe.
Uhm gosh, what else? Oh yes, I accidently spilled a cup of my tea onto my work station’s keyboard yesterday. So now the letter ZZZZZZZZ gets stuck. I tried to wipe it down with paper towels and I thought I managed to dry it all but alas I think all the nasty dusty crud has mingled with the sugar from my tea to make it a sticky ZZZZZZZZZZ. What crap, I may have to go in with a damp cloth between the key spacing to clear it out. Bleck! As you can see I am very busy with very important tasks at my day job. All right, I guess I need to get my day started.
Peace,
Lily
All artwork, photos, and text © Copyright 2008-2011 Liliana Almendarez unless indicated otherwise. All Rights Reserved. Any downloading, copying or use of images on this website is strictly prohibited without express written consent by Liliana Almendarez.
It’s a grey day in Noo Yawk Sitty and the low grade migraine that I have had for the past three days is slowly…very slowly starting to subside. I know there is a storm front heading our way and once the storm passes, I hope this migraine will go with it. My skin has felt cold and clammy these last couple of days. Cold damp weather is not good for the Kapha constitution. Blah! Ooo it just started raining. It’s a light foggy misty kind of rain. A wimpy kind of rainwater that barely leaves drops on the windows. Meanwhile, my very straight hair (heavily weighed down with product) is frizzing up. Dammit!! Hehehe.
Uhm gosh, what else? Oh yes, I accidently spilled a cup of my tea onto my work station’s keyboard yesterday. So now the letter ZZZZZZZZ gets stuck. I tried to wipe it down with paper towels and I thought I managed to dry it all but alas I think all the nasty dusty crud has mingled with the sugar from my tea to make it a sticky ZZZZZZZZZZ. What crap, I may have to go in with a damp cloth between the key spacing to clear it out. Bleck! As you can see I am very busy with very important tasks at my day job. All right, I guess I need to get my day started.
Peace,
Lily
All artwork, photos, and text © Copyright 2008-2011 Liliana Almendarez unless indicated otherwise. All Rights Reserved. Any downloading, copying or use of images on this website is strictly prohibited without express written consent by Liliana Almendarez.
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