I'm Done!
Sunday, June 26, 2009-- 10:42am
Posted by Bar


Hi Everybody,

I am very, very, very glad to report that my book is done! After two  
years of writing, I've gotten to the point where I don't think I can  
do any better. If and when I find a publisher, the editor will  
undoubtedly ask for additional changes, but I've done all that I can  
for now. It feels good to be done, but it also feels a little lonely.  
Writing about Forrest and our life together has brought him close to  
me again and it's hard to say good-bye a second time. It's not like  
the last good-bye, but it's still hollow.

Peter started reading the book last night. I read him a few sections  
along the way but mostly he didn't want to hear it or read it until  
it was done. It's hard to wander around the house while he reads. I  
know the book by heart by now, so I can sort of guess what he's  
reading as he sits there. Mostly I'm wondering if it will be  
emotional for him. No doubt it will be. He read the first 30 pages  
last night and didn't say anything when he was done, so I had to ask  
him what he thought. Men!! His response was that it was fun to read.  
I love that answer.

I'll keep you posted in the coming months as the work of finding an  
agent and publisher goes on. If I can't find someone to publish it,  
I'll make copies for those of you who would like to read it. I  
confess that I love the book. The stories are inherently good, I  
think. The challenge has been to write them well. I'm thankful to my  
weekly writing group for the tremendous help they've given. I've  
learned a ton and I'm very excited about sharing the book with all of  
you and others.

If any of you are in the publishing industry or if you know someone  
who is, I welcome your input and advice. I'm grateful to have many  
excellent writer friends here in Woodstock who have already offered  
help, but can always use more.

Much love and thanks for your support along the way.

Bar