So it has been two weeks since I returned to writing in my second book and within that time I have realized it might be a few years before it gets published. Main reason, my son, and then a few minor reasons. My son is over one now and is adventurous, curious, and a dare devil. Not to mention he is a clingy mama’s boy. Those who are mother/father writers know the struggle of trying to write while taking care of a young toddler.
Instead of writing at my desk that has minimal distractions I have had to move to my laptop so I can be in the one part of the house that’s baby proof. Unfortunately this is also the room with the TV and multiple other distractions along with my son. I have had to catch myself several times and each time I get frustrated with myself because I want to write. Other times, when I am thinking of how to write the next sentence or part, I’ll end up watching whatever it is I put on for my son and both my thoughts and show get mixed up. This bugs me to no end. even while typing this I’m getting distracted.
Now there are times were the distractions do help me, such as when I need a break from staring at the screen for hours. I also like spending my time with my daughter and son cause he’s not going to be this young for long, my children grow too fast.
If your a writer I want to know what distracts you and/or if you can relate to this blog.