Everybody says that the way to get things done is to set yourself targets and goals.
Well, it seems as though that’s what everyone says anyway. I freely admit I really do need to get things done that I have been putting off for too long and so I am trying to listen to such advice.
So, I have five dolls on the go at the moment. I am working on all of them at once, having procrastinated quite long enough.
I have decided to set myself a goal of getting them done and dusted at last.
This is one of the five, not quite finished yet, made entirely of vintage stuff from my own collections…
My goal is to complete a doll a day for the next four days.
It’s half term next week, and life and lad tend to intrude on quiet making times during school holidays.
So by setting myself a do-able goal I am laying down a deadline and a challenge to myself to be disciplined.
It’s all part of a necessary girding of my loins (what exactly loin-girding involves I’m not entirely sure, but it sounds impressive) and pulling myself up by my bootstraps.
I am determined to be miserable, lazy, procrastinating and defeatist no longer.
I have signed up for a proper business course, to teach me some financial skills I feel I currently lack.
Rather than let the things I don’t know make me fearful or tearful, I have decided to confront them head-on.
Yesterday’s lovely bit of winter sunshine seemed like a nod and a wink that I was on the right track.
So, instead of lazing about or taking advantage of a lift, I took a lovely stomp down through the park, past burgeoning crocus flowers, to a previously-arranged lunch date with Jane of Goodlife Vintage and Maria of Sunshine – Lovely Vintage Stuff for You and Your Home.
It is early days, and these are but baby steps (albeit in the right direction.)
But I’m hopeful that, with a little help from my friends and a good attitude, a doll a day will keep the blues away. ♥
A Doll A Day keeps the creative juices flowing smoothly too, rather than in fits and starts. Bursts of creative energy in addition to the regular dollmaking will keep you making. I’m so glad you’re feeling more positive!
As I said before, I do realise that generally people are as happy as they decide to be. Instead of thinking about all the bad stuff, or the stuff that’s lacking, I’ve decided to concentrate on the good and work on my ability to address the not-so-good. And to not allow myself to get too isolated, because that’s the real killer when it comes to staying positive.
You go girl! I’m proud of you and I love the yellow dolly…of course, I love all your dolls!
Have a great week!
Thanks Jane! You too!
Good for you! The hardest part of any endeavor is just getting started. Once you start its easier to keep going. Your new doll is quite charming.
Sounds like fighting talk!! Feel the fear and do it anyway!!!! Also important not to beat yourself up if for some reason, you don’t complete your target 🙂 Hope you have a lovely week. xxxxxxx
She is such a lovely doll, and I’m so impressed with your plans.
I really need to get my head around this business stuff too, you go girl! X
Do you sell your dolls? I love the kitty ones and I have a granddaughter who would give them lots of love even thought she’s turning 14 she loves her special toys. Thanks so much and you can e-mail me below. Judy