1st October

It might seem strange to some but yesterday was officially my half-year celebration – tadah! I decided a while back that one birthday per year wasn’t enough so have effectively introduced two additional celebration days into my calendar, much like the King has. Recent years/events have highlighted the importance of time so I celebrate and recognise the add-ons purely on a personal level – don’t panic, I don’t expect gifts and treats from third parties. It helps to prevent an unnecessary sense of maudlin creeping in as certain months and memories return – better to have chilled bubbles than relive a nasty episode. Well, that’s my argument and I’m sticking with it … cheers!  ​

Another task for today, was to undertake my monthly challenge. I usually choose something creative connected to my writing, but not this month. This month, I have opted to sketch for 20 minutes each day. I have no rules - other than to be creative and enjoy my time. I can draw what I wish, as I wish and do with it what I wish – which is all very liberating given the usual restraints on modern life. Day one went well – I was pleased with the finished piece. I may reproduce it in a larger form, sometime in the future, but for now it can remain as it is. I might share some of my sketched pieces as the month pans out, fingers crossed – I’ll have 31 to choose from.

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