Progress... At Last

I am writing again...finally! After several failed attempts I think I've managed to get out of my own way and get some ink on the page.

At first you might think that the most difficult aspect of writing is the construction of it all. But grammar, syntax, and punctuation have never really been my problem. Sure, I make all of the mistakes - too many commas, poor paragraph structure, You name it, I've made the mistake. But, after I edit I hand it to a select group of reviewers to check over so most of those issues get resolved. No, the hardest part is taking all the thoughts swirling around in your head and moving them to your fingers and, subsequently, the keyboard with some manner of organization. Perhaps that swirling windstorm explains my problem. I mean, I even have problems finalizing an outline!

I think I really complicated things for myself because I kept trying to adjust to my intended audience. I mean, the book is geared to help new investors in differing situations and address them in a familiar manner. After all, investing is hard enough. How many people are simply scared off by investment books better suited to insomniacs?

Finally help came from two unexpected sources - a young investor just starting out and several of my co-workers. Both approached me for help and, as I began writing for them, I realized that this was the approach that I intended for the book.

As I proceed along here I've come to the realization that a project such as writing a book has similarities to raising a child. There is always an ebb and flow. A give and take between parent and child. The parent begins by influencing then, as the baby grows, he demonstrates his own sense of self, imprinting his own influence on himself and his surroundings. With writing you must respect the material. If you step back, it will tell you how to proceed.

I must return to my edits. The reviewers wait, the next chapter beckons.