So, yeah…fuck this fucking year.
When thinking about what little good there was to be found, here are a few things that came to mind:
1) So, if we were lucky enough to have and keep a job, the pandemic forced a lot of people to work from home. I spent the bulk of the year on the couch, doing data entry. It had an unexpected upside: time with my mom in the final year of her life. Had the year been a normal year, and had I been away at work all the time, I would not have had the passing conversations, quick laughs, and daily check-ins — even cooking meals when she was hungry enough for one. This is truly one of the only things this year had going for it.
2) Without a commute to and from work, there was also more time to devote to the two projects I was able to finally bring out this year:
A DEEP & GORGEOUS THIRST- UNABRIDGED AUDIO
THE ART OF CHINESE GUCCI
They were both terrifically rewarding projects, and two further steps down the road of fully-realized, far-fetched dreams actually coming true. There were so many gracious people that helped make these both a reality, and I feel lucky that each generously offered up their talents. You all know who you are. Thank you for being a highlight of my year.
3) The election. I mean, c’mon.
4) My family and friends — from my wife and kiddo, to all the folks I have been missing or couldn’t see in the interest of staying safe. Again, you all know who you are…and thanks for being you. I couldn’t have made it this year without you.
5) Our new kitten. Yep, she’s a pain in the ass…but she sure is cute.
Here’s to hoping you all had a few things to be grateful for as well. And here’s to hoping 2021 finds us all in a much better place.
