Down But Not Out [The NaNoWriMo Diaries - Day 8]

[@HeartBreathings]

I'm behind, but I'm not giving up. We just checked into our next Airbnb and I can't wait to share it with you in tomorrow's vlog. Today, I hope you enjoy this chat about my plan to catch up. Anyone else behind like me?? We can still do this!!

[@FlagPam]

I am waaay behind, but I got a huge 3K word scene done today, and I actually like the scene. I'm actually proud of it, and that almost never happens. :). Oh, and I also love a very clicky keyboard....SO SATISFYING. :)

[@HeartBreathings]

@@FlagPam Wow, that's awesome! I really need a day like that. You're doing great! And yay for clicky keyboards!

[@RPBSpeaks]

Yes, I’m behind 😭 I had such a strong start. But the weekend got me and now I’m playing catch up. Determined to get back on track 💯

[@sarahlouise01]

Yes, I'm behind but ever hopeful of catching up! I knew November was going to be a tough month. ✨I'd be really excited to see vlogs of New Orleans 🤩🧙🔮

[@fralou_sind_kreativ]

I started NaNo very late on day 6. I'm a perfectionist as well so to take pressure off me I let go of wanting to win and settle with the thought of enjoying NaNo and connecting with other writers. Today is my 5th day of writing and I just hit 10K!! I'm super hyped, I've never written so fast and much in my entire life! I usually need two to three months to get to 10K and now I did it in five days OO!! I already feel like a winner! :D I'm documenting my thoughts and my progress in my Writing Journal and I'm learning so much about myself and about my writing it's incredible! And I'm falling more and more in love with my stories and through writing I get so many new ideas and detailed pictures in my head :) What an amazing experience! :D So glad I decided to be part of it :D You are doing so well with all the craziness that's going on in your life right now. Sending you that hyped energy that I'm rolling on right now

[@JDawnKing]

I’m an old woman who has learned to celebrate what I have accomplished. I’m at 14,235 today. The win for gaining any words on paper is awesome! I love my clicky Razer keyboard too.

[@HeartBreathings]

🙌

[@JimmieHammel]

This inspired me to pull out my mechanical keyboard for the day and plug it into my laptop. :) I love the clicky-ness too.

[@slightlyclueless]

It's funny you mention the razer keyboard- I only just realized I could just plug it in to my laptop a few hours ago. I wrote more than 3k words on it in about two and a half hours and it was a blast. Terrible, poorly spelled, grammatically incomprehensible words, and I love them. I can't wait to laugh over them in January.

[@christinem9092]

Girl you look great and wow you are doing amazing. Don't get down you are so inspiring doing all this while having little ones and being on the road!

[@deniserhk]

Girl, this is your vlog, you do you! I think its a great idea to blog visiting the places you want to work from, its very helpful for us to see how you get your inspiration for world building!

[@brookdwyer4554]

Hang in there! Don’t forget to give yourself a high five every morning! You have a lot going on. I am so thankful for the advice you give us from your experience.

[@sallymonck5863]

Yes! the high five from Mel Robbins - love it...

[@kirawarner4571]

I managed to hit 10k on day eight and I gave myself a tub of ice cream to enjoy for the rest of the month. I’ve been giving myself daily reward for hitting word count goals too and I find it really exciting so I think I’ll be extending them into coming months to help me through the step after writing the first draft of my story.

[@authorlioragreene7590]

Getting a mechanical keyboard and making sure I have a good ergonomic setup has made a huge difference for me. I have arthritis from breaking both wrists when I was younger, and after writing all day, I'd be in so much pain. But now with my new keyboard, it's a lot easier! I think I got the idea from you awhile back, so thank you!

[@enomisnekal4122]

I never paint my nails, so my 10k reward was to paint my nails. They are now a lovely shade of black.

[@journalsandjuju]

Yes on the New Orleans Vlog especially the metaphysical shops!

[@shannonmoreau2531]

Yes, NaNo Diaries from New Orleans would be awesome!

[@JayceGrae]

I took 4 days off too! My new adjusted daily goal is 2090 words. So roughly 4 smaller handwritten pages which equals eight 1o-minute sprints. We've got this!

