I enjoy being creative.

Just as I have many books being read at one time, I also have quite a few projects in various states of completion. This time of isolation has forced me to take stock of how I want to focus my creativity.

• Am I reading because I’ve been told it’s good for me, or because the stories are engaging?
• Am I sewing because it’s a skill I’m told I should have, or because it’s a skill I want to have?
• Am I writing because I feel I should, or because I need to?

I’m learning, too, that I don’t have to enjoy all types of sewing. I don’t have to enjoy crocheting, cooking, jewelry making, or painting. I can enjoy aspects of these creative outlets, but it’s okay to choose to focus on a few at which I want to become excellent. Because I have taken the time to take stock of my creative choices, I can now look forward to tackling those projects in various states of completion, and even saying ‘goodbye’ to those I no longer (if ever) enjoy(ed).