Right now I am creating an even more important world than what I could possibly write... I am creating the future of the actual world we live in as I raise my kids. How I treat them and take care of them will literally change the world for good or bad. This is an amazing and exhausting experience, but I intend to see happy, well-adjusted adults in about 15-20 years. That takes a lot of energy, and takes time away from writing. But it's worth it. My characters will keep for a little longer, my kids won't.