Category: Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go
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Donating Books and Finding Joy in Autumn
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Autumn 2024, Blogging, Creative Writing, Donating “Reunion: A Story” to the Conway Public Library, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Madison (NH), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 – October 2024), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: CodaOn September 27, 2024, in Madison, New Hampshire, the author reflects on the arrival of autumn while discussing their recent blog post. They express excitement about their book, Reunion: A Story, delivered the previous day, hoping for its inclusion in the Conway Public Library’s collection. Positive reader reviews indicate appreciation for the narrative’s emotional depth…
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Reflecting on a Rainy Day in New Hampshire
On September 25, 2024, in Madison, New Hampshire, the weather is cold and gray, with a high of 60°F expected. Yesterday, the author donated a copy of their book, “Reunion: A Story,” to the Conway Public Library via Amazon, as transportation issues prevented an in-person visit. They reflect on mastering Microsoft Office 360 on their…
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Musings and Thoughts for Tuesday, September 24, 2024 – Off to a Sluggish Start on the Second Workday of the Week
On September 24, 2024, the author reflects on the drowsiness following a lengthy sleep induced by medication. Despite a late start to the day, they aim to focus on their novel, “Reunion: Coda,” before a trip to South Florida. They grapple with the balance between medication side effects and productivity.
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On Writing and Storytelling: Weekend Update, Part the Second…and a New Workweek Begins as Fall Arrives
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Autumn 2024, Blogging, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Madison (NH), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 – October 2024), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: CodaOn a chilly day in Madison, New Hampshire, the author reflects on their writing journey while balancing personal challenges. Despite not making progress on their novel, Reunion: Coda, due to life distractions and exhaustion, they focus on self-care over the weekend, indulging in documentaries, social media, and gaming. The author grapples with feelings of disappointment…
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Musings and Thoughts for Sunday, September 22, 2024: Weekend Update, Part the First
On September 22, 2024, in Madison, New Hampshire, the author reflects on an autumn morning characterized by brisk winds, changing leaves, and a cool temperature of 61°F. Despite a cloudy forecast with a high of only 69°F, the day feels more vibrant than the previous one, which threatened rain. The author reveals plans to finish…
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On Writing and Storytelling: The State of the Novel, September 2024
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On September 21, 2024, amid a gloomy autumn morning in New Hampshire, an author reflects on the progress of their novel, “Reunion: Coda.” Completing Chapter 19, which includes a realistic fight scene enhanced by feedback from Beta Reader Denise Longrie and friend Juan Carlos Hernandez, the author now has 19 chapters and a word count…
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Musings and Thoughts for Tuesday, August 20, 2024, or: Gray Skies, Cold Breezes, and Multiple Worries
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Anxiety, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in Madison (NH), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024, Weather in New HampshireToday’s weather in Madison, New Hampshire is similar to yesterday’s with no daytime rain expected. Yesterday, I struggled to write due to an impending move and a malfunctioning smoke detector. Despite these distractions, I aim to outline and write a scene today. If necessary, I’ll use writing exercises to ease my nerves.
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Musings and Thoughts for Monday, August 19, 2024, or: Wishing for Sunshine and Calm on a Gray, Rainy Workday
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Anxiety, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024Today’s weather in Madison, New Hampshire is cloudy with heavy rain expected. The writer deals with anxiety due to the weather’s impact on their upcoming move. They describe their struggles with packing and finding positivity in small victories. They plan to focus on writing and storytelling but seek support to overcome their worries.
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Who Turned Off the Sun Today? A Quick Saturday Life Update from New Hampshire
The writer reflects on a dreary August day and shares concerns about an upcoming move to South Florida. Feelings of confusion and frustration about their writing progress and a leasing issue weigh heavily. Despite this, they find some solace in successfully writing a lengthy vignette. A brief excerpt from the vignette is shared, depicting a…
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Musings on a Cloudy, Gloomy Mid-August Morning in New England: Early Rising, Writer’s Anxiety…and a Working Weekend Begins
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in Alex Diaz-Granados, Amazon, Anxiety, Blogging, Copilot AI, Creative Writing, Going Full Circle: Back to South Florida I Go, Juan Carlos Hernandez, Kindle, Kindle Create (Publishing App), Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), Life in New Hampshire (December 2023 and Onward), Personal Thoughts, Reunion Duology, Reunion: A Story, Reunion: Coda, Summer 2024In Madison, New Hampshire, the author experiences a cool, cloudy day as they work on their novel, “Reunion: Coda.” Despite a frustrating start, they find motivation in the evening and outline the fourth vignette of chapter 19. The detailed outline receives positive feedback from their friend and an AI assessment. Despite it being Saturday, the…
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