September 06, 2011

day 28 :: finish what you start

https://vimeo.com/28625257

 

You should know: the rest of the dried apples were very good, and the candle ~ also done! oh and I finished the remainder of a bag of walnuts as well.

Thinking about this some more after I shot the video, I realized that not completing a project, for me, is also in some way holding up what is to be next indefinitely. 

links related to this video:

get your house in order

my first video blog

my aquarian twin

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Comments (11)

Even if it takes you another two years, you are going to finish those dried apples, right? I am offering to help, btw.

What I noticed about a lot of people is that they don't finish their cereal. I usually do, though, unless I open a new one without finishing the old one.

Posted by: Kelvin Kao | 09/06/2011 10:14:15 PM

us? overly analytical? Hmmm.. i need to ponder on that a bit more ;-)

Posted by: Susannah | 09/07/2011 03:10:18 AM

It was my first time watching one of the videos,only bc im always iffy on virus stuff(like fb). Im glad i took the time to watch and look forward to 29!!! I never finish like last chips in a big bag and never really finish all my candles either:O) i think alot of us can relate:O) have a great day:O)

Posted by: Isabel Eaton | 09/07/2011 08:32:52 AM

I completely get the candles, perfume, etc. ~ why DO we do that?? I even hang on to a paint tube where the paint is mostly dry, but still just ever so slightly squishy ~ what? do I think I am going to squeeze that last squishy bit out and reconstitute it...especially since i have since bought a fresh tube of the same color....? Don't get me started on colored pencil nubs.... LOL And I am a fellow Aquarian as well (January 27)!

Posted by: The Armchair Parisian | 09/07/2011 11:21:28 AM

I can totally relate! We've just moved house, and in the clearing out process I've realised I have 7 unfinished paintings (!!), and at least 3 unfinished picture book manuscripts/layouts.
And don't even get me started on the contents of our fridge...!

Posted by: Tina Burke | 09/08/2011 07:22:54 AM

that was just what I needed today..so good to see you and I can relate to the finishing of things. Have a great candle on my desk that I am looking at now that I need to finish!! and things I need to finish..

Posted by: sarah s. - redlinedesign | 09/08/2011 01:59:46 PM

You are not alone. I just threw out our last bits of dried apples, too. Funny thing, though, as far as dried fruit goes, this only happens with apples. Oh, wait, prunes, too. Funny! I used to save the last bit of candle wax, too.

Posted by: Belinda Fireman | 09/08/2011 08:51:44 PM

I love watching your videos and listening to your thoughts... and I think it's great you are working to finish your projects. Talk about the most common issue we all face! Not finishing! Good for you and thanks for sharing...

Posted by: linda | 09/16/2011 02:35:03 AM

Just catching up on your blog! you are so cute...I leave the last little bits undone myself....except for maybe when it comes to chocolate. Will I see you at Fall Quilt Market? I hope so!

Posted by: Monica Lee | 09/22/2011 09:43:09 AM

Hi Monica!! Im writing a book this fall so I wont be at market this time, but hopefully next time? I cannot wait to hear an update on all that is happening with you and your creations

Posted by: Marisa | 09/24/2011 11:40:22 AM

I just listened to your '28' - I laughed so hard - and then realized all the little things I hang on to also. Very nice video !

Posted by: Lois0607 | 10/07/2011 09:33:56 PM