I’m doing the mom thing. It’s just one of those times where I’ve had to put my art aside for a bit. The retreat was wonderful, but it really sapped my energy. Since the retreat family stuff has pretty much taken up all my energy. Last week was the end of the summer competitive swim season for our local pool club. Practices, Time Trials and Championships. And the weekend has been a whirlwind of picking E up from 7 weeks of working as a dishwasher then counselor at camp, and dropping M off for a final session of camp.
Now we’ve got 10 days until we hit the road to take E out to college and (sniff, sniff) leave her there. She’s heading out to Ohio, which is a long way away from Connecticut. She’s our oldest and it’s hard to believe the day is so near. The time in between is full of doctor’s appointments, shopping, parties and a zillion last minute-y things.
Personally I find it hard to feel super inspired during times like this. My brain is buzzing with lists instead of designs. It’ll come back, but in the mean time the studio is quiet.
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Michelle 08.05.08 at 4:51 pm
My only son is entering 10th grade this month, and I’m already trying to prepare myself for what you’re about to go through in 10 days. I’ve decided I need to focus on these next two years and not project….easier said than done, though.
I wish your family all the best at this exciting time!
Dee Wilder 08.06.08 at 5:43 pm
Where’s she going to school, Libby? I know it’s sad, but I’m sure you remember what it was like at her stage in life–so much excitement, so much ahead of you. Wow. Now you can re-live it through her.