NaNo-What-Mo?
If you've participated in Nanowrimo then you've had to explain what it stands for and, most likely, repeat what you've said. Nano-who-be-whaty? I smile when I get to educate people about NAtional NOvel WRIting MOnth. (see what I did there?) I've wondered about that smile. Why smile when talking about Nano? Joy. Writing is fun. I love making my characters come alive. Watching other people's excitement as they give birth to their story is awesome. Community. The Wrimos I've met are awesome. My home region of Dayton is full of generous, helpful (and sexy ;) ) people. Whether we are quietly typing or discussing plot holes, I feel a part of something bigger (Y'all are like a second family). Writers, in general, are friendly creative people who I enjoy getting to know. Satisfaction. There's a sense of achievement when you reach your goal, either the daily word count of 1,667 or 50k for the month. "I think I can" becomes "I did it!...