FYI: I'm not actually going back to Hawaii. Although, I am keeping the above photo open on my computer as I write. I'm back to Book 4: HAWAII! Pineapple Peril and trying to get a completed first draft. Then, I can let it sit for a bit before I rip it apart.
Today's word count was 503. However, that's not the whole story, as I spent a huge amount of time reviewing the story, editing, and thinking (staring at the computer screen). I made terrific progress because of the word count, which is one metric that I can use to track my progress. But best of all, I have a road map for my next several writing sessions. I may not know exactly what I'm going to write, but I do know where I'll begin tomorrow.
Stay tuned. I'm going to be better at posting my progress.
Meanwhile, I'm over the moon about the great response to Book 3: OHIO! The Mystery of the Mound. Thanks, everyone!