No Stress Weekend

I survived the opening of the Silly Season – er – Thanksgiving and the subsequent Black Friday Weekend. With very little stress. The key was to plan and delegate. I parceled out the food for The Feast, and made a timed prep chart for the home-cooked goodies. We ate on time, everyone ate their fill, enjoyed the conversation, and I went to bed tired but unstressed.

We did hit the stores on Saturday afternoon, list in hand. We made a few of our planned purchases and then came home. Again, no stress. Sunday was early to the grocery store, and then home to prepare for more company. Our youngest son handled the food preparation this time, and, as usual, he did a fine job. Another tasty meal, with no leftovers.

We will not, however, discuss diets or over-eating. We are NOT going there. We will also not discuss how much writing we did not accomplish. Let’s just say that, as too many cooks spoil the broth, too many relatives cause too much distraction.

Today, it’s back to normal and work. I need to get the detailed plot outline finished so that I can start writing. I am trying to cut down on re-plotting, rewriting, and stalled middles. I’d like to know not only where I’m going, but also some of the high points along the way.