NanoWrimo is over. Do not get hung up on whether you “won” but instead take the time to celebrate the effort.
For me, November’s event was about adding fresh words and perspective to an existing work. It was also about shaking off my non-writing funk and jumping back on the writing/editing horse. Like school, writing is one of those things, that can be kind of hard to focus on when dealing with the daily hustle and bustle of work and family life. NanoWrimo provided the opportunity for me to reinvigorate my passion for writing words.
I hope this same passion was reawakened in you.
Looking ahead, my new goal is to have revision for this book done by January 1st. Yes, I am solidifying a date in hopes it will help me from dragging along.
Things I learned from NanoWrimo this year included:
1. Revisions done in different locations can offer a needed boost.
2. Writing partners are key to my motivation.
3. I have so many ideas and stories to share, that I really want to develop a better way to manage all the crazy in my head:)
What did you learn from Nano?
Symphony From The Couch 
Yeah, I never “win” NaNo but I always have a good amount of words to work from. Fast drafting is just not my style.
One thing I do love about NaNo is that it makes you turn off your inner editor and you get more ideas down on paper.
I do agree that Nano helps with getting those words done. It’s a great place if you are starting on a fresh idea.