Friday, February 19, 2010

Oh, the Places You Will Go!


A beehive oven like the one in my story's summer kitchen

Today is a great day. As I start this entry, it is 8:30 a.m. and already so much has happened. The day began with a request from an editor for a full of a manuscript. Hooray! Then I got started on some research into Federal-style architecture and furniture, hoping to find some good photos to help in the development of my setting of place (see earlier post). Whereas I have the lovely home I can visit, it's nearly an hour's drive, and I wanted references I could keep handy. I found online exactly what I needed, including a video of Bob Villa's tour through "my house." I bookmarked it so I can walk through with Bob any time I wish.

The cellar door to "my house," though mine has a latch

Last night, or rather, very early this morning, I found some old Civil War correspondence online. What a great way to familiarize oneself with the language, phrases, idioms, events, and customs of the day!

Research is a wonderful thing. One never knows in what diverse directions it will go.



6 comments:

  1. Congratulations, Sharon! The editor's request sounds promising. Keep us posted.

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  2. Thank you, Joe. I shall!

    Because of Christ,
    Sharon

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  3. Yeah for the request. Have your feet touched ground yet?

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  4. Thank you, Linda. Actually, I've learned not to get excited, yet. Now, if they accept it and all works out well, then I'll get excited. For right now, I'll just do what needs to be done and keep writing. Write on!

    Because of Christ,
    Sharon

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  5. I'm going to pray that the requested manuscript becomes a published book.

    I'm so proud of you. Really. I'm elated to know you through scribes and to know that you are making your way.

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  6. Thank you, Shmologna. I am blessed to be in a critique group with you. I sure do appreciate your prayers, too!

    Write on!

    Because of Christ,
    Sharon

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