A very British subject about which to blog.
The month of June was like March or November -- until today. Thank heavens! This afternoon we’ve had sunshine, a slight breeze, and no rain.
I don’t suffer from seasonal affective disorder, but was starting to think the lack of summer was making me SAD. I need summer. Not only because the days are longer, people are happier, the countryside is gorgeous, and it’s nice to wear sandals and sunglasses … but also because it inspires me.
My novels are set in summer. And though I could turn up the heating and dress for the beach, it’s impossible to fake the smell: sunshine on moist soil, sprinkled with freshly cut grass.
However -- and perhaps because of the terrible weather -- I have written my first autumn/winter short story. And submitted it, today! In fact, this is my first short story submission. Appalling, I know. (I might be the world’s worst writer when it comes to sending out stories.)
Monday, 30 June 2008
The Weather...
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4 comments:
The weather is just atrocious, though why we're surprised. :)
Good luck with the short story.
You could cover yourself in bug spray, that could help!
Good luck with the submission.
Cate - I was just caught in another downpour! But as you said... :)
Natalie – LOL! I’ll try that. ;)
Travis – thank you! It’s unlike anything I’ve written before, and I was a nervous wreck when I sent it out on Monday. :)
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