Chapter 17 - Uploaded

It's true. I uploaded two chapters in one day. I feel so accomplished. So I think I worked out all the answers except one but I will address that later. I'm really nervous to hear what everyone will think about my explanantion of Bella's disappearence. I thought it was clever but who knows I'm sure some might think it's stupid or think wow, I read this far along for this? Boo hiss.

Yeah, the anticipation will be high.

I'm thinking there will be atleast another 3 chapters and some kind of Epilogue of the characters. That's always fun.

Chapter 16: Uploaded

I finally uploaded chapter 16. I am also working out 17 and soon 18. So expect 2-3 chapters this week. Wow, I know! I'll be vacation from the 8th to the 16th but will be writing my story out so it'll be ready to be played out. I so want this story to be over!

Writing Ch. 16

I've been working on chapter 16. I've actually written it twice, starting playing it out too. It's hard. I really am having a difficult time with this chapter. I mean this is the chapter we find out but do I answer everything at once or do I spread it out in a couple of chapters?

My first attempt was boring. Cassandra and Bella fighting and finally Bella answering the questions. I found it dull. There had to be a better way to start getting answers but leave you all wanting more at the end of the chapter. Then I realized there is so much we don't know about Bella so I would like to explore that. Maybe even Mortimer. What were they like when they were younger and how did that help get them where they are now?

I know people love this story - thanks for telling me so! It really makes me feel good to know my writing is appreciated. Especially because I feel like such a novice. It's almost like trying to learn to walk and everyone's encouragement has been SO motivating. I can not express how much it means to me.

Also thank you for your patience.

busy, busy, busy

Okay, there has been a surplus of work at work! I had a couple of trips too, a boat ride on the Hudson River and a weekend trip to Montreal to ride the rollercoasters at La Ronde.

This week and weekend I will be working overtime for some extra time off for Thanksgiving. I will hopefully have the next chapter done in a couple of weeks. I have not forgotten. I have also signed-up for an online programming and online marketing classes. I am not sure how this effect my Sim time but I need the skills. I'm sorry I haven't been around much.

Stephen King - On Writing

I've been reading "On Writing" by Stephen King. The first half is more of an autobiography but the second half that I just began is about the style of writing. See I always loved to write when I was litte, probably til I was 14. But somewhere I got this idea that I was not any good and just continued to read A LOT. I found that I was good in art and focused my attention there. Mind you, I didn't own a computer til I was in my senior year, took out a loan and bought it myself.

Anyways I noticed as per Stephen King I've been doing things wrong. Well next chapter I'll improve upon that. And also through all your kind support and comments, I'm playing with the idea of working on a novel. Not on Bella and Cassandra though! That would be funny, and I'm sure Maxis own the rights to all those characters. Plus I am sure any person who does not play Sims would never understand.

Chapter 15: The Fake Bella - Uploaded

I uploaded chapter 15 last night during the wee hours of the evening. I am not sure when it will be published, but I hope it will be soon. Here is a preview shaphot: Who is the prettier Bella Goth?

Harry Potter book 7

I got homelast night about 8pm and found my copy of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows. I had today off from work being I was not sure the return time of my Anniversary weekend trip. Well I read all day and finished it. If anyone has finished reading I'd love to talk about it. It's so sad that the series is done and I feel like an old friend has moved away.

Rereading Harry Potter

Sorry - I have totally postponed chapter 15 so I can hurry and finish book 5 and 6 of Harry Potter before the 7th book comes out. I've been rereading them all since March but time was drawing near and I hadn't finished 5 or 6. I saw the 5th movie, it was okay, they so much out. I can't tell you how excited I am for the 7th book. But it's so sad that my favorite series will soon come to an end.

I'll be away this weekend camping at the Finger Lakes for a wine tasting festival and celebrating my 1 year wedding anniversary! Wow, I can not believe it.

Working on Chapter 15

Yes, I'm plugging away at chapter 15. It's a really difficult chapter because it explains everything about the Real Bella. I have to go back to previous chapters and make sure that everything matches up and makes sense. I'm sure I may have forgotten something. The story has evolved since I originally began. The goal was the same but the reasons and the road there definately changed. I just hope no one will be disapointed with my view of Bella and why she left Pleasantview.

I have a cooking class tonight and my brother is in town for 10 days and I would like to see him before he goes back to the Marines. Also hoorah, I can't wait to see Harry Potter 5 movie and unfortunately I'll be away again next weekend celebrating my one year anniversary!

I promise I'll get chapter 15 done before my next vacation.

Uploaded Chapter 14

All I can say is that I love New York and am so glad to be home. I took some time and finished chapter 14 and uploaded it today. So hopefully it will bw published soon. I will also be starting chapter 15 ASAP.