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I was off last Monday, so my mom and I had a picnic at the Lack County Fairgrounds. We ate sandwiches, sat in the sun and just relaxed a bit.

I have been feeling overwhelmed at work, just like everyone else. I have so much to do, in such little time. It's frustrating b/c I could be doing some really creative things if I wasn't so stressed out. I need to look back to last Monday.

It was a bad day today. I cried within the first hour I was there. All of the work I had "worked ahead" on had been trashed. I had to start over. More stress. Last Monday, please.

I redid the work, but feel lost on my mental timeline. More stress. Last Monday, not this Monday.

lovely photos

i found this artist's work today. it's really beautiful. while looking through her stuff i realize why i like it so much. i actually own a few of her books. i would absolutely love to own one of her prints. they look gorgeous when printed large, but unfortunately if i ever did buy one of her photos i'd only be able to by the $25 one. the owl is speaking to me, as well, as the baby lamb and fawn. so cute.

uninspired

lately i've been feeling uninspired to actually be creative (outside of work). i was going to do illustration friday this week, but i really have no idea what to do. may i just need to start doodling again. i've kind of lost sight of that. and it makes me sad.

treats

Today we celebrated my tenth anniversary at work. 'becca came to eat lunch with me. she surprised me with a bunch of yummy pink frosted cupcakes with the cutest little faces. she knows me too well. i love treats with pink frosting and sprinkles. and food with smiley faces is just adorable. she even crocheted me this cute little cupcake. i also got an awesome camera keychain. she really made my day amazing! thanks 'becca! :)

buddy

look it's buddy the frog. it's not the best pic, but i was really nervous that he was going to jump at me!