I officially started over today. I began again at the beginning of book 1, and I am re-reading, editing, and changing what needs/should be changed. I feel invigorated! I am glad that I really love the story, since this is my billionth time reading it (give or take 3).
The most comforting part is the beginning “song” that started the initial writing is still in place and much improved from the first scribble in my yellow notebook.
Now, I am going to happily get back to writing/editing.