The Clean, The Dirty and The Writer: Part Deux
So, last month I said I'd take two weeks to clean my house and get my energy back in alignment. My BFF laughed at the two week window saying I was seriously underestimating the time needed to undo what I have already wreaked. Result: more butt-hurt. He was right… sigh.
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| It is NOT this bad! |
I have made some really good strides though. Half of my living room is clean J Yes… it really is that bad. I know it's sad, sad day when it takes images of hoarders to make me feel better about my place. But, the upswing of my cleaning endeavors is that my energy is definitely feeling better and I am continuing the good work begun. Maybe by summer it will all be clean and I can even maintain it.
Oh – and I bought a new Dyson vacuum, so that's inspiring me to get in there and suck up dirt too. Is it pitiful that I'm super excited about my new vacuum? I wonder.
One good thing that came from all of this, besides my spanky new vacuum, is that I got a job editing a book, so now I am diligently working on that. I may not be writing yet, but at least I'm making money. All good. I like editing and I'm good at it, so why not. I do attribute the new and improved energy to getting the paying gig, so, I really will continue to clean.
I didn't keep the journal either – epic fail. But, here's the new update anyway. Professionally: I'm still writing a couple hundred words a week at best, and I'm still not sure where my story is going, but I am working hard at the editing job. Physically: I have more energy and am getting more done, but let's face it I will always love naps. Mentally: I feel less overwhelmed although I have my moments, and I definitely feel less defeated by it all. Personally: My love life is still great, and my family is still pretty good although we are all recovering from nasty colds. The nasty cold did put me in bed for three days – almost over it now.
So, in conclusion – I am still advocating for a clean work space at a minimum (living space too if you're up for it). A little dust may be fine but mountains of clutter less so. And isn't about time for Spring cleaning? What say you?
2 comments:
Clancy, sounds like you're making great progress! Every little bit helps. And now winter is over, which gives everyone an extra little spring in the step, so keep it up. :)
Thanks, Marin. I do appreciate the encouragement. It is coming along, even if it is very slow...
:)
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