It's been a while
I was told yesterday that I need to make more posts to my live journal, so here I go. Following directions obediently, as always, right?
Last night was more fun than I would have expected. After last year's "puppy pile", I decided to take it easy on the drinks, and I think that worked out well. Many interesting and skimpy costumes were in evidence. And I did a damn fine job of avoiding the clove-in-fruit. I hid outside a lot! My vote for best costume was for Shaun (you know who I'm talking about). Way to go mate! Brilliant!
This weather is amazing. It's perfect fall weather. I wish that it would stay this way all year round. I love the smell of the leaves on the ground, and the quality of the light. It's clear and crisp, not hazy like in the summer. It feels like a time of ... contentment, that's the only word that comes to mind. I mean, I'd still like to find a new job (the "perfect" job has yet to reveal itself to me"), but I'm content with my situation overall. I'm just reminded now and again that there are people out there that are less fortunate than I am, and it makes me realize that my problems are insignificant compared to theirs. It puts things in perspective.
And this beautiful weather makes me want to paint again. Maybe I'll motivate myself to paint a picture or two as christmas gifts this year. I find the whole process of painting to be relaxing. I don't know why I quit. I guess it's just hard to get started when I'm at home. I'm used to painting at school, with big easels, cement floors, and harsh lighting. Hmm... home sounds much better. I saw a nice easel at Sam's Club for only $49.99! I might have to pick that up.
Wow, I ramble a lot. That's just the way my brain works. Too many things to think about. And to do. And not enough time to do them all. I think that's why I get so frustrated, and unmotivated. I know that I don't have the time to do all of the things that I want to do, and just give up sometimes. I mean, why bother? But I need to better about doing these things. I want to do them, after all. I want to paint. I want to exercise. I want to see my friends more. Stupid jobs! What I really need is one job that pays enough to cover what I make at my two current jobs. Easy, right?
Hmmm... I'm hungry. Need food. And drink. Break is over. Back to work. :)
Last night was more fun than I would have expected. After last year's "puppy pile", I decided to take it easy on the drinks, and I think that worked out well. Many interesting and skimpy costumes were in evidence. And I did a damn fine job of avoiding the clove-in-fruit. I hid outside a lot! My vote for best costume was for Shaun (you know who I'm talking about). Way to go mate! Brilliant!
This weather is amazing. It's perfect fall weather. I wish that it would stay this way all year round. I love the smell of the leaves on the ground, and the quality of the light. It's clear and crisp, not hazy like in the summer. It feels like a time of ... contentment, that's the only word that comes to mind. I mean, I'd still like to find a new job (the "perfect" job has yet to reveal itself to me"), but I'm content with my situation overall. I'm just reminded now and again that there are people out there that are less fortunate than I am, and it makes me realize that my problems are insignificant compared to theirs. It puts things in perspective.
And this beautiful weather makes me want to paint again. Maybe I'll motivate myself to paint a picture or two as christmas gifts this year. I find the whole process of painting to be relaxing. I don't know why I quit. I guess it's just hard to get started when I'm at home. I'm used to painting at school, with big easels, cement floors, and harsh lighting. Hmm... home sounds much better. I saw a nice easel at Sam's Club for only $49.99! I might have to pick that up.
Wow, I ramble a lot. That's just the way my brain works. Too many things to think about. And to do. And not enough time to do them all. I think that's why I get so frustrated, and unmotivated. I know that I don't have the time to do all of the things that I want to do, and just give up sometimes. I mean, why bother? But I need to better about doing these things. I want to do them, after all. I want to paint. I want to exercise. I want to see my friends more. Stupid jobs! What I really need is one job that pays enough to cover what I make at my two current jobs. Easy, right?
Hmmm... I'm hungry. Need food. And drink. Break is over. Back to work. :)