A Notebook, My Trusty Pencil & Great Expectations

06/14/2012

My lovelies, I'll be away for a few weeks.

Be focusing on the production stage of the next picture book as well as writing a middle-grade novel, which is growing cracks in my heart as I delve.

Also, I'm looking forward to visiting a country I haven't been to.

Ah, sitting by the river sipping coffee, reading and writing ~ I just hope Winter won't freeze the bones in my fingers. (I'll only be bringing along a notebook and my trusty pencil. And of course, my current to-read: 'Great Expectations,' which I've been neglecting. Pip, Estella, Miss Havisham, wait up, please!)

No laptops.

And since I haven't got any smart-gadgets, I won't be on the Internet that often either. I'll catch up on reading your wonderful blogs when I return. Promise.

So ... around two to three weeks. Miss me a little?

Have you taken a work-break lately? A vacation where you focus on work you love and nothing else?

Sending Brightness & Love your way in the meantime,
Claudine

Comments

Edith link

06/14/2012 06:59

Sounds like a great way to let the Muse back into your life! Enjoy!

Claudine

06/14/2012 07:35

Thanks, Edith. I will. (And thanks for visiting!)

Brenda

06/14/2012 07:05

I'll miss you and your beautifully inspiring posts. Have a wonderful holiday, take pictures and enjoy reconnecting with your past. I haven't taken a break to work on my work but it's something I have thought about for a while lately. Life gets hectic and has been which has impacted my writing and the need for a break, a long stretch of time on the beach is almost a must. Do enjoy yourself, Claudine. All the best.

Claudine

06/14/2012 07:38

Thanks, and Brenda, I hope you take it. Take that break. You really deserve it, sweetie. (I'll enjoy myself, and take pictures, and connect, and reconnect. :))

Kelly Hashway link

06/14/2012 07:36

We will definitely miss you, but have a wonderful time!

Gina link

06/14/2012 10:05

Of course you'll be missed...but enjoy the unplugged time. Sounds like a wonderful way to recharge. ^_^

Anne E. Johnson link

06/14/2012 19:50

I'll miss you, Claudine, but it sounds like a wonderful way to spend a hiatus from the computer. Personally, I love writing by hand in a notebook. I still do that all the time.

And I can't wait for your new picture book! All best wishes as you take it through the production stage.

Britton Minor link

06/14/2012 20:00

Can't wait to hear how your time away infuses your dreams!

Helen W Mallon link

06/14/2012 21:10

Have a wonderful time away, Claudine. I admired your ability to cut the social media cord. I hope it's a productive and joyful time for you.

Barbara link

06/14/2012 22:02

I'm missing you already! You know how much I love Great Expectations and can’t wait to hear what you think of it. I hope you have the best time.

Petty Witter link

06/15/2012 14:34

You've gotta do what you gotta do. See you soon, I'm eagerly awaiting to hear all about it.

Deborah Batterman link

06/15/2012 16:41

Time away is always good . . . And you have me very curious about that novel 'growing cracks' in your heart. I look forward to your return, with great expectations. :-)

Bella link

06/15/2012 21:28

Claudine, I'll miss you! That said, I hope that this shall be a productive and relaxing time for you. Technology, while it can be wonderful, also serves to sap us of our creative energy. I think your trusty pencil and notebook will be wonderful tools during your time away! We'll be here waiting for you to get back. Enjoy yourself! :)

Claudine

06/17/2012 12:48

One doesn't get lovelier blogger/reader/writer friends than you all. All of you. Thanks, guys!

Darlene Foster link

06/17/2012 16:56

What a great idea. I must try it sometime. Enjoy the break!!

BellaVidaLetty link

06/18/2012 16:38

Best of luck to you. May you be very productive.

KatieC link

06/19/2012 13:31

Lots of luck with your project, Claudine!

debra link

06/20/2012 05:32

I'll miss you! Come back soon!

Jess link

06/20/2012 11:02

Hi Claudine, I hope you have an amazingly creative time and get lots of writing done- how wonderful! Nothing feels better than when you give yourself the time to indulge in your craft. Chat with you soon! ~ Jess

Claudine

06/22/2012 18:33

Thanks, you all. ❤

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Nancy link

06/28/2012 02:18

I just got back to blogging and I'm catching up on what I've missed, then I found this post, so I'm crossing my fingers and sending a prayer your way for your safe and productive return. :)

m. christine weber link

06/29/2012 14:19

May your time away be filled with whimsy and success!

:0)

Claudine

07/13/2012 21:36

Thanks, Nancy and M. Christine, it has been a fruitful trip. Be back blogging soon!

Stephanie @ Fairday's Blog link

07/16/2012 09:54

Hope your break has been wonderful so far. I am glad you are taking this time. You deserve it! You are missed- but it is nice to know that you are doing something so good for your spirit. :)

Claudine

07/19/2012 18:56

Stephanie, the break has been really good. I've missed you guys lots. Lots. LOTS.

Allyn Stotz link

07/19/2012 07:15

Claudine,

Whenever you get back from your fantastic time away... I've tagged you for the Be Inspired Meme'.
http://www.allynstotz.blogspot.com/

Claudine

07/19/2012 19:05

Thanks, Allyn! I'd love to talk about the upcoming book. Just read your post, and major congrats on the cover & the next picture book acceptance!

Petty Witter link

07/19/2012 07:54

Just stopping by to say hello.

Claudine

07/19/2012 18:55

Hi Petty,

Thanks for stopping by! I've been back for a short while and am easing back online. Hope you've been well?

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