The Book Goes On

Still Lexie

By Lexie Miller Wyman

So I submitted my finished book to agents and publishers alike but those efforts were not heartfelt. I wrote "Still Lexie" for myself; it was therapeutic and helped me move on knowing I got my story out. And after writing off and on for 8 year, I simply wanted it done. Scott Publishing, here in Kalispell, will publish it and I'll get 100 copies to do what I want with. Scott will get it on Amazon for me with tag words like head injury, track and field, University of Oregon and Montana so that those interested can read it there or have a book printed and sent to them.

Right now "Still Lexie" is with my editor Heidi Ostrom. Her father George  is a hall of fame radio broadcaster whose station interviewed me upon my return to track and field here and my induction into Oregon's Hall of Fame. George is an icon of the Flathead Valley and reported here for over 60 years. 

The newspaperman was also a photographer, television host, author and public speaker. It is only fitting that Heidi be the one to help me get my finished book computer ready.

I feel the proverbial "weight" shifting from my shoulders but with bare shoulders I won't survive so I have told myself to keep writing, here. I have written in my blog on and off for some time and I smile when I see the readership of posts increase. I think I might be an approval seeker.

For years, I sought the approval of coaches, which was pretty safe, but years later while dating, seeking the approval of questionable men was not. When I look back, those dating days seem chaotic. Newly divorced, I was a middle aged, head injured teacher in my own classroom, as well as high school hurdles coach. I had many goals then, like getting through the day, but writing my book was not high on the list. I pat myself on the back for NOT over-seeking approval from the many odd men I dated.

Finding a mate came off my list after I cancelled my Match.com profile and moved home to Montana. I found and married the splendiferous Dan. I was still struggling in education as an aid. Also, I was coaching middle schoolers and one goal was to do so at the high school level. 

Now, I am no longer doing aid work and have realized the middle school track is where I belong. My book began to call and because life for me is without drama, I've been able to give "Still Lexie," all of my scrambled focus. 

Stay tuned for the actual unveiling!