A much-needed day off – when was the last time I got 10 hours of sleep? It’s hard to fight the work impulse, nowadays. Even when I’m at home, the urge to go walking and wandering fights the guilt that tells me I should be going to Coles to buy something to cook for dinner. I’m reading wireless networking manuals when I should be out taking photos. or something. »
A 14 hour day at work followed by 3 hours of research at home. The progress feels good but it takes its toll on me afterward. It was all I could do this morning to wander around wide-eyed in the city, looking for a relaxing breakfast and listening to some quiet, downbeat music. It’s not the first time it’s been like this – I’m fascinated by the way it always affects me the day after. »
strange days have found us. phone calls at night. hank williams on the stereo. finishing a long-awaited task. a new pair of boots after lunch. oh, and much waiting. »
…if only i could keep my mouth shut. every day. »
I had the distinct sensation of feeling yanked out of a dream and deposited on my bed, staring at the red light across the room on the stereo that said “i’m going to wake you up soon”. »