[@kelsyfish]

I think there was something in the air this weekend… I missed 3.5 days and am just getting back to it today. It’s hard not to be tough on yourself but I love the idea of looking at how many sprints you need. I fell into doing something like that today - just sitting down for 4 sprints and trying to do my best. It’s a battle, but we can do it!!

[@jeanetteclintonridgegarden]

I believe I'm up to at least 2000 words right now. To many distractions this last week. I hope to make it up this weekend. Don't give up and keep going, I have faith in you!!

[@WendyMoule]

I'm finding your videos so inspiring in many ways. I've started on those books I've had rumbling around in my head for years now. Also the sentiment of I messed up today but I'm going to keep going has helped me with dieting. Almost 10kg down in the last few months. Keep on keeping on.

[@carriebartkowiak]

That NoLa trip is going to be SO cool. I'm a mechanical keyboard addict, too. My main keyboard, my bluetooth keyboard...I just can't do chiclet keys. At least, not without a lot of grumbling, whining, and backspacing because my fingers slid off the stupid things and hit the wrong key.

[@realetreasures6443]

My daughter and son-in-law gave me a Royal Kludge gaming Keyboard for my birthday and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it. Now, if I have to travel, it goes along with me and my laptop and I've switched laptop bags to accommodate it. It has key caps that look like old fashioned typewriter keys, a totally clicky touch, and rainbow LED lights that sparkle for me when I turn my laptop on. Using it reminds me that I'm not playing around here: this is career building stuff. You need to unpack your Razer and make space for it today. You'll be glad you did.

[@tampagirl7533]

Yes!!! Super excited about New Orleans!!!!

[@punkkitty100]

You will like Gaylord!!!!!! Enjoy. Wish I would be here in Texas over there holidays. Would love to say hi in person since you have been inspiring me to just get through each day since my hubby passed away. Your cherry personality and the smiles from the kids and the beautiful scenery is a light in my day. Enjoy each location!!!¡

[@tammay7254]

Such a great idea to set intentions the night before for the next day! I'm lousy with rewards too. I had them all down but haven't bought myself a single one!

[@reneebarrette4514]

Yes to everything New Orleans!!!!

[@AngelaDrakeA]

Good morning, Sarra. Please take us to witchy shops! Let us live vicariously through you. :-) Safe Travels

[@pitbullmomplans]

Little motion sickness tips - because I get super sick in the car and can’t take Gravol cause I’ll be OUT. Electrical tape behind an ear - I don’t know why this works but the fishermen on my dad’s side swear by it and it’s been working for me (placebo or not 🤷🏻‍♀️). I know she’s probably on an iPad or playing with toys or something but if you can keep her off and looking out the front window for as long as possible that can keep away the motion sickness for me. I need to be in the front seat or driving, and obviously that’s not possible for your 2 year old but if you can get her in a seat where she can see out the window… has always helped me! Travelling sucks when you’re feeling sick and I can’t imagine being 2 and feeling sick and having no way to fix it. Hopefully something helps with it - it’s hard to know what it’s like when you’ve never experienced it (ask my husband 😂) but just know it really sucks, and I’m an adult!! 😂

[@kathywerebwrites]

I think I’m learning that I thrive on a personal challenge such as NaNoWriMo. I’ve been blessed this time with lots of uninterrupted time so am way ahead as of today! (I won’t say the number so it won’t discourage anyone 😉) I can’t imagine being constantly on the move, with little kids to take care of, and still be able to keep up with NaNo. You are incredible Sarra! You’ll get there! 🥰🤗💪🏻. Oh! I gave myself a Wig-A-Ma-Jig for my 10,000 words! It’s a jewelry making aid for bending wire! 😆

[@pinkskiestoday]

Love you, Sarra. Have a good night's rest. 💕💕💕💕💕

[@ohreallyalana]

So excited for your New Orleans vlogs! We went to a crystal shop on my birthday trip last month and it was hard to not get one of everything 😅 You'll catch up, I absolutely believe in you. Please please, continue to give yourself grace you have so much on your plate! I'm currently sitting at just a handful under 13k because I took yesterday off. When you're a boy mama the meal prep and laundry ahead doesn't last long 🤣 I'm hoping to get to 20k by Thursday so I can treat myself to a holiday Dutch Bros! Sending you all the good vibes! 💜✨

[@CaKiZu]

Hi Sarra, from a very spoiled woman, I can say experiences are worth way more than presents anyway. I love that you give that stay on Christmas as a gift to the whole family! ☺️🥰

[@katrinamarieauthor]

I think we need a hearties meet up in Dallas.

