Well, after careful thought, consideration and prayer, I’ve decided to run for Volunteer Officer with the American Christian Fiction Writers. This certainly was not an easy decision to make, and I’m sure I’m up against some wonderful people–and that’s great! As Robin has said before, the more people running, the more options for ACFW membership to have. I agree completely. For me, I’ve loved ACFW since I joined in 2004 and knew even then, that someday I’d like to serve the organization filled with loving, caring people. At the end of 2005, I agreed to serve as a moderator, and that position began officially in January 2006. This last year taught me a lot about the various duties of the moderators and the List Hostess, as I’ve carried out the various duties. In December, I will graduate with my B.S. in Psychology (a long haul I am so glad is almost over!!), and my graduation will free up a great majority of my time. I still homeschool my two older daughters while my twins (who have tendencies toward Asperger’s) attend public school and receive special education services there. My husband, Brian, is a breath away from being accepted into the FBI (who’d have thought 2.5 seconds could cost us 6 months of training??). LOL He’ll most likely take the physical fitness test again in November, possibly early December. We would appreciate your prayers for that.

Well, last night, I did something I haven’t done in several months–I stayed up past 1 a.m. writing!! It felt great to be so completely immersed in my story that I lost track of time. It’s amazing to me that I’ve only “known” these characters for roughly 2-3 weeks, but I’m able to write them as though we’ve spent years together. It’s quite an interesting tale of an assassin, a guardian, an old man, a scrawny boy nicknamed Twig, and a girl. So, tell me?

Have you ever been so immersed in a story you’ve written that you lost track of time and sensibility (to get to bed on time!!)??? 😀 Drop me a note–I’d love to hear what you’re working on now!