sick and productive

After a brief reprieve from illness, our family is sick again with a cold. Luckily, I bought a 20-pack of tissues from Costco the last time I was there knowing that we'd need them this winter.

Between yesterday and today I have sent out 18 query letters to literary agencies that might represent my book. It would be fantastic if I could actually get it published, but I'm realistic about the chances. I'm trying to keep a positive attitude, while trying not to be overcome with disappointment when the rejection letters start coming through my mail slot. There are a few more agencies that I haven't contacted.

Right now I just want to take a nap. I was up at 4:00 a.m. unable to breathe through my nose and when I tried breathing through my mouth my throat became parched and I would wake up to take a drink of water trying not to spill it down the front of my pajamas. Sleep, I need sleep.