[@CraftingVicky]

ohhhh so want to see the witchy shops! Continue to be kind for yourself! You got this. And even if you don't make the full word count just the fact that you have done all of this is HUGE!

[@tracyp5492]

New Orleans is my second home. My book involves New Orleans. You will love it.

[@bluovalgal]

Would love to see a vlog of New Orleans! It’s a place my husband and I would like to visit but I can’t eat seafood. LOL. Just hit 19K about two hours ago but not happy with the story. Hope to hit my daily word count tomorrow so that I could do another outline with the large 5x8 index cards. 10k prize was a citrine sun string bracelet. (Can’t wait for that to arrive!). 20K will be sticker sheets called Happy Girl from Amazon. Hang in there, Sarra! I think you’ll knock it out of the park once you’re settled in!

[@nikkihyson1431]

Still sitting around 2k for the month. Ouch! But I feel good about the progress I've made in writing scene cards through act 1. Thursday is an extra day off this week. Huge goals. Big ambition. We're definitely all in this together. Hoping your next b&b is super cozy and perfect.

[@well.loved.notebook]

Yes to NoLa vlogging at cemeteries and witchy shops! I used to be super into that stuff too and it’s always fun to check out new places. Safe travels & enjoy Destin! I hear it’s a really chill place so maybe this stop is exactly what you need!

[@jeanshelbybooks4154]

It’s so odd how something that energized me so much also brings me anxiety. I’m down on words too, but am not worried about catching up. I’ve been focusing on my first book coming out Friday, which is that salty-sweetness I was referring to. 🥰🌷 📚 📖 ✍️

[@xocoolchickxo]

I just find it so cool how you have a whole book series that you have been nurturing for years. It makes me so happy for you! I don't know how to explain It but as a fellow writer there's just a warm and fuzzy feeling in my heart thinking about it. That's truly what dreams are made of! :D

[@HeartBreathings]

Aww I adore this comment. Thank you!

[@GeologyRx]

I was feeling all those anxieties...but like you, I'm trying to tell myself to find and feel the joy. I wanted to try Nano as a cool challenge, but really, any writing we achieve is progress! Let's tell our stories!!!

[@ashleyemma4954]

I also couldn't write for 4 days because my kids were sick including the teething baby who was keeping me up all night for 4 nights in a row. He's better now but luckily I was way ahead before that happened or I'd be stressed! I wrote 13,000 words in one day and few days before that which was by far the most I've ever written!

[@emielou]

You've got this! Any amount of writing is writing and more importantly you are doing that crucial part of plotting what will be the most important book of the series. Considering the constant moving you are having to do, home schooling, having a baby/toddler as well you are still smashing it. It might not be where you would like to be but you also have a lot going on which you've never had to do before. This book will be written whether its not or next month xx

[@tblackthorne]

Excited for New Orleans!!!

[@BonnieDragonKat]

Yes please to Nawlins. My UF is set in Lousiana.

[@reneebarrette4514]

Hahah I love that you wrote Nawlins!!

[@cheyennedealy809]

I love when you said you like clicky keyboards, I do as well. Quiet ones are just not as satisfying. I did hit my 10,000 word goal a couple of days ago. The reward I gave myself was "The Sacred Forest Oracle cards", they are so pretty. I know you catch up. You are doing great with the time you have and the things you are doing. Do not be too hard on yourself.

[@creativekfaye]

As of now, I am behind on my word count by a few days. I am suppose to be at 16,670 but I am currently at 10,968. I have thought about giving up because I felt overwhelmed this morning with regular life stuff and writing but I am not going to give up either. I am going to stay up late tonight to write and hopefully I can catch up a little tomorrow. The perfectionist in me is already disappointed in my progress but I have never written 10,000 words in six days. That's huge for me. I am going to try to figure out how to reward myself. Thank you so much for uploading another video. I would love to see the New Orleans vlog.

