I have my most ambitious book proposal out to date, and this one has a good shot of being picked up. It's a guide to Colorado's high peaks, including all the 14,000 ft. + peaks. Since I was born on the 14th of April, I figured a springtime proposal regarding the 14ers was brimming with good luck.
With most writing endeavors, it's easy to assume you won't succeed. That's an expected but lousy attitude to have. I don't think there's anything jinxing about my writing at this time. I feel my proposal was solid and I have the experience and talent to write a good guide book. Either they'll want to publish it or not. I think I did the best I could presenting myself.
Should this proposal be accepted, not only is it a great writing opportunity but a fantastic way to get in shape! The last three or so weeks, I've been caught up in writing this proposal, work, and other small distractions that I've done little to get stronger in the outdoors. The weather here was rather unexpected; three weeks of rain, cold, and general gloom. It's the kind of weather that ices over running trails, negates road bike rides, and makes mountain bike riding a greater effort. Yet, it's not enough snow to enjoy any sort of snow sports. Luckily the sun is out.
Is more sunlight really what I need? Might be, at this point in time.
