Patricia Stoltey

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N is for Neglect: An Open Letter to My Manuscript

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Dear manuscript,

I’ve seriously neglected you the last sixteen days, but our daughter, son-in-law and one-year old granddaughter have been here. I’ve been busy.

Dear manuscript, you weren’t the only thing I neglected these sixteen days. I also skipped much of my usual blog-hopping and tweeting activities. I visited only a few blogs per day and only left an occasional comment.

But to tell you the truth, I haven’t had this much fun in years. Darling granddaughter won my heart with her killer grin. She has the heart of an explorer, she loves books, and she made me laugh so much my sides ache.

So, dear manuscript, I’m sorry for neglecting you. I’ve missed you.

Darling granddaughter (and her mommy and daddy) are leaving today. I’ll miss them too.

But you and I will be together again starting tomorrow, dear manuscript. And we’re going to get the job done this time around. I promise.

Your loving author,
Patricia

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  5. What a beautifully written letter. But family first, in my opinion. I believe that in the end it’s the only worthwhile thing we really have. I would neglect my manuscript any day for a visit with any of my seven grandchildren!

  8. I loved this, Patricia! I write almost every day, but this is EXACTLY the kind of thing you need to take a break for. I’m glad you had such a good time with their visit!

  12. Don’t have your excuse, but I think we’re all in danger of neglecting our manuscripts.

    On the other hand, that stage doesn’t last long, so you were wise to enjoy.

  14. Aw, what a sweet letter to your MS! Sounds like you had a good time with your family and I’m sure your MS will understand. Good luck rekindling your relationship.