[@brookpetersonauthor]

Yes, New Orleans please!

[@annettempalmer]

I was in New Orleans over a decade ago and I just know you’re going to LOVE it! And I would love to see a vlog and haul of all the cool things you find/buy there. I think a lot of us are living vicariously through you as you travel and see all these awesome places and have these incredible and unique experiences. I know it’s hard with the kids and writing, but remember to enjoy these moments. They are truly once in a lifetime ❤️💕

[@dropslemon]

Oh man, I have NEVER related harder than the keyboard talk. I just set up a new PC as a reward for staying ahead throughout NaNo and it happened to come with a new keyboard, and I know it's meant to be a nice new keyboard, but not only is it not mechanical, it's specifically designed for quiet typing. I can't bring myself to take it out of the box.

[@booknerd1974]

Heads up in case Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 was one of the cemeteries specifically on your list. It is closed temporarily for work. I was going to go on Halloween but no such luck!

[@HeartBreathings]

Oh darn! I'm sorry to hear that. Thank you for letting me know!

[@alicepayne4333]

I wasn't going to do Nano this year because of my current WIP taking all my attention. Well, it's off to the editor so my excuse is gone. I'm ten days in but I started this morning and I'm at 6276 so far. I feel amazing! If I can have a day like that I know you can! I believe in you!!!

[@deeplygazingable]

I love my Razer keyboard, too🥰😍

[@MrsSukre07]

I accomplished my first milestone of 10K last Saturday, November the 6th. I get myself a nice Bento lunch (an expensive one! LOL! RIP my wallet) and right now looking forward for my next milestone which if nothing goes wrong, I will hit my 20K tomorrow. I think I'm going to buy one mechanical keyboard as well for the 20K reward. I hope everything goes well for you. I would love to see the vlog in New Orleans and will looking forward to it!

[@sarafinn1350]

I’ve been feeling sluggish lately too I just tell myself I don’t want to lose my streak I just have to write one word to keep it and then that motivates me to write more! I can’t wait to see your rewards! My reward for 10k is a Disney villains tarot deck and it’s really cool I think you’d enjoy it! Good luck sarra you are my inspiration and I know no matter what you are gonna kill the last book in your amazing series! Safe travels to you and your family

[@hattiequinn93]

First you are in my childhood haunts (St. Augustine), then you are going to my Metroplex (Dallas-Fort Worth)! Loving see it all with you.

[@kristen_paige]

Hey Sarra! I’ve lived in New Orleans for the past 5 years and I fell in love with the city! I haven’t been able bring myself to leave yet! Make sure that you spend some time eating some good food while you’re here, there’s so many amazinggg restaurants down here!

[@kristyl6201]

Yesterday I was able to get some more plotting done and watched your video on Series Bible. I would love to see a video on New Orleans that would be so awesome to see. Keep your head up and take it one day at a time. Thank you for sharing Sarra ❤ 😊

[@kimgray28]

I was so excited on Monday morning when I reached 10,000 words. Then I got sick. Today I was finally able to get my reward which was a venti coffee Frappuccino with an extra shot. Starbucks is not a place I often go and it all seemed very special today. Also, I have the Literary Witches Oracle cards. Every morning this month I've been pulling a card to see which author will be my guide for my writing day. I love those cards!!!!

[@kimberlymoore7835]

You are doing amazing with juggling family, writing, and moving. I hit a block but not giving up! The Literary Witches Oracle is excellent! Safe travels!

[@anacosta5635]

Hey Sarra, great to ‘hang out’ with you. I’m feeling frustrated and anxious because I’m way behind... Great tip, for committing and journaling the intention to write. I did get myself some rewards for Nano and have forgotten about them. Thank you for the prep talk, I’m beginning to feel a bit more optimistic. Safe travels on Day 9 ❣️

[@rutholeary3249]

I passed 10,000 on Sunday and ordered myself a Pukka herbal tea advent calendar. So I will be enjoying some new herbal tea flavours each day.

[@ghostyplans]

I’ve been doing the rewards which is very motivating. And then I’ve been making a mug of hot apple cider as I’ve been writing. I’ve been following your meal planning and it really helps.

