Computer issue update—

I turned in my laptop today, and the anecdotal "in dealings with Apple in the past typically information won’t be recovered" leaves me unhopeful to get my old files back. Now I’m thankful that I began posting chapters online; at least this way I have my story part back. The rewriting of the notes has already begun, and shouldn’t pose much of an issue; it’s all in my head, anyway.

I could make an incredibly long life lesson post out of this. However, that would be boring, so I’ll simply say 1) always back up your important files, and 2) though I look forward to working through ever minute of it, the road ahead will be a tough journey, a /hard drive/ if you will... ha ha get it?

Until next time,

—Jason C.

Friends,

I had certainly intended to spend this weekend writing; however, this is the time in my life when it appears I was meant to break my laptop. I’m not sure how long it will take; it’s a minor screen issue, but I’m unable to get any files off until it’s fixed. I took to writing on a different computer while I wait.

This means two things: Firstly, I don’t have access to any of my old notes, nor the beginning I’d written for Chapter 3. Therefore, I’ve attacked these new notes with a fresh perspective, challenging myself to remember my characters and discover more about them along the way. I’m pretty happy with the progress I’ve made. 

Secondly, I needed specific notes and my original document to continue Chapter 3. Without them, I won’t be able to connect the puzzle pieces in the right way. As such, I won’t be releasing Chapter 3 until I’m sure I have what I need to do it right. I will, however, be working on details for future chapters, and may even start writing 4 or 5. I’m not one to release things out of order (unless of course anyone would be interested in skipping to more of the action-centric stuff), but I will definitely try to post my progress every couple days.

Until next time!

—Jason C.