The Artist's Way

I mentioned months ago that I would be reading a book called The Sound of Paper. I started that in an effort to get myself to write more frequently. Of course, I abandoned that book and stopped writing, almost entirely. So I am trying again, this time with The Artist's Way. It is by the same author and this book preceded The Sound of Paper. So, again, I'm giving it a shot.

This time, I'm writing a contract with myself. I will do this. I will commit to twelve weeks of writing every morning and reading the lessons and completing the projects. I will document everything that I do here. My morning writings will be gibberish, negative, and probably silly. But I will still do them as a way to clear my head and start my day with less junk rattling around in my brain. Maybe I will learn to think more positively, less judgmentally, and let go more often.

It's worth a shot.

2/1/12

I understand that I am undertaking an intensive, guided encounter with my own creativity. I commit myself to the twelve week duration of the course. I commit to weekly reading, daily morning pages, a weekly artist date, and the fulfillment of each week's tasks.

I further understand that this course will raise issues and emotions for me to deal with. I commit myself to excellent self care - adequate sleep, diet, exercise and pampering - for the duration of the course.


Kerry.

You are my sweetest downfall

Source: http://www.contrariwise.org/

My friend and roommate had a massive blow out with her boyfriend leading him to now be another ex. As myself and a few other friends rallied to comfort her and get her out of the apartment, it occurred to me that relationships are hard for everyone. 

With my 29th birthday rolling around the corner here soon, I have been taking stock in what I have in my life and what I would like to have in the future. Relationships were my number one priority in the past but lately I feel that my priorities have shifted. School and work are number 1 followed closely by volunteering. Relationships have fallen by the way side. I don't feel that it is all that necessary for me to be paired off with someone. I enjoy my time and spending it as I please. 

Plus there is more room in the bed for the dog and I to snuggle. 

New app!

I just downloaded the Blogger app and now I can blog on the go. This will make things easier and more fun. Cheers!

Little Miss Sunshine

Source: http://blog.postcodelottery.com/

I've been bumming lately, I suspect it's the weather and the amount of work I have to get done in very little time. Tonight I stayed home to do laundry (finally) and knit. I know, I know, crazy night. I did lock myself out of the apartment but luckily, my adorable neighbor was home to help me out. He then stopped back to bring me a new screen since we had to rip mine to get in.

I have plans to hike tomorrow with the dog and the most recent ex. I'm looking forward to getting out of the city. I might even stop out at the Methuen MSPCA and walk a few pups while I'm out. I'm trying to feed myself good food, happy thoughts, and healthy activities. I'm doing everything I can to keep my spirits up and my soul full.

What do you do to cure the winter blues?

Busy like a lab rat... Or something.

I've been working on my thesis. Classes are over and thesis work time is at an all time max, which means... STRESS! Anxiety! Panic! Or, I just chill and get it done. I choose the latter. I have a snuggly dog who sits next to me snoring while I type away or read articles or analyze data. Fun stuff, I'm telling you!

I do get to go to an orientation for the local MSPCA. I get to walk dogs! I'm also going to check into fostering animals. All I need is the approval of my landlord and I can be a foster mom to dogs that need socialization.

I've felt a need to volunteer lately and give back to the community. And since kids aren't my thing, I decided that I would volunteer at the animal shelter. Saturday is the orientation and I am incredibly excited!

Crunch time!

This is what I look like right now. My thesis is due by mid/late January. RUH-ROH. If you need me I'll be jacked up on caffeine snuggling with my laptop and my mountains of research.  

Work Hard and Be Nice to People.

Today I donated dog and cat toys to a local animal shelter. I have been itching to get out and do something for a larger cause, rather than my own self interest. Of course, I reap benefits from donating. I get to go check out the dogs for adoption, swoon over the puppies, and feel good about doing it. But I feel as though it is time for me to be concerned with more than just myself and my dog.

What ways do you help out your community? What else can I do? I have been asking everyone I know to collect items to donate to the animal shelter. I'm hoping this will pan out and I can have a nice car load to donate in the next few weeks.

So if you have anything you would like to donate or want more information about your local animal shelters, email or tweet me! thatgirlblogs@gmail.com OR @kerryedaway 

Or if you know of something else I should get involved in, let me know!