2024 - Stardust
Summary
This WorldEmber was a great exercise in knowing when to stop striving for a goal. As the month went on, it became clear I didn't have 10k words of energy in me. I could have pushed myself for it, but that would only serve to exhaust me for a bunch of mediocre writing I'd want to delete or rewrite later on. Instead, I held true to the cozy cottage oath. I took time to rest and spend time with family. I stopped stiving for 10k and instead focused on what brought me joy. I managed 8k words between a completed scavenger hunt and short story, all of which I'm happy with. More importantly, I'm starting 2025 feeling both accomplished and energized for more. At a reasonable pace, anyway.Goals
Write 10k Words
I decided to stop pushing for 10k. I ended at 8k, proud of my accomplishments, and ready to keep writing.Inter-Seller
This mini-campaign ended shortly before WorldEmber started. I covered key articles during WorldEmber, though I've many left to write.Article Overview
Stats
Here be numbers!| Category | Total Words (WA/Real) | Total Articles | Average (WA/Real) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Places & Things | 2,007 / 1,550 | 1 | 2,007 / 1,550 |
| People & Groups | 1,130 / 1,354 | 1 | 1,130 / 1,354 |
| Flora & Fauna | 0 / 0 | 0 | 0 / 0 |
| Culture & History | 2,077 / 1,675 | 2 | 1,039 / 838 |
| Prose | 2,942 / 2,651 | 1 | 2,942 / 2,651 |
| Totals | 8,165 / 7,230 | 5 | 1,631 / 1,446 |
Superlatives
Progress
8,156 / 10,000
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Rin Garnett
Cozy Cottage Oath:
- I will stop to stoke the fire when it dwindles. Rest when you are tired and for as long as you need.
- I won't force the fire to fit a different stove. Let your plans inspire you, not control you.
- I will follow sparks of joy, not chase dying embers. Write and read what you enjoy, not what's forced.
- My flame is beautiful and undying. Believe in yourself and your ability to create, including when it's a struggle.
- I will tend to all flames under my care. Working toward non-WorldEmber goals adds to your successes.
I hope you have a great and fulfilling WorldEmber, Rin. And take care of yourself <3
Always do! And thank you :D
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