Lost that feeling

A comment was made to me about the nature of my blogs- that they have become pretty ho hum. And I'll agree, my blogs are a bit boring and more about day to day life than any attempt to be creative with words or structure. Not that I ever put that much effort into it, but I used to care just a bit more. Since I have started writing every day again I no longer feel the urge to put down my own life in a blog. I do it more because one day I know it will be interesting to look back and see where I was back in November of 06. But the truth is my novel is my outlet and while working on it so much, I see my blog as a bit of a time sucker. This is excellent. It means my mind is focused on one thing and one thing only. I have no room for another medium. So I do apologize if my blogs lack zest. But at least know that I am writing something I value a great deal.

Now for the sake of what's happening...

Coaching ended and playing began. I joined a club team that practices in Chappaqua. My skills aren't nearly as honed as they used to be, and I'm no longer used to 6 people on the court. It feels rather crowded. But I will get back into it and I have our fabulous setter from the slc team participating with me. So, enough coaching- I'm onto playing.

The auction I've been working on is up right now and I check it like I'm obsessed. It came together quite well and I'm very happy with it.

As for work, it's going slow but well. I'm feeling a bit of frustration I didn't know was there. Perhaps after this long going full speed on two huge projects I just need a break. A definite big break. I'm looking forward to England for just that reason.

And in my mind I'm trying to figure out where I'd like to go on holiday next year. I'm thinking of a good 2 or 3 weeks is in the cards. I have to desire to go somewhere I've never been but also a place that is nothing like any place I have already been to. Perhaps Hungary or Prague. Or maybe Vietnam. I don't know. But as much as I love the good ol' standards, France, Spain, Italy, and the common western european countries are out. I want to try something I've never done. My Dad and I went to the city yesterday and we counted how many countries we have each been to. He was in the upper 40's! I've only been to 14. I think for my age that is pretty good, but in my life time I'd like to travel as much as my Dad or more.

As for my afternoon with my Dad, he took me to Gobo, one of my favorite veg restaurants in the city, then we bought kitten toys and dog food, and simply walked around the west village enjoying the afternoon. I don't think my dad and I have ever just went out in the city for no good reason. It was very fun and gave me some much needed down time.

Now, I will go back to reading a novel manuscript for class. Have I mentioned I adore my workshop...