100 Thing Challenge List and Book Update

Truth be told, I've been a bit out of sorts for a week or two, maybe longer. And yet, the 100 Thing Challenge goes on. It has become somewhat habitual. It keeps on keeping on, whether life is treating me well or not. Like love. I suppose that's a good development.

In the midst of my melancholy, I've managed to purge five items from my 100 Thing Challenge list, and also add one much needed item.

Granted the "much needed" item -- a pair of khakis -- has compounded my gloomy mood. I thought I would never own another pair of khakis in my life. Nope, there they are, wrinkle free, hanging in my closet. Yuck.

The 100 Thing Challenge book is progressing. I was encouraged by a few kind words of affirmation from one reader. I have come to realize that writing a book is a profoundly lonely and insecure endeavor. To risk sharing bits and pieces along the way is no easy task. For now I feel like I am moving in the right direction regarding the book and its message, even if the end feels a long way off. So thanks you-know-who, and tomorrow it's back to work.

Comments

[Somebody]

It happens. The low-downs. But life goes on. Be well.

[Dave Bruno]

Thanks Somebody! You live in France, right? Some day I'll have to find a way to meet "Somebody" :-)

[Nina Ruth]

I think you're awesome! Melancholy or not! :-)

Got a bit of the autumn blues myself...but you are right, love & life go on...regardless of feelings, weather, etc.! :-)

[jill]

Just found your site here (via a search for 100 Things) ... am v. much enjoying it. And now wondering why you need the khakis you so clearly don't want ...

[guynameddave]

Yes, the khakis were a mistake. But I'm befuddled on what to do now.

[Dave]

100 Things List - what a fantastic idea. I've been a minimalist for a long time. My list has 85 things on it. I probably missed a few things here or there but it's close. I can't wait for the book.