For me, at least, there is always a logjam somewhere in the writing process. And now and then I have to stop, figure out where the logjam moved to, and break it up. In other words, redistribute my precious writing time. If you've read this journal for a while, you will have noticed this tendency.
The logjam right now is submissions--or, to be more accurate, right now I have logjams all over the freaking place, but that's one that's actively keeping things that are ready from being published. (Also, all the audience members at
4th Street were thoroughly scolded for having things not sent out. Can't say that didn't apply to me!)
So! As needed, the first thing done in my "mandatory writing hour" will be getting one submission out the door. In a couple of weeks, I should have that logjam cleared out, and then it will only come into play occasionally, as I have other things to send out.
Yes, I did say a couple of weeks. I told you it was a big logjam!
I really wish I had more time, but I just don't see that happening any time soon, for some reason....