this week's prompt for the solstice to solstice project is comfort.
this is a little drawing i did in my sketch book last year during a focused creativity e-course. it's home. the view straight out the window from our table where we eat, draw, write, gather, ponder, toss mail, stack books, simply sit. it's simple. some lines and circles. some walls and windows. comfort's like that. simple. i realize, as i have been preparing for some time in the big city. time with my dear friend, but with a big chunk (okay, all day) by myself, i am nervous. nervous about driving in the city, all the people, all the noise, being alone, getting lost. strange as it is (i don't think of myself as a nervous/fearful person) and though my mind can justify the uncertainty away, the twinge is still there. a solo day at home sounds way more comfortable. however, i'm excited for the city, the challenge, the people, the lights, the hustle & bustle (if only for a day) and i will bring home with me.
it's the little things.
not only what's on the outside, but the inside if not more.
rooted to grow.
love this post, especially those last three lines. i can't wait to hear about your time in the city. i'm sure (as sure as one can be, anyway) that you're going to love your solo day, alone but not alone at all. xoxo.
ReplyDeletei say, go hat shopping, people watching, shoot obscure photos, drink decaf, and wear something purple. remember, if a stranger in the city makes you nervous, treat them like you would a mountain lion, make yourself BIG, raise your arms, be loud, and run. i cannot wait to have you home. xo
ReplyDeletei like eric's response. hope you had a fun day! the city scares me a little too. well, SF more than PDX. :)
ReplyDeleteI've always loved this piece of art you created. I would like some postcards of it...add it to your postcards for sale!
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you faced your fears. You always do! And I really got to benefit this time. ;) I like Sara's postcard idea.
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