1. Really good feedback on my manuscript.
2. I've been given a deadline (Sept 30). That will help spur me to finish.
3. Fantastic night out with all my new writer friends.

Still in France

Therefore I have ALL the reasons to be grateful! But if you want specifics:

1. Really great conversations with my fellow writers.
2. Motivation to keep going with my own projects.
3. So much good food and wine!

Post-Travel Edition

I've been away because I traveled for 24 hours straight to get to my writing retreat/workshop in France. Which makes my list very easy because:

1. Writing retreat in France
2. Writing retreat in France
3. Writing retreat in France

Seriously, though, this is a beautiful place (Chateau-du-Loir) and my fellow writers are wonderful. I've been here less than 48 hours and just love it. The environs, the people . . . Great food, fresh air, support from my peers. What's not to love?

1. New hair and nail colors. Yay! I feel so pretty!
2. New purse. (The zipper on my old one broke this past weekend. Yay! An excuse to shop!)
3. Feeling productive. Got lots of things done today.

1. Special edition of The Furthest Station by Ben Aaronovitch. Autographed and numbered!
2. New tote bag. It has a Weeping Angel on it.
3. Nice and understanding people after my car decided I was trying to steal it. (Long story.)