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Crushed My First Work Out Class, but Where Oh Where Has My Writing Energy Gone?

6/8/2018

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Yesterday, my amazing nephew Javi who is also a professional trainer suggested that I work out to increase my writing energy.  So today, I went with my sister to her martial arts studio because they offer work out sessions.  I got my ass kicked.  Of course, I am returning on Wednesday.  The class was awesome, and as the picture indicates focused on strength training.  It wasn't so awful, but I am really out of shape.  My diet a few weeks back backfired because I ate too much healthy food and got off the wagon.

That's it.  No  more diets for me.  Plus, my good friend is going to work out with me, so I am going to investigate where HIT classes are a good deal back in Chicago.

On the writing front, my writing energy is garbage, but I did get approved to have a Good Reads author site, so I set that up. It's not 100%, but it will get there.  This morning, I also crafted a newsletter, but I need to proofread it.  I plan on sending it out the third week of the month, unless there is a major launch.  It will be a double-sided short read with upcoming pubs and promos.  You can subscribe on my Newsletter tab. 

I also got my third book review from my sister Diana:

Engaging and Scary Read. August 5, 2018
Format: Paperback|Verified Purchase
A great, supernatural story that keeps the reader engaged and on edge. A scary read that is impossible to put down. If you enjoy folklore and scary stories, this is definitely a novella you want to have on your bookshelf.


So, even though I haven't written, I'm making progress.

Do something writing related.  #Resist!
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    María J. Estrada
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    MARIA J. ESTRADA is an English college professor of Composition, Literature, and her favorite, Creative Writing. She grew up in the desert outside of Yuma, Arizona in the real Barrio de Los Locos, a barrio comprised of new Mexican immigrants and first-generation Chicanos. Drawing from this setting and experiences, she writes like a loca every minute she can—all while magically balancing her work and family obligations. She lives in Chicago’s south side with her wonderfully supportive husband, two remarkable children, and a menagerie of animals.

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    • Eric Allen Yankee
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