JOURNALS

Sunday started as a laid-back day with the main agenda being to dive into some relaxing activities. The thought of putting up Christmas decorations was on my mind, an activity that feels like a blend of tradition and creativity. But the decorations will have to wait until next week, which gives me something to look forward to.

The day took a different turn, with most of my time diverted to a more digital space. My plan to dabble with some simple code to explore designs suitable for oil pastels didn't come to fruition. I spent more time gaming on the Xbox and then ventured into the kitchen to cook. It's been a while since cooking was at the forefront, and today, I whipped up some potato wedges planned for the upcoming week.

I'm still in the midst of battling caffeine withdrawal, which is always an adventure. I pushed on and managed to hold off the headaches until 2.30 pm, at which point I took the situationally appropriate caffeinated painkillers. There's still a secret hope in me that I can bypass the full brunt of these withdrawal headaches. The glimpse of headway today keeps that small hope alive.

As the day wound down, there was a subtle sense of satisfaction. Even without yielding to all the planned activities, the commitment to myself to stay active, enjoy what I do, and manage those caffeine withdrawals is progressing.

Today, I'm grateful for the simple comforts: the inviting warmth of the sofa, a plate of good food, and the cosy assurance of heating. They reaffirm the pleasure in things often overlooked. Sundays like these have their charm, even when goals shift midway, and a day of relaxation turns into an unexpectedly busy one. The day may not have unfolded as planned, but it captured a spirit of spontaneity that I cherish. As another week gears up, I look forward to rediscovering the balance between leisure and productivity again.