So here we are at the very end of 2016. For many reasons, this year has been momentous, and will certainly be remembered in the history books, although not always kindly.
On a personal level, it’s also been a year of big changes. There’s been the joyous birth of my second son, the sad loss of my last grandparent, the anxiety of sending my oldest son off to school, and the beginning of my weight loss journey which sees me triumphantly ending the year more than 3 stone lighter.
And when it comes to books, my Paper Duchess series continued with the release of The Matching, I also released my first non fiction book, How to Survive Working from Home with Preschool Children, and announced upcoming books The Memory Trader and After. I’ve also increased my mailing list from a mere handful, to more than 750 subscribers.
What didn’t happen, unfortunately, was the release of The Visionary, which I’ve had to delay. I could reel off a range of excuses, all of them valid, but they’re just excuses at the end of the day. If I delve deep, if I’m truly honest, I think I’m lacking focus. A focus I will regain in the new year.
And I have a plan. But, more about that tomorrow.
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I’ve just read this as part of the 5 Year Project hop, along with your next post. Sounds like 2016 was a challenging year for you in many ways. Your weight loss is truly staggering – well done – and, yes, you must be filled with confidence now. If you put your mind to it you can achieve so much more in 2017. Best wishes and good luck with your writing activities.
Thank you very much. It really is a big confidence boost in so many ways, and has given me a much needed attitude kick-start! I’m looking forward to throwing myself into the year. Good luck to you for 2017 too.
You did great!
I hope you have an amazing 2017. 🙂
You too Misha!
It is amazing how much you accomplished with a new baby in the house. Good luck with your writing goals and your kids. All the best in the new year.
Thank you. And to you.