Checking In

I have had my nose to the grindstone this year as far as my first manuscript is concerned. As November comes to a close I feel as though I am reaching the editing point, or at least the editing point of the final product. I have to admit, when it comes to editing, that I find I do this consistently and constantly and throughout the entirety of the process, however, I am dreading the final editing process. I have looked at these poems until my eyes have started to cross, and therefore, I am going to step away from this collection for a while, at least for the remainder of the year. I have several other projects that I am currently working on and am more excited about jumping into. Or, perhaps, I will simply immerse myself in the pleasure of reading for the remainder of the year. Whatever the case, I feel as though I have accomplished a great deal this year, and to be truthful, November and December are not the easiest months for me. I have several submissions pending and am hoping to here some more good news before the year's end.