My plan to write more regularly has gone tits up already, it appears, in part because of point the first: ongoing bullshitty illness (we all seem to have been coughing since Christmas, or at least coughing in relay, like some new and unwanted addition to the Olympics) and the knock-on impact of this on plans and any sense of being in control of one’s own destiny (oh, how I laugh).
I can definitely relate to this article, Thomasina! Who hasn't had those periods where good intentions get sidelined by life's realities? It's a great reminder to be kind to ourselves and acknowledge even the small victories.
On a completely different note, since you mentioned enjoying cozy nights in, have you considered a ventless gas fireplace? They offer the ambiance of a real fire without the mess or need for a chimney. ("Ventless Gas Fireplace | Vent Free Gas Fireplace Collection" is a good starting point for research!) (https://belleflame.com/collections/indoor-wall-mounted-gas-fireplaces)
It sounds like you've created a cozy haven at home with the delicious cake and red wine. A fireplace could add another layer of warmth and relaxation, especially during these colder months.
Of course, if you're happy with your current setup, more power to you! But just throwing it out there as a potential way to enhance your cozy nights.
Looking forward to hearing more from you when the writing muse returns!
If cats and children are fed and watered, you're winning! I wish there was more open discussion about the need for more sleep in winter. I thought it was just me. I thought it was my chronic fatigue limiting me again. But we're not supposed to be the fucking Energizer Bunny. We're supposed to have some time to rest and retreat. I hope you've been able to do that without feeling too guilty about the writing part. Spring brings more writing for me.
Yes - I think some more sunshine and just... light... would/will help! I've been eyeing daylight bulbs suspiciously while thinking that that's just another way to bullshit one's system into yet more productivity.
Similar lack of motivation here, for writing, as well as tackling the To Do list, to get this ghastly house in a fit state to put on the market and move before Joe Brown's health really, really deteriorates. Which it will. Which it is. Meanwhile, procrastination, lethargy, cake and red wine beckon every bloody day.
I can definitely relate to this article, Thomasina! Who hasn't had those periods where good intentions get sidelined by life's realities? It's a great reminder to be kind to ourselves and acknowledge even the small victories.
On a completely different note, since you mentioned enjoying cozy nights in, have you considered a ventless gas fireplace? They offer the ambiance of a real fire without the mess or need for a chimney. ("Ventless Gas Fireplace | Vent Free Gas Fireplace Collection" is a good starting point for research!) (https://belleflame.com/collections/indoor-wall-mounted-gas-fireplaces)
It sounds like you've created a cozy haven at home with the delicious cake and red wine. A fireplace could add another layer of warmth and relaxation, especially during these colder months.
Of course, if you're happy with your current setup, more power to you! But just throwing it out there as a potential way to enhance your cozy nights.
Looking forward to hearing more from you when the writing muse returns!
If cats and children are fed and watered, you're winning! I wish there was more open discussion about the need for more sleep in winter. I thought it was just me. I thought it was my chronic fatigue limiting me again. But we're not supposed to be the fucking Energizer Bunny. We're supposed to have some time to rest and retreat. I hope you've been able to do that without feeling too guilty about the writing part. Spring brings more writing for me.
Yes - I think some more sunshine and just... light... would/will help! I've been eyeing daylight bulbs suspiciously while thinking that that's just another way to bullshit one's system into yet more productivity.
Similar lack of motivation here, for writing, as well as tackling the To Do list, to get this ghastly house in a fit state to put on the market and move before Joe Brown's health really, really deteriorates. Which it will. Which it is. Meanwhile, procrastination, lethargy, cake and red wine beckon every bloody day.
Sending a hug. That is a lot to process, and it sounds like the reason you're finding that difficult is that... it's difficult. xx
Thanks for the mention 🙂 We are in very similar places, you, me and many others I suspect. Spring mania awaits so I guess we’d better fuel up.
*passes an indulgent chocolate brownie across the ether*