a loved one made a suggestion: try some introspection.

q, meet a.

how are things? well, great and not-great. what shall we do about the not-great stuff? for the melancholy, find a way to cheer up. for the estrangement, maintain patience and gain wisdom. for the disarray, tackle a little bit of it, reward, tackle more, most of all don’t add to it. for the loneliness, get out more despite awkwardness and discomfort.

what needs to be done by the end of the year? finish work on commission. prepare all answers to “call for artwork” within feasibility range. work all hours offered unless health is compromised. prepare for surgery and out-of-state travel. walk, breathe, moderate eating.

what is the one vital thing that is most crucial? prioritization.

that’s all for now. come back on new year’s day ready to be debriefed.