Sunday's Share: A little bit of this and a little bit of that

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I woke up about 3:45 a.m. and I'm now, an hour-and-a-half later, working on my second cup of coffee. I just finished eating my breakfast of a little bit of rice, scrambled with an egg, scallions, and a few green peas. Trying to light a fire under my behind I haven't really accomplished much this weekend. I've had to take things easy, because my body has been under some intestinal stress. I haven't caught anything that other people are spreading around, but I'm dealing with certain issues that are prodded along by this stupid cancer. Hopefully, I can get that under control today by drinking more water, and limiting what foods I eat today. I washed up one of the comforters yesterday that I found in a box while unpacking some of the things that have been stored in the garage. It's in the dryer now. I will likely hold on to it through this winter, so will fold and put it away. I would rather have one too many than not enough. As well, I'd like to find a twin or full size bed to put in my spare room. That way, anyone who spends the night can have the privacy of a room, rather than sleeping on my couch. I did not empty the dishwasher this weekend, so that's first on my agenda this morning. Then I can wash up any of the things from yesterday that I didn't get done. Since I had those two days of concentrated working in the garage to prepare it for the maintenance workers to be able to work unencumbered, I haven't been able to drum up enough focus and energy to do similar things on some of the other pileups here in the house. It's as if I just can't get started, because I look around and don't know where to start. I'm feeling that bit of overwhelm for some reason today. However, I do know that if I start small, and do something that's fairly easy for me, I will be able to see that as an accomplishment. I might make a list of three places/projects to start that won't take more than two hours each. It gives me a beginning. I don't know why I drag my feet so much to get things done. Actually, I do have some understanding, but it's not something I I'm comfortable sharing at this point. Let's just say that I recognize some patterns of past trauma in my life that point directly to how I deal with some of these issues at hand. Maybe, in the near future, I will share here a little more fully. I know I'm not the only one who struggles with these kinds of things. At some point today, I will probably try to nap. I slept rather fitfully last night, and being awake in the wee hours is for the birds, not me! But, I will try to get something productive done the rest of this morning. Making my list for today So, it's time for me to get out of pad of paper and make that list of three easier projects to try and complete today. I probably don't even need to write it down. I already have some things in mind, if I'm honest with myself. 1. Scour the downstairs bathroom. (It is what we refer to as a "half-bath" with only a toilet and sink.) It will include making sure that the cupboard underneath the sink is also tidied. 2. Straighten up the laundry room. Put away all of the clothes that are hanging on the rod. Remove anything that has found its way into that room that doesn't belong there. 3. Straighten up the downstairs hall closet. Make sure that the gloves all have mates, and that the seasonal wear/gear (coats, boots, umbrellas, hats and scarves) are in good repair. See? I really can make a few decisions here and there. I suppose it's just about focus. And, so, I figured if I focus on three things that are all close to one another, each of those three projects, when completed, will even look like one big project. From the front door of my townhouse, entering the hallway, the right side is the door to the laundry room. Then, on the right side is the hallway closet. Take two more steps, and on the left side is the door to the downstairs bathroom. All are in that entry hallway, before entering the area with the living room, kitchen, and dining room. So, that kind of makes sense to me, now that I think about it. Maybe I can feel more accomplished? It's worth a try! (Now, if I can just get over my disdain for house cleaning. Again, I will have to share that story some other time, when I'm ready to open up about why.) Well, the clock is ticking quickly to 6:00 a.m. It's time for me to go get dressed and start on this list. Have a wonderful Sunday, and, for those of you on the other side of the world, sleep well as you prepare for your new week ahead. Photo is my own of an original art piece, "Untitled," 2018;.12x12 in/30.48 x 30.48 cm. Materials--acrylics, reclaimed plywood, and scrap wood. Sold, 2019.