Yes, optimism has stood me in good stead. That and a well honed ability to ignore. Lots of it. And despite what my family will tell you, when I'm at the computer I really am writing, not playing solitaire. At least most of the time.
Writing is addictive.
It's alternately wonderful, frustrating, and exciting. But by far the most rewarding thing about it is hearing from readers. So don't hesitate to drop me an e-mail , or sign my guestbook. Don't go away yet.