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First, I think. Then I write. Then I let it sit for a little, either out of busyness or lack of focus. Then I revise. Thinking is precomposition -- what do I want to say? How should I say it? What are my sources? Writing stems from that. If I'm thinking melodically, that comes first;if I'm thinking harmonically, that comes first; etc. This is where the magic really happens, and any challenges act as guides to where the piece goes. Sitting is important -- some things are good to just come out; others need to percolate on the shelf for a little. Paralysis is a problem in this step. Revision happens after it sits -- do i replace that line? Is the process valid? It's important not to paralyze on this step, either in analysis or in the "is it good?" stage.

Irony for 500, Alex.

So are fixes on hiatus now? a number of issues that have been brought up for a while have been seemingly ignored.