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Finally back in Toronto. I was beginning to feel quite transient toward the end there. I'm suffering from a bit of Holiday burnout and am trying to get things back to normal. I need to jump right back into work but I'm still catching up on sleep. I'd be sleeping right now if I could. I drew and read lots in Halifax and the train. The biggest shift in reading is rediscovering good, old fashioned adventure stories. Long my favorite kind of stories I've not picked one up in ages and discovered some new ones on the trip. R.M. Ballantyne's The coral Island being the biggest revelation.
There were some down points to the Holiday. The biggest being a friend in Toronto passed away suddenly and unexpectedly. I still can't believe it. But it was wonderful to see family and friends after a long absence. It left me feeling conflicted. As much as I like Toronto I've come to realize it will never feel like home. I've developed a theory that it has to do with water. Living by the ocean or by a river is great but a lake just sits there, it isn't alive in the same way as moving water is. I think I miss living waters.
I feel the same way about water. Also about mountains... which seriously limits where I can feel homelike.
Never having been to NS, I can't comment on its attributes, but Toronto is nice enough (cousins live there) for extended stays.
I can't believe how quickly Henry is growing! Glad your holiday was good, sorry to hear about your friend. Losing someone is always painful, but especially so when they are young and it is unexpected.
You are a very beautiful writer and I think you should consider an illustrated novel some day vs. a comic.
Yeah, it's an unexpected feeling Evan and I feel kind of limited too. I'm sure people feel the same about mountains, dessert, sandy beaches etc. You really become a part of your landscape in a sense. I do love Toronto and I'm grateful for this opportunity to be in a big city for a time. The people are wonderful and I'm fascinated by the layers of history.
Thanks Fearless, it turned out to be an undiagnosed heart condition. The memorial is today. Such a shock.
Thanks Gabe, maybe Doppo?? I'm finding it hard to decide the best ways to tell stories....
I'm sorry to hear about your loss, that's very tough to deal with in a time already full of increased emotions.
I am glad to hear that your Holiday had some high points with family and friends and even some time to think (it seems).
I hope the best for you and your family throughout the New Year.
Thanks Michael!