We fly out in less than two days, and we’re packing. The problem is that the numbers don’t work out. Ignore the vacuum cleaner. We’re not taking that. But see that big black lens case? It’s about four inches too long for United Airlines and two kilograms too heavy for South African Airlines. That’s… Continue reading Packing by the Numbers
Author: hmelton
Dealing With Critiques
For a number of years now, I’ve taken advantage of friends, co-workers, and relatives in an effort to get more eyeballs looking at my novels before I do the final polish and call it done. Some of these people have been helping me for over a dozen novels. I also have new people who… Continue reading Dealing With Critiques
Preparing For Africa — In My Pocket
A week from now, I’ll be in the plane, somewhere over the Atlantic. It’s finally getting real. My laptop is whirring away, as I juggle some hard disk space to make a safety full image backup. Of course, I’ll be taking a couple of portable hard drives with me, but it’s best to have lots… Continue reading Preparing For Africa — In My Pocket