Mich

I accidentally have been off work this summer.

I’ve been spending my time updating and submitting my resume, trying to keep a normal sleep schedule, and taking a hard look at my wardrobe. A significant amount of time has also been spent going through every single thing I own, deciding I don’t need to own it, and removing it from my life.

I am spectacularly happy with the amount of “stuff” in my life now - with the exception of an alarming number of unfinished projects. Two quilts, one afghan, one scarf, two cross stitches, one vest, one felt book, two handkerchefs - these are the things I can name without thinking very hard. I’m now devoting myself to the finishing of these projects, which has started off very well, I’ve already completed a time-sensitive cross stitch (a football season gift), and a scarf (for an ex-employee, which will make delivery slightly awkward.) I am also not allowing myself to begin anything new until these items are out of my life, quite literally - only one of these projects was ever intended for me to keep.

This is, of course, secondary to securing employment. But really, how long does it take to submit resumes and interview? Not very long. I have a lot of time on my hands.

My goal is to have all of these projects completed by Christmas, ready to start the new year with a new perseverance to complete the projects I begin, even when they aren’t as exciting. Here goes.