[@uninterupptedwriter]

Thank goodness for this vlog, seriously. I was feeling so stressed and you gave me so many ideas! From the rewards to counting out how many sprints are needed per day!

[@bekichan91]

Having the 'right' keyboard makes such a difference! I love my mechanical keyboard, but one year had different keycaps on it (they were designed to look like a typewriter, super cute) but because I use a different keyboard layout, it was awful. Took me a while to figure out what the issue was, but it had me feeling like I couldn't type anymore. Swapped out the caps, and it was smooth flowing again. I've been having a bit of a rough patch mental health wise, but (like you said) it's about what you've achieved so far, and the words that I've got are an achievement unto themselves. Still plenty more time to go, and taking a couple of days to look after myself is perfectly alright. Safe travels to you and yours, I hope the moves go smoothly

[@janalewis3030]

I have hit over 12k. Never thought of daily rewards, but I am good with targeted ones. 5k, 10k, 20k, 40k, and 50k. So far I've earned a poster for motivation and some fingerless writing gloves. Closing in on #3 really soon! :) I am hoping to get ahead of schedule soon, though, too, just so I'm covered with busy days and Thanksgiving holiday!

[@railandis15]

I am at 11,107 words and I am choosing my reward tomorrow which is a tarot deck!

[@SuzanneKelmanAuthor]

You can do it!!!

[@jennifermarea8011]

Are you guys try to travel to all 50 states or just the south??? It seems like a super cool trip! Super exciting that you’re going to New Orleans!

[@TraycL]

Oh I would love to see a NOLA vlog. I just love that city😍. I hope you take the kids to Cafe duMonde. If they’ve seen The Princess and the frog 🐸 It’ll prepare them for the explosion of powdered sugar. Take heart. You’ll eventually catch up in the WC. Usually I start Nanowrimo behind and then binge write 10k in a day to catch up. This year, thanks to your preptober workbook, I’m eating the NaNo elephant one bite at a time-the vegetarian version. Don’t worry about the WC. You’re a NaNo veteran. You can do this! One bite at a time. 🤗

[@PinkHawk191]

I caught up on my writing project. I did two paragraphs since I didn’t do any work after my Zoom classes yesterday. I had to catch up so I am able to keep up with pre op and surgery coming up.

[@briar.writes]

I am also a bit behind, but honestly I'm not paying too much attention to it because there is still so much time left! Come US Thanksgiving, I'll have to see where I'm at to hit the 50k... We can do it!

[@libraroze]

I love that you’re going to New Orleans. We went back in March and it was such an amazing trip! I have had a week of no words because I have been working 14 days and my brain is just mush. Hope to get back into it tonight. So excited to hit 10k words now forgot what I put as my reward but, it will be a reward in itself to hit it!

[@StampinDivaUK]

I have been behind as well. To top it all I went back to work this morning for my next block of 4 days, so I figured that the next 4 days would be low word count days. However, doing word sprints with my local Nano discord group really helped this evening and I got more than my day's words done and finally got myself over the 10,000 word mark. I'm still way behind, but at least I've managed to do more than I thought I would manage tonight. For my 10k reward I promised myself some pretty washi tape, so I'm heading off to find some online that I can order tonight.

[@authorroxyhart2024]

I'm definitely excited for a New Orleans vlog. I love the witchy vibes!

[@luvsnursing9946]

I use writing as a escape after work. I have an awesome family especially my husband who keeps me in candles for wiring. I have managed to write 28,000 words. My reason for trying to get ahead due to Thanksgiving Company. . For 10k I gave myself a candle making pot and candles. 25k I gave myself some Coca Cola crocs. Y’all got this. Sarah I hope you enjoy Texas. The coast is still warm.

