What happened to August? Feels like it melted away. It started out with a business trip to Vegas, where we were greeted by the Las Vegas Design Center pictured above, setting the tone for the month.
August was oppressive. I know, my east coast and southern friends, I have no right to complain about southern California weather. But remember, most of us here don’t have A/C. For me … not in the house, the shop or the studio.
It’s hard to be productive when you’re uncomfortable. But after a week or so of wallowing in the heat, I decided to “give in to the sweat”. I cut my hair and went for minimal makeup. I beefed up my walking and hiking regimen. I purged, reorganized and painted my home and office. I tackled multiple pallets stacked mile high with boxes full of purchases from summer buying trips. I figured, if I’m gonna’ sweat standing still, I might as well make it worthwhile and get stuff done! Although my creative productivity was at a low (hence my infrequent posts an updates), I emerged from August actually sort of refreshed. After all, sweating is detoxifying, right?
That said, now I’m more than ready for the mercury to drop. A clean slate and cool temps should encourage lots of creativity for the upcoming holidays. Stay tuned!
//Photo: Jennifer Price
