“When you let your imagination run away with you, be prepared for the mental exhaustion.” – Ritu
For Linda’s #1LinerWeds challenge.
That was my one line, here’s my explanation:
The last month has seen me write over 50,000 words. I have never written so much in such a short space of time!
And while I wrote, my brain, my imagination went wild. I created this amazing (to me!) story.
Then I had to stop.
All that thinking and writing drained me!
I’m back to school on Monday, and the way I feel at the moment, if I don’t take a step back, I’ll be more tired than I was before the six-week break!
My story is still not finished, But will see its end, sooner rather than later.
But I’m taking advice from my brain now, to step back for a little while to allow my creative self to get her second wind, before charging on again!
Have a great Wednesday Peeps!
But I Smile Anyway... 
Aug 31, 2017 @ 01:12:16
Way to go, Ritu! But, please step back till school starts next week. I started back this week. Monday was terrific and inspiring. Today I feel totally fried (and it’s only Wednesday!). Children come tomorrow for a visit- beyond wonderful and exhausting, as you know. Then a long weekend before the school year begins. On a side note, I need to do do as much cleaning, organizing, sorting, and purging at home as I do at school!! Ha! Take a break, my friend.
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Aug 31, 2017 @ 07:58:11
I’m trying Jennie!!!! I have one day – Monday – before the children come in … then the gfun starts!
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Aug 31, 2017 @ 22:41:51
Okay… remember when you told me to make the time, and I could do it? That meant the world to me, maybe the push I needed. In this CRAZY first week back to school, I have been so much better at prioritizing. So now, I can throw the ball back to you. Deep breathing… 🙂
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Aug 31, 2017 @ 23:50:53
Lol!!! A whole weekend to relax. Hubby is taking me away for the night!!!
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Sep 01, 2017 @ 02:42:52
Yes, yes, YES! 😀
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Sep 01, 2017 @ 08:01:58
Though the kids will be there too… but I’m not complaining! No cooking or cleaning for at least 24 hours!
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Sep 01, 2017 @ 12:31:55
👏🏻😀👍🎉
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 18:46:05
You have sure earned a nap or three! I bet it was worth it. Sometimes when I’m exhausted, my imagination runs away with me, but I don’t always capture it on paper.
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 20:30:40
Thank you JoAnna! It’s not always easy
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 18:40:06
Good for you, Ritu! Enjoy your break while you can get it! Mine’s coming when school starts, so we’re opposite. 🙂
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 20:29:28
Lol we are indeed! Mind you my holiday is much of a busman’s holiday… swapping a class for My own two!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 16:01:44
All the while, settling in for Absolute Grooviness. 😎😎😎
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 16:10:49
Trying Dorna lol!!!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 15:13:10
I needed no explanation Ritu having successfully done NaNoWriMo last year. Fallout from the was huge in terms of emotional drain and possibly initiated a semi reluctance to enter that zone again! I was privately wondering if your amazing word count was going to kick back at some point. I think a lot of people underestimate the mindset when it embarks into the mind palace for a protracted period. That said it’s also a very satisfying feeling too so well done again 😊
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 15:40:52
It’s truly draining Gary! But I’m taking small steps now!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 14:44:37
Haha… this is awesome, sis! Fantastic. I love your creativity and fantasy!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 15:20:28
😁 Thanks!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 15:24:09
LOL! This one slipped into the wrong post.. haha!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 15:41:39
Hee hee!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 15:52:49
😀
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 14:40:09
Your story has come a long way due to your persistence and determination. And there will come another time when you will set some time aside to focus on it with new experiences and fresh ideas!!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 15:20:14
😁
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 14:05:29
Wow, your creative energy is on fire Sister!!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 14:06:09
Thank you brother!!!!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 14:19:06
You’re very welcome Sister!!!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 13:44:37
I am amazed that someone can write 50,000 words in a month. It takes me a long time to write 500. Nice quote about the imagination and exhaustion.
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 13:53:12
Thanks Frank. I guess it’s stubborn determination!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 13:27:41
That’s wonderful, Ritu. Sounds like a little R&R is in order.
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 13:28:25
My whole body agrees with you Tonya!!!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 13:18:54
You are egoists! hahaha
Does anyone think of the poor pupils?
Each hour another teacher, and other things.
How I hated that until finally freedom came at the university ,-)
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 13:22:17
Lol!!! At least they go home at 3.20… we have to plan mark assess and then go home a good few hours after they finish and do life stuff Too!!! Like cook and clean! And get in earlier than them to make sure all the torture weapons (lessons) are prepared!!!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 13:13:40
Reblogged this on Die Erste Eslarner Zeitung – Aus und über Eslarn, sowie die bayerisch-tschechische Region!.
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 12:24:58
Wow – that’s a heap of words. Congrats for being able to crank through the month at that pace. I need a nap from just thinking about it.
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 12:29:27
I think I need a month long nap Dan!!! Thanks! It’s much closer to being finished now!!!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 11:42:42
It sounds as though you might need a few naps, Ritu. Or maybe a day off?
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 11:44:51
I’ve been napping every afternoon! But I’m slowing down this week definitely. Don’t want to burn out!!! Xxx
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 09:54:12
Poor Sis, but at least you got a hell of a lot of writing done during this month. Hopefully, you can enjoy the rest of the holiday now and give yourself a rest, you deserve it!! 🙂
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 10:05:50
I’m going to try sis . At least I know my story’s not going anywhere!!!! It’ll be there when I’m ready again!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 11:29:21
Yes, exactly Sis, and it is so much further forward now, too 🙂
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 11:40:19
Too true! I can’t believe it it!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 09:14:39
That’s a great quote Ritu and so very true. Stay well.
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 09:20:49
I’ll try Miriam, thanks xxx
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 08:21:24
When you write every day
The words do stack up
Between Friday and Saturday
Of last week I did somewhere in the neighborhood of twelve poems
Lots of words,congrats Ritu
As Sheldon Always
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 08:22:47
Thanks Sheldon! Hope you’re well!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 08:29:02
Every day that my feet hit the floor
Is a good day,hope all is well with your crew,As Sheldon Always
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 08:41:42
Preparing for back to school time….eek!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 19:28:25
My daughter goes back next week
Where did the summer go
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 20:30:54
Too fast!
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Aug 30, 2017 @ 08:16:07
Reblogged this on The Militant Negro™.
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