Peas and Carrots…But Hold the Peas, Please

Before I go on, I feel I must clarify the title of today’s post in the event you think we’re about to talk veggies. Because we’re not.  

Not today. Not ever.

In fact, the only way I eat a veggie is if it’s spinach (mixed with potatoes) or corn (which, I’m told doesn’t count anyway). Beyond that, fuggedaboutit.

No, the carrots I’m talking about are the kind you dangle in front of a person to motivate them. And, more specifically, the carrots you dangle in front of your own face.

I’ve always been a fairly motivated person. Making a to-do list excites me almost as much as putting the little check next to each item as I accomplish it. And, if left to a whole day of nothing, I tend to do something. It’s just the way I am.

However, lately I’m feeling as if said motivation has cheated me out of the finer points of self bribery. So, I’ve decided to change that.

Just a little. 

Yep, I’m officially giving myself a few carrots over the next few months.

First, an immediate one. I have two manuscripts due over the next two-and-a-half months (one romance, one mystery). Which means I’m typing like a nut right now and really can’t afford any time off at all.

*insert carrot*…

I’ve decided to treat myself to a day in the city (lunch & wandering around) when the romance is done. Sounds good, huh? 

Second, there’s the mystery. Which will get turned in about the time spring break starts.

*insert second carrot*…

While there are no plans to go anywhere for spring break, I think this time a day in the city might entail a show (any suggestions, anyone?).

So what do you say? Care to pick something you’d like/need to accomplish in the next few months and choose/share your carrot with us?

~Elizabeth

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