My biggest frustration is trying to find the time, place, and solitude for writing. I am part of the "sandwich" generation in the midst of a large, loving family, ranging from 6 young grandchildren to aging parents; I teach my Misty Hill Lodge Writing Workshops on a monthly basis (at least); and I am always juggling the demands of being a regional advisor for SCBWI. Mix that in with the normal rigors of maintaining an old house and 6 acres of land, and my writing time is the part that suffers the most.
However, hope is in sight. My 10 x 10 foot writing cabin is well underway. This photo is not quite up-to-date, but is close enough to give you a glimpse of my soon-to-be Hemingway Hideaway. The exterior is complete, and my dear husband is working on the interior. When finished, there will be electricity, heat in the winter, and breezy cross-ventilation in the summer, but no internet access and no telephone. Once inside, I may never be coaxed out.
Stay tuned for more photos when complete...
6 comments:
BEAUTIFUL! Edie, your shoulders are very broad to take on all the things you do. I'm glad you will have this perfect space to retreat and create.
Boy, Edie, I have a hard time holding my schedule together and I have neither aging parents nor children to consider. Regional SCBWI advisor as well? I think you deserve a medal, along with your new writing retreat!
Thank you, both!
The Hemingway Hideout looks great!! Good idea, I think, to forgo internet and telephone -- the less distractions (especially given your life situation) the better. I had both in my last shack and because of them I wasn't isolated enough! Keep juggling the rest of your life and make as much time for writing as possible. Having read Broken Drum, I can say the world of literature is a better place with your contributions to it!!
Mark, thank you so much!
I love seeing your shack in the making. What a dwelling of hope! Finding time to write with such an amazingly busy schedule is difficult, but well worth it- I agree with Mark, we the readers will benefit from every moment of time you find to write.
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