It’s been said by some (mostly my husband and my mother) that I read A LOT. That I can then write about it is even more confounding to them. It’s always been difficult, but in that great way that anything worthwhile is. When I can find the right words to convey to a reader what it is about a particular book that moved me or made me think, it is the best feeling in the world. Unfortunately, those words have temporarily disappeared.
This site is my job and I take it that seriously but right now my seething brain is full of things like: calling utilities to shut off, how we will fit all the plants in my Prius, do I need to find a new insurance agent, will we get any of our property tax money back (HA!), how much are these repairs going to cost, what do you mean “basic” cable only, one bathroom sink- for two adults?…moving minutia. You see, despite loving Portland, neither Mr. G or I could find a job here so we are moving to Seattle for his new job. Not a horrible move—exact same weather but Seattle is much bigger and more expensive which may mean more opportunities for me. Anyway, I’m reading (only way to fall asleep at night) but my stream of words has dried to a trickle and I’m not comfortable repeating marvelous, engrossing, intricate over and over because I can’t think of more and better words to describe what I’ve read. So while, I would like to be like this:
or this
Doing my best to get everything done in two places at once before November 22nd has left me feeling like this:
or even this
I’m not signing off for three weeks but this week may be rough so bear with me. Carry on with your own reading and please feel free to stop by and share with the rest of us what you’re liking (or not liking). I’ll be back soon, all shiny and articulate, writing from a temporary abode in a new city, which is likely to bring on a torrent of words, lovely words.
Love this post – you captured all the feelings of being stuck in a rut pretty well! If there ever was a good time to be a little absent from the book blogging world, this is it! You’re not missing too many new releases. Try not to stress too much, just enjoy that chocolate…even though it’s coming in a hurry!
I Love Lucy is still one of my favorite comedy shows. Lucille Ball was a genius. Thanks for the kind words!
Moving is the worst. Every time i move I say Never again. Take you time in settling in. You never want to look at your blog as work. It should be fun.
I know, Tanya, I said the same thing when we got to Portland! Then I lost my job and my husband lost his. Kind of no choice at that point but I am mightily sick of it!
See you on the other side. 🙂
Thanks for making me laugh!
Good luck with the moving! It is such an engrossing (not in a good way) task that I can’t blame you for taking some time. Hang in there!
Very funny post! Love the use of images! Best of luck on the move…hope to “see” you soon!
Moving is the absolute WORST! You take your time, kiddo. Your sanity is more important than your blog :).
Good luck with the move!!
Take your time! We will be right here for you when you return!
Catherine, I am enjoying your posts- even today’s, when your “stream of words has dried to a trickle”! Do pictures speak louder than words? I don’t know, but I laughed out loud at “fabulous shoes”.
Good luck with the move!
Love, Joy
Oh mercy, good luck to you! All the very best luck. I hope that everything goes smoothly — moving is terribly stressful even if all goes according to plan. I hope the time flies for you between now and when you are settled and comfortable in Seattle.