I've been away for an extended bit. I went on Staycation. I stayed home, and vacationed from most of the soul crushing Daily Grind. However, some things, ya just can't escape, doncha know?
So what did I do?
I bought a new fancy schmantzy sewing machine, requiring concerted effort to learn to use. Sewing is a great Flow relaxation activity! I plowed into projects languishing in clutter piles. Finished several large blankets and a baby quilt/pillowcase. Pretty things! Good for the soul!
I wrote at my online journal. Like an old fashioned diary, it's ' locked" to prevent prying eyes.
I read many books! Most on Kindle, but a few paper- printed ones. complete with spines!
I listened to music and watched quite a few movies. Netflix and Roku are Good.
I baked and cooked, every day. It soothes.
Caught up on laundry.
Took the dog to the vet.
Helped my son volunteer.
And I walked. I lost 5 lbs and my blood pressure is down to normal, even with my prodigious caffeine consumption.
Not exactly the stuff of Destination vacations, but badly needed. While I generally enjoy my job, the time off forced me to recognize how demanding it is. So encompassing it is, when I am working, there is little time or energy left over for other pursuits. Or other people.
Not cool.
Time for a change.
Watch what happens.....
O' Suze.
