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Patt,
I can relate to a lot you wrote, especially the "racing against time".
After years taking care of family, we have time to do more for ourselves. But how much time is left? 10 years? 20? 40? That mortality factor....
When I was young I assumed I had plenty of time. Now I know better. I had better get what I want to do done before it is too late.
The paradox is: if artwork is done to the exclusion of basic health, potential painting time is shortened by default.
The priorities: enough sleep, taking time to cook right and exercise. Certain household basics. That takes care of the physical. Then the emotional/spiritual. For me, emotional needs include the need to create.
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