I started 2022 expecting to get a book out (or two), attend conventions, get Books and Beer up and running again, and generally make writing a more important part of my life. I was going to read through dozens of books and blog about them, and blog more in general. There were lists of games and movies and shows to run through. I had a lot of goals.

Largely, I did not make them. But I don’t consider 2022 a failure.

I have written almost 200,000 words between all my writing projects, and there’s a good chance I will published two or three books next year.

My short story exchange group has given me confidence in writing smaller stories, so I’m eager to start exploring new story-telling options for ideas I have waiting in the wings.

I got Books and Beer up and running again, with two events in 2022.

I’m feeling a little more comfortable with my blogging voice.

My goal for 2023 is to keep the momentum going. Keep writing. Keep pushing. Don’t worry over every little misstep. I’ve already started signing up for events in 2023, and I’ll be looking into Books and Beer locations soon.

As for 2022, I’ve learned a lot about how I missed my goals and why. My apartment is full of distractions, so libraries and coffee shops are good ideas if I want to make progress. I invested in a small laptop with the writing software I need, and a secondary monitor to help with research and referencing. And sometimes, I just need to kick my own ass off the couch and get stuff done.

So, 2022. Thanks for the chance to grow.

2023? Let’s see what we can do together.