Writing and Crying

I wasn’t sure what to write about today, so I chose to discuss my writer’s block. It’s not really writer’s block, it’s more like illustrator’s block…draw-er’s block? The book I’m working on has been written for quite some time. I’m at the point where I have begun the illustrations. The problem is that this book is different than the Little L books in that it is emotional and a little sad. I don’t want to get into the story here, because I have not yet released the book . But though it is a sweet story geared toward children, it covers a more serious subject than runaway imaginations or monsters under the bed. Every time I sit down to draw the pictures for it, I get emotional (because I am a wimp). I am too sensitive for my own good sometimes. I have used this illustration in my blog before, but here is a reminder of the kind of person I am:

 

Crying
Actual photo.

Anyone out there experience this kind of shenanigans when working on a creative project?

Writing, Painting, Hugging Animals

Hello!

Life sure has been busy lately; I have recently started training to be a vet tech! I also have continued writing and promoting the Little L series of books, and I have a secret project up my sleeve that I can’t talk about yet.

First, let’s talk about working as a vet tech: it is wonderful. I can’t really express how excited I am to have finally found a job in which I am not only helping animals every day, but am also learning new and important skills. Plus I get to wear scrubs, which is great because then I can make up imaginary names for myself like  Nurse MeowMeow or Dr. Puppy Paws, M.D.

Second, while I have been promoting the Little L series, I admit that I must get back on track with getting myself out there for events and book signings. As spring gets closer, I will surely find some new events to attend.

Third…the secret project: I can’t talk about it.

I hope you are all enjoying this early spring and today’s rainy, cozy day. Here’s a picture of one of my dogs misunderstanding how flying works.

SuperToki
Close Enough.