[@kwalton7690]

Enjoy the New Orleans and you will be inspired to write for sure :) Aaaaand while you are enjoying NOLA, you can take a journal with you to jot down inspirational ideas that come and that will count towards your words :)

[@elizalagonia1049]

I feel your pain. When we moved in February I was really hoping that both my sons were just not used to being in a car and getting car sick because of that. Then we went to a wedding in June and one did okay, he still got sick, but not as much but his twin it was like every 1.5-2 hours he'd get sick. On the way back we couldn't give him anything to eat or drink for the second half of the trip because I out of clothes and he was throwing up water. I think it's the mountains, but I don't know. In February they both got sick on flat drive, but they were fine on flat ground after the wedding. I decided not to go to my high school reunion after that trip because flights were exspencive and I couldn't put my son through not eating for almost 2 days to spend 36 hours in GA. I haven't been doing my rewards because of a lot of things, but I am going to do them. I even added a reward onto my 10k reward. I'm not sure if I'm going to get to 50K. I'm going to try and I think I can get close, but I'm looking at the numbers that I'm making everyday and the days that I want to take off for Thanksgiving and family being in and taking my Sunday baths. But I'm still working for it. I still want the gold. Please drive safely, I know you're probably already there. There's been a lot of car accidents by me lately and it makes me anxious to drive anywhere.

[@momokeen]

Yes to the New Orleans vlog! I've never been but have always been curious. My word count is currently sitting at 8,386, so I am behind. Through doing your writing challenges and taking HB90 last year, I've learned that I am a slow writer (anywhere from 150-400 words in a sprint on average), which has been disappointing, but at least now I know. I've been mitigating a funk this week, but I make myself do at least one sprint every day just to keep the momentum. I'm not thinking that I will get to 50k this month, but just finally making progress on this project is enough for me. Good luck! I know you will catch up in no time!

[@railandis15]

And yes please please share those blogs of New Orleans. I have a story i want to write in that city as. well

[@Jennperrywork]

I would recommend heading back to St Augustine in the spring.. it is haunted and there is soooo much history to explore. As a native of Jacksonville I highly highly suggest you try it again. Andrew would looove Ripleys.. luv ya!!

[@SusanGHaws]

14,787 words at end of day 9. I had been ahead now I am behind but in the catch up area. But I never won Nanowrimo before so concerned I won't this time but working on it. Oh well only have done some of the rewards but going to get back to it.

[@milissaellan6805]

Today, Day 10, I have finally hit 10k 😅 It is the first day I was able to hit my 2500/day goal... and I actually ended up binge writing to 5k. 🙃 I'm still way behind, but I feel good about catching up. We've seen you write your rear off, so we're all rooting for you. We got this! Oh hey, and you're right-- I DO get a reward today!! As always, your videos give me life!! (And excellent reminders!) 😉

[@laurafindsjoy]

I really like your chatty videos. This is my first NaNoWriMo, and I am shocked to be pretty much on par--less than 100 words behind the daily pace. My problem is that I can see a point looming in the next week or so when I will run out of planned scenes to write, and then I have no idea what I'll do next.

[@rutholeary3249]

Don’t say failed ! Any amount of words is a win. So I encourage everyone to remove the word fail from their vocabulary. Enjoy the process.

[@k.ande.southworth9197]

My rewards are new inks for my calligraphy pens, or new tubes of paint. I hit 10K new words yesterday,

[@marybridgetperez9066]

I’m sad that your leaving St. Augustine. My family vacations there every year and It was super cool to watch you vlog places I’ve been and see things I recognize. However it is fun to watch you travel from place to place and I wish you the best of luck in your journey!

[@katendress6142]

I am at 15,384 after a 3K day and I am exhausted. Need to do some plotting tomorrow on breaks at work so I can get writing after work.

[@pollyolsen5835]

Would totally love to see New Orleans if you have the time.

[@medusa3592]

Looking forward to you being in New Orleans. It reminds me of that series by Anne Rice I once read (The Witching Hour, Lasher and Taltos). I think I want to re-read those books and I'm giving myself the e-books as a reward. Keeping my fingers crosses for your success, Sarra! (I'm barely past the Catalyst/IE...not panicking, but bullet pointing my way through some of the chapters to get to the next chapter faster.)

[@carinahjort8401]

Love a super clickity keyboard! Desperately want one too! Would love to have a little montage in a later video so we can appreciate the glory of it :D Keep going, you're doing great!!

[@catcooke9270]

I’m doing a Sarra 2020 this year and I have to finish a book by the end of November to meet my preorder deadline. It’s a lot more than 50k 🙈 but I’m on track so far and I feel like I’m smashing it! I’ve got a big jar full of chocolates and I get a chocolate for every 1000 words. It’s really working 😂

[@adriannanorth]

I’d LOVE New Orleans vlogs!! My mother always wanted to go there, but she passed before she could. Also, what foundation do I use? Ur Glowing! Makeup Vlog, lol?? Thanks for this Vlog!

