Lists

For the final full week of October I set a goal in my calendar to write to larger blog posts per week.  When I woke up this morning I was drawing a blank, and quite honestly, I still am.  Then I thought I'd make a list of things, because that is the way my brain is functioning right now.  LIsts upon lists as I prepare for a mini-relaunch of FitPOWER this November.  My control freak mind took over again and said, "Lists are for daily roasts."  I told it to shut up, because my blog my rules.  So here is a list of things that are on my mind.  Enjoy.

1. I love reading.  There is nothing wrong with a good Netflix binge, but I read to create the world in my image.  Such an egotistical thing to do, but when you think about it, any time you read a fictional tale, even though the author gives you descriptors of the characters, the settings, and the mood, it is still done in your image.  Your spin on how their hair will look, even though you know the color.  You made it the way you enjoy and perceive that color.  If the character is poor and there is a description of their clothing, you still take those descriptors and it evolves into the way you view the clothing of a poor person.  It's like no matter what you get to play the role of the creator. 

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2. I want to write a book.  When I was in the third grade I started what I thought was going to be my greatest gift to the human race.  A love story to end all love stories.  When I got to chapter 3 I ran out of ideas because what does a 10 year old know about romance.....and I ran out of printing paper.  Remember the paper that came out on one long sheet with the tear away edges?  Every kid became an engineer when they tried to load and scroll that stuff through the feeder.  Anyways, the dream is still there, but I have no idea what to write about.  My love of having a clean house?  Favorite candle smells?  Is a blog technically me writing a book?  How to train a gym dog?  How to make clutter look fancy? How to light your garage on fire? Maybe I'll make a how-to blow your nose guide for Chris...... so many possibilities.

3. All of the art in our house was either a. painted by  a friend while they were wined up at a drink and draw, b. from an artist local to the city/region we visited on  a trip, c. bought from one of our own local art festivals where the artist also lives in the area, or d. one of the many sketches that kids ages 8 and under have drawn for me while waiting for mom or dad to get done lifting.  I'm opening a mini gallery for d.  OH! And e. one of my insta/bjj/lifting friends does art as a hobby so I buy off of them, as well.  I just enjoy supporting passionate people.

4. Wood floors over carpet, all day.  No this isn't a euphemism. I'm talking about a house.

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5. As a side hobby, I enjoy restoring old furniture.  One of my favorite things to do is go to Goodwill and find a sturdy piece of wood furniture, bring it home.......and store it because eventually I'm going to pursue this hobby!  Calling myself out here.  Alright, this winter I will complete 2 restorative projects.  You heard it here first!  Otherwise, I'm just turning into a hoarder, and that is NOT the way I want to get famous.

Until next time folks. Cheers!