"I love having written."

The complete quote (Dorothy Parker, of course):

I hate writing. I love having written.

I actually don't hate writing, but every once in a while, I hate having to write.

(How's that for convoluted?)

In other words, writing on assignment is grand in terms of bylines and paychecks (that is, ego), but it is also, on occasion, a PITA. This weekend, for example, writing feels a little PITA-ish to me. Meh. I'll get over it. Probably right around the time I place the order for my new camera, thinking, Ha! I paid for that puppy!

It is with these thoughts (and some delicious Chinese food), then, that I comfort myself this afternoon. See you on the other side.