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Drawing On Reserves

Posted on January 13, 2022 by Steve Ainslie

I hate winter. January and February are my least favorite months. I don’t enjoy frigid temperatures, blowing winds, ice storms and snow.

The sun rises late (if at all) and sets early. Swimming is a daily challenge – specifically jumping into the cold water and then freezing my a$$ off when I get out.

At night, I tend to go into hibernation mode. I overeat or drink too much caffeine. I stare at the computer screen like a zombie consuming random stupid information.

I am so ready for spring.


But since spring is still several months away, I decided to knock off a few items on my 2022 list. I started taking French lessons. I signed up for an online drawing class this week too.

By the time spring arrives, I’ll at least have some exposure to French words and pronunciation. I will also have improved my kindergarten level drawing skills.

Those two activities, but re-entering the dating world and continuing my usual exercising, drumming, painting and writing will keep me fully engaged until I can enjoy warm evenings and late sunsets.


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