The Beginning

I hope this is the beginning of something new. It was impulsive. I was looking for blogs and information of "adult homeschooling," and things about "reading." There was nothing to my liking in my quick and superficial search so I am making one.


I just graduated from college this past Spring. I loved what I was studying (anthropology and American culture), but I felt stifled, because all of the incredibly interesting books and essays I read had to be read fast, without time to ponder. This method allows for reading of more materials in a short amount of time, and also helps one to get a good participation grade in discussion, and seem smart.

Well, now I am FREE! I can do all of the things I've been dying to do the past four years. However, I am thrilled with the accomplishment of having something to show for my time and effort. On the other hand, I did not put myself as fully into school as I now realize I should have. I didn't study as hard as I could have, I didn't devote my whole self; I wasn't committed. I didn't know about commitment then, and now I know that it is hard for me.

So, my main structure as an auto-didactic is to finish a book every 2 weeks. This is hard! I know I can do it though, if that damn TV wasn't in my way! I also want to explore methods of self-expression, and gain skills in the creative realm, such as play music (accordion), write, crochet, cook/bake and sew (these things I engage in already). So I want to build concrete advancement of my skills in these areas, while also potentially venturing into others. Knitting, tatting and collaging are high on the list.

Other things I enjoy doing are: taking strolls to enjoy the scenery, smell the roses, and be observant of the present physical world (it's all that's real).

Since I don't have a full-time job yet (I'm looking), or any other full-time commitments, I am ready to be serious about schooling myself on the things I didn't learn in school. I appear to lack focus, however, the focus of this education is on the beauty and passion that life holds; the simple pleasures. It's about gathering resources from the everyday and mastering the lessons and skills. It's home-economics and the liberal arts. I'm making the most of my time now (maybe? haha), and this is the log to make schedules, and record events.

Tomorrow I am going to read for a couple hours, 2 books; practice accordion for 1 hour; clean the car thoroughly; bake something I've never made, and do it with precision and attention; yoga/stretch; then happy hour with Laura, hopefully(!). I love happy hour, it's the best time to feel that flow state.

love.