This week's Word of the Week is something every writer knows:
"procrastination (to procrastinate)"
It originates from the Latin word "procrastinationem" which means "to putt off till tomorrow" and first found its way into the English language around 1540.
Meaning: Procrastination means the "skill" of delaying things, of putting them off. It is usually through other, less important stuff, like playing games or checking emails every five minutes.
Example: She is a master of procrastination. Her deadline is tomorrow but she still wastes her time playing Bejeweled on Facebook...
Ok, now: Calling especially my many writing colleagues: Give me another example for this our so well-known skill!
Language ... the bridge of communication, the magic creator of worlds, the brush and paint of authors. Language is magic. It gives us power. It is something you just have to love.
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