Well, there goes these sweatpants. I just dropped smushed blueberries on them.

@[email protected] Yes, I did it years ago but I have a friend doing it now.

@[email protected] Also... try reading The Artist's Way, an oldie but good way to kickstart your new you and life.

@[email protected] Learning something new, like taking a beading, art or craft class. Visits to a library or art museum. Trying something new like roller skating, or nature walks, joining a new group. For food, explore take out options to add to what you have (we have a catering company that also sells prepared food) or one of those meal delivery companies.

I'm listening to a free writing program that I like. It is from Tim Clare. He talks about the lesson then gives you 10 minutes to do the exercise. I'm sticking with it. http://www.timclarepoet.co.uk/couchto80kwritingbootcamp/

Yes, I did just spill dog food all over the kitchen. Think of it as an early present. Or an Easter egg hunt.

Third thing, I was reading Mur Lafferty's book about writing and was much struck by something she pointed out. Our dreams, the stories we write in our heads and sometimes commit to paper, don't make good books. I think that is true. Why is that.

Also, realized the story I began is a backstory, not necessary for the real story.

I think my shopping is done. Now for the wrapping. I enjoy the finished product - it is sort of like exercise for me. I like it when I'm doing it and when it is done but it is a hard activity for me to start.