I find it fascinating that there are mermaid stories in so many different cultures. How can such creatures transcend culture before those cultures meet? It's not like it's just European mythology. I've seen it in various Asian mythos as well, and I've heard some African mythos also. So, maybe there were similar creatures, once upon a time? And so much of the ocean is still unexplored.

I would like to go back to my superhero romance at some point. I stopped because it seemed like it was not going to be conducive to me staying in the competition, but it's looking like I might get voted out this week, so I guess if that happens, I'm free to go back to writing whatever.