I’ve just received the rewrite letter for my book What’s in the Bible for Mothers. It’s nine pages long. Yikes! I have two months to make the changes and get it back to my editor. I’m filled with dread at the possibility of missing this deadline. I have an editing job, my son’s wedding, a trip to Idaho, and other assorted responsibilities cluttering up my life. Will I make it? Can I do it?

Janet Lee Carey, author of numerous children’s books including her latest The Beast of Noor, has given me this great piece of advice. Take in one step at a time. Do the little things first.

She should know. I’ve watched her over the years make major changes in her novels. If she can do it, so can I. Thanks, Janet, for showing me the way.

I’ll keep you posted on my progress.