I recently accepted a work-for-hire assignment with a low word count and remembered all over again how those word counts can be a blessing and a curse. Yesterday, it felt like the latter as I struggled to figure out how to say what needed to be said without going over the chapter word limit. Today I didn’t even have the enthusiasm to open the project and instead opted to do some much needed spring cleaning. (Who am I?!) When I finished mopping, I took a shower.
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Epiphany!
As is often the case with knotty writing issues, something about standing under the water allowed me to see the path forward. I now know exactly how to handle that info in a way that does not violate the word count limit. Tomorrow I shall resume work.
Tracy Abell 
Hi Tracy, this is so true. Sometimes taking a break is what you need to find the solution. So glad you were able to get through your block.
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YES to breaks allowing the solution to trickle through. Here’s to epiphanies and writer-support. Thanks, Mark!
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I often think of things related to writing in the shower but sometimes forget them later! I’ve seen some sort of a writing pad that can be used in the shower. I need that! Glad you figured out your issue, Tracy!
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It seems to be quite common. Some writers use their phones to take notes but I stick with Aqua Notes which is the waterproof pad. Doesn’t matter if I drop it in the tub. 🙂 Highly recommend them.
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Thanks for the tip, Tracy!
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Hope that helps you hold onto those shower-inspired ideas!
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Should do that!
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