Probably the hardest parts for a writer to get right. Beginnings have to catch people and make them want to stay, endings have to be honest and fitting and hopefully leave them wanting more.

I began a new project last week and the two people to whom I've shown it, like it so far. I'm on a roll with it, which is all to the good. So why do I feel so negative?

I've even got some of my short stories being considered for publication, but it's not enough.

Right now, what I want is work, happiness and freedom - all three are eluding me. Oh well, that's life.