Last week my wife broke her leg. She was walking down the stairs carrying a laundry basket and stepped on a pile of magazines (she had left there). She only fell three steps but she badly broke her fibula and dislocated her ankle.
The good new was that the EMTs were there in only three minutes after I dialed 911. The bad news was it was broke bad. Surgery was required. Recovery will be slower than a simple break.
Family first, writing second.
This happened on October 1st, our wedding anniversary. Today is October 17th. This may be my longest hiatus from writing since 2014.
So what have I learned?
- Monkey Wrenches happen.
- Don't sweat it. Worrying about it won't help.
- Stay organized. This allows you to pick up where you left off easier.
- Forgive the Monkey Wrench. Because it's not IF shit happens, it's WHEN shit happens.
- Family First. Let the Monkey Wrench bring you closer to those you love. Not become a wedge.
As far as Monkey Wrenches go, this is a minor one (Sorry, Brenda.) Remember that time when Steven King was out for a walk and got hit by a guy in a van? Now that is a MAJOR Monkey Wrench. I just have to do all the cooking, shopping, cleaning, laundry, home maintenance stuff and caring for my poor, pitiful, frustrated wife. It takes more time than you think! It sure make me appreciate all she does for me.
Be prepared against Monkey Wrenches:
- BACKUPS! Computer issues are the most common Monkey Wrench.
- Hard drive failure
- Loss or stolen laptops
- FIRE!
- Stay organized.
- Outlines that will keep me on track
- Notes consolidated in one place
- Stay flexible.
- “The green reed which bends in the wind is stronger than the mighty oak which breaks in a storm.” --Confucius
I absolutely love your attitude. I hope your wife has a speedy recovery.
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