One Word

This year I decided to set my writing goals by choosing one word that I wanted my writing to reflect for 2009. The word I chose was PROGRESS. From January 1st to December 31st, I want to see PROGRESS. That may mean three romance rough drafts, a completed novella, agent interest, a publishing contract or a deeper understanding of plot, characterization or pace.

How do I not lose the original momentum on my quest for progress this year? Each week on my blog, I chose a word that best describes my writing progress for that week. For me that keeps me honest and forward moving. I don't want to publically admit that my writing isn't a priority in my life with words like lazy, ignore, blocked so I make sure I do something each week.

So far this one word system has worked for me. I've completed a rough draft of a romance novella, wrote, polished, submitted a short romance story, caught up on marketing and sending work for hire packets for my children's writing, researched agents websites and garnered my first acceptance for the year (an article on retelling Bible stories).

What one word would describe what you'd like to accomplish with your writing this year? Will you share it?

Rose

PS I think PROGRESS also describes our new publishing company-White Rose!

Holiday Baking

Good Morning,

Baking for the holidays is a tradition in most homes, so that's why I incorporated it into the story in Through The Eyes of Love. Today I'd like to share a recipe passed down from my Grandma Ross. This is an easy and quick recipe that requires no cooking or baking so it's great for little hands to help with!

Creamy Chocolate Pie

1 small box of instant chocolate pudding
1 cup of milk

Mix together with whisk until thick. Add 1 1/2 cups whipped topping(lite doesn't work well). Pour into premade graham cracker crust. Top with the remaining whipping topping and sprinkle with chopped nuts.

I hope you enjoy this pie as much as my family has over the years.

Rose