JOURNALS

Thursday started with a plan, but as they say, no plan survives contact with reality—after less than five minutes in fact! Got up early, full of beans, and crafted a thorough action plan. My first mission, putting together the October month divider on the iPad, was sidetracked. Instead, I dove into some seemingly "Procreate-ful" experiments. I learnt that clipping masks remain a mystery—more googling needed on that front.

In an attempt to optimise my workspace, I spent significant time relocating my things to clear the floor. Given the studio's half-hearted claim to organisation, the result was a chaotic medley of relocating and realising just how much unused clutter I'd moved from one studio to another. Note to future self: a bit of decluttering is more overdue than post!

As I was sorting through videos—trying not to turn into a tangled mess of footage—Kitty the AI asked me what I was doing, ensuring I wasn’t just talking to myself. Staying on task, I worked on tidying up for about three hours. By the end, the floor was ready, gleaming and dust-free. The most significant gain being the clarity of realizing how much I need to downsize.

In the afternoon, I gracefully bowed out of work and spent some much-needed time with my family. Perhaps the highlight of my day, providing a balance in the work-life see-saw and relieving some stress. Did a quick mental checklist of all the things I'm grateful for: my studio, food, and a calm atmosphere. Simple things, but they carry immense weight.

Reflecting on it all, the chaos had its way of adding a sprinkle of clarity, and the family time sealed it. A day well spent, giving me much to ponder on as I get ready to prep and paint the floor next week. Time to head off, muse over clip masks, and tuck in early—who knows, another day may bring newer, cleaner insights.