[@LyGamezz]

So I always wrote on my MacBook because I liked the sound and feel of the keyboard. I am a gamer since day one and also have a mechanical keyboard and mainly used it for that. Now that I have my own office setup with my gaming pc, books and funko collection I am using it more and more. There is something about the sound of those keys that hypnotic. It reminds me of the old typewriters ❤️ only problem I have is that I have the pink razer keyboard that is now dirty and gross because I am always working on it. I think ( as a reward for nano ) I will get a black one

[@raekline763]

Omg when I hit 15 k I went and got some manga from barns and noble!! When I hit 30k I wanna order a howls moving castle puzzle set then after 50 k I’m gona go see a movie and get a huge popcorn!!! Lol I a bit poor right now so my rewards aren’t much but they make me happy!

[@sheelachattopadhyay]

You're not alone in the having a lot going on, so I haven't finished even compiling the pieces of my story into one place yet. It was only yesterday that I had been able to write a scene on it in months. This is on top of online classes and a few other responsibilities to handle. The rewards have been out the window, although I could count the friend time as a reward in a sense. You're doing the best you can with what you have to work with right now.

[@jenalang6065]

I can't wait to see your vlogs in New Orleans! I'm planning my first trip there next year.

[@s4010970]

Maybe you can do a "sematary sprint" in New Orleans to hit two birds with one stone!

[@natalie2430]

I am so much into the witchy theme, love old cemeteries! I would really love if you could do a vlog about all witchy stuff that you will see there!

[@pattyellis5359]

I never give up, since I am listening each day to your old plotting advice to get a move on when I am at home. Unfortunately, I had to take time to converse with my characters. And then my day job had to work close shifts, that lands up with me having a bad headache. But today, was good. I did manage to sort out 1500 odd words. Since I had to sort out my 10k of rough draft, because I needed to figure out something that I missed somewhere in the 10k. But yea, there is time to get to a good number even if it is not 50k of this nanowrimo.

[@SDHegyes]

Since my family was low on funds when we moved into our first home and we didn't go to theaters often, we went to the movies as either a birthday or Christmas gift. The birthday person got to chose the movie on birthdays and we voted for the Christmas one. Having an experience as a family versus exchanging gifts was always a lot more fun honestly, and I think we're going to do it again because we miss doing fun things like that as a family. We do other things, but it's been a while since we saw a movie-even before the pandemic-and the kiddos have been asking if we can see one again. I'm also behind, but I'm OK with that. The story is flowing well (because I'm plotting and fixing it as I go) and I'm liking the words I'm writing, which (to me) is actually more important than just getting words on the page. I don't want to write 500 words of garbage I know I'm going to toss at the end of the month when NaNo ends. I want 500 good words that may need some tweaking and refining, but will ultimately stay in the draft for publication... if that makes sense... I think you're doing fine. You've got A LOT going on, and the fact that you're doing NaNo at all still impresses me. Please don't beat yourself up for it. 💙

[@seekingmycraftytribe]

Yes everything's moving so fast. We're almost to the middle of November. Would love to see vlogs of you in New Orleans if possible. You're doing awesome Sarra! Keep believing!💜💜💜

[@michellec2365]

You’ve got this! Orange is a great color on you!

[@hopehelstrom4901]

You have inspired me into writing for the first time ever , You haven't failed you started book 12, I blew through my whole outline and scenes and only had 5000 words ... BY 10,000 they knew who the killer was ... I am headed back to plotting for the 3rd time, LOL We can do this!!!!

[@Thecozyneurodivergent]

Same thing happened to me! At 7600 words I realized I needed to do more plotting.

[@chrystalbliske9512]

I think that my 10k reward was a new bullet journal... I know my 5, 15, and 25k rewards are all sitting in my Amazon cart... but I DID get the new journal!!! 20k, which I just passed yesterday I think, is more yarn and I usually buy that in person. Hmmm... I need more snacks and to figure out a daily reward now that I've hit a bump...