Friday, November 16, 2012

Migraines, NaNoWriMo, and a Thanksgiving Wish

This whole week, I've been suffering from migraines and the effects of the migraine meds.  The medicine took away the issues with my vision and immediately wiped out the pain, but made me feel like my mind had been sanitized - think Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.  I didn't lose memories (that I know of), but my creativity was pretty much wiped out.  And the headache was prolonged - I usually only have one day every few weeks where I'm incapacitated.  I've had to take the meds almost every day this week.  I'm not sure if the medicine made it linger or not. 

I feel mostly OK this morning, so I'm going to write, assuming my husband and small one, who are working on their computers downstairs, quiet down and the glare of the computer screen doesn't trigger another headache. 

My NaNo novel is way behind schedule - I'm at just below 10,000 words right now.  Under the circumstances, I think that's huge progress, and I'll count it as a win.

The cool thing is I let my husband read what I've written so far.  He liked it even more than my last story.  I think I do too.

This morning I have the difficult task of writing a scene where there's some pretty serious domestic abuse happening to characters I love.  I can see the chapter in my mind and know exactly how I want to do it technically, but that's going to be a difficult chapter to write - probably the most difficult one I've ever attempted.  Maybe I need a snack first...and a fresh box of tissues. 

Sorry I haven't been around much this week.  I need to get this chapter written and hopefully a few more this weekend.  I need to put first things first - I'm sure you all understand, and I hope you do the same.

I hope you all have a lovely Thanksgiving.  I am very thankful for all of you and for all of the support and sense of community you've given me over this past year in particular. I'm thankful for all of the things (even the bad ones) that have brought me to this point in my life.  Despite my sucky week, I can honestly say I'm happy with my life. (I realize that statement is probably going to trigger a landslide of things that will make me unhappy - the universe must be in balance after all.)

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  1. It is still a win!
    We'll always be here for you, Tonja.

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    1. I wrote it. My husband found it to be as disturbing as I intended it, so I feel happy. I think I'm going to need to write by hand tonight if at all.

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  2. I am so sorry that you have been suffering with migraines. I know from personal experience how awful they can be. I hope you stay well and take care of yourself.

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  3. Oh no...I am so sorry you have been dealing with migraines but your attitude is awesome. Wonderful that you can see your character and that your mind feels more clear today. That will be a hard one to write so I definitely think you should have that snack! :-) Sending you lots of positive thoughts.

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    1. I've had lots of snacks today - to hell with the diet.

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  4. I know a couple of people who have to deal with migraines and it's just the worst. Hope you are feeling better soon. And glad the hubs liked your story. That's always a win!

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    1. Thanks, LG. I'm sure he wouldn't say if he hated it, but he seemed to like it better than the others. He wouldn't say that if he didn't mean it...or would he?

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  5. I hope you feel better soon. My nano novel just hit 4000 words :/ Ah well. I'm kickin ass on my porn story though. Posting that in chapters online on secret porn site that I visit.

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    1. As long as the porn is coming along well. I bet there's a bigger audience for it.

      I bought a Kindle (a low end crappy one) and both of your books.

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  6. Hope that headache goes away and the words start rolling.

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  7. hope the migraine retreats and the words come flowing back. Great job on nano so far!happy holidays to you, too!
    Nutschell
    www.thewritingnut.com

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    1. Thanks!! Clearly, based on the quality of my responses, I'm having issues at the moment. I think I need a nap.

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  8. Migraines, UGH! I hope it leaves you alone, very soon, and let you get back to writing. I think all things work for our good too, even the bad ones. It is all about perspective.

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    1. There's definitely things in my life I'm more worried about than my word count.

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    2. Correction: "There ARE definitely things in my life...."

      It's time to sleep it off...Yes, it's 5 PM.

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  9. I understand what those migraines are like.

    Happy Thanksgiving to you, too.

    Hugs and chocolate,
    Shelly

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