All other blog posts were wiped clean from my brain (EVERYTHING was actually–just tabula rasa me) when I got the email. A series of them, actually.
But before that…
You may remember (this is NOT backstory) last week I was excited/nervous/giddy because my manuscript was all grown up and flying the nest? Destination: Editor-land.
So off it went and guess what? It landed! Immediate requests flew back. In multiples. Not one. Not two. Not three. Ready for it? Four requests within the first 8 hours. Woot! I don’t even know how to describe that feeling. I don’t even know what it means. Does that happen all the time? I’m a brand-spanking newbie at this.
And once again, I danced around the livingroom for a few minutes…
…before that voice in my head said, “Yeah, but…”
I told it I didn’t have time for it right now. I told it it’s not the boss of me. Right now, I’m just dreaming. Picturing the auction. What does that even mean? Are there number paddles involved? Will it be like the one down in Cottonwood on Fridays?
“Yeah, but…”
Shhhh.
This is how it’s gotta be. Let me enjoy the dance.
To be continued….
Writing Matters 
I have learned “yeah buts” deflate moments of joy, enjoy your moment, you have earned it!
You are so wise, my friend. And wise. Did I mention how wise you are? xo
Immediate requests is a great thing, Jamie! Ride high on the roller-coaster of submission love! The occasional “yeah but” should NOT rain on your parade.
Cool beans. Make that FIVE! WooHoo. We take the highs where we can get ’em! Posed with umbrella.