Again, August wasn’t my most active month on the blog. I know I keep saying this, but more about that in the life update section!
I have read 100% more books than last month, which means two instead of one! To some of you, that might still not seem like a lot, but I am happy with it. My reading challenge is still on track and that hasn’t been the case in years around the same time.
- Stargirl by Geoff Johns – complete collection (3 stars)
I did not review the comic book, although it was a decent collection. It got confusing at times when the crossovers with the JSA, Titans, etc. were incomplete or out of order, but you definitely got a feel for the character and its history.
Again, major thanks to my friend Lois for gifting this one to me! - Burn Our Bodies Down by Rory Power (2 stars)
As per usual, click on the covers to get re-directed to Goodreads, where you are always welcome to add me as a reading buddy! My own reviews you’re able to find by clicking on the titles in the list above.
I announced last month that I would replace my art challenge with a fitness challenge and I am sad to say that I did not finish Chloe Ting’s 25 Day Hourglass-Challenge. The thing is, I had been lightly working out on the daily for months (pretty much since lockdown started), but this challenge was a whole other intensity. A lot of the exercises repeated themselves in multiple videos and it led to my knee getting bad again and my wrist getting strained from overuse (basically too much planking and kneeling). It was very frustrating, as I was hoping to finally see results, but I knew I had to stop and rest in order to not risk a more severe injury. I haven’t been working out for 3 weeks now and I am not happy with the situation, but also cautious about possible injuries while doing this alone at home … (Everything’s fine now and nothing hurts, just being wary)
I also haven’t been writing or blogging very regularly, I did, however, continue to draw whenever possible and inspiration struck. Feel free to follow me @katimpossibledraws on instagram. I’m really close to 300 followers and hope to get there in September.
A lot of people have suggested I open a shop or sell prints, open my account for commissions, but I honestly have to tell you that I don’t think I’ll do that. Drawing has kept me sane in this very strange time we are living in. I like drawing what I want whenever I want to and enjoy it not being connected to any sort of stress factors. I’m sorry if that disappoints people who were hoping to commission something, but I really need this to just be my zen place.
MY FAVOURITE THINGS
My favourite things this past month were 100% certain Apple shows that I enjoyed. One is called Little Voice and is about a struggling musician finding her voice. It has one of my favourite ever love interests. I was really team Samuel since day 1 and I adored the finale. It was created by Sara Bareilles and Jessie Nelson and features just a bunch of songs you’ll end up listening to on repeat. All 9 episodes are available on Apple TV+!
The other show I adore is Ted Lasso! I haven’t had such a perfect comfort show in a while, but this one is really IT. Starring Jason Sudeikis as American Football coach Ted Lasso, who takes on the position of manager of a UK football (meaning soccer) club. It’s hilarious and very much American optimism meets British pessimism. The characters and their dynamics and relationships are everything! If you want to be happy too, watch it! (It’s still ongoing, but half the season is out so far)
As per usual, I’ve unfortunately still not been as active as I would have liked to be on everyone else’s blog. If you are up for it, feel free to share one of your own posts that you consider one of your faves from this past month in the comments below! I’d love to check it out!!
MY OTHER POSTS
TV SHOW/MOVIE RELATED
- #CurrentlyWatching: Stargirl
- What I’ve Been (Binge-)Watching #39
- What I’ve Been (Binge-)Watching #40
So sorry to hear about your knee and wrist! I really hope they are getting better! Chloe Ting is a weird thing for me, I have had to take a step back from it as it was getting boring, repetitive and just made my work out routine seem almost impossible and dreading, not enjoyable. I have been doing other things and I have been loving my work out sessions again!
Hope you have a great September! ✨
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Thanks, they’re all good now. I am just a bit wary of getting back to it, because it seems like I don’t really know my limits haha
I actually found the repetitive patterns soothing. My body just didn’t enjoy them.
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A TV show involved with Sara Bareilles??? I’m tempted to get Apple TV for that alone. xD It looks so good!
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If you have the time, you could get the Apple TV free trial (which lasts 7 days) and binge it in that time, but I have enjoyed all Apple shows I have watched so far (which include The Morning Show, See, Home Before Dark and Ted Lasso aside from Little Voice) and I am looking forward to the things I still have marked for my watchlist.
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Sorry to hear that your knee and wrist were getting bad, I hope they get better, so you can do some light workouts again ❤ I’m not the most sporty person ever, but I finally got some running shoes this month to do jogging, so let’s hope I keep up with that habit 😄
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It’s all good now, I am just very cautious of not getting back to working out too soon. Running isn’t an option for me at all ahaha
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Chloe Ting’s workouts are honestly no joke. I’ve been doing workouts with my university gym through zoom (with my camera off) and I usually skip the planks because they really hurt my wrists too.
I totally get not doing commissions. Art is a hobby for me too and I’d hate to be pressured during a time like this. I hope September treats you well 🙂
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I loved the workout, because I really like a routine, even if it’s very repetitive, but it was just too much. I am thinking of getting wrist guards maybe, because skipping out on those all the time means skipping out on a third of the routine haha
I am glad you understand haha I feel like a lot of people don’t understand the kind of stress that’s involved with commissions. I love drawing, but I like the freedom I have.
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I hadn’t thought about wrist guards before! I think I’ll look into that too 🙂
The freedom is definitely the best part. It’s so relaxing to do something you love with no time constraints
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I am not sure if I’ll like the wrist guards, but some blog suggested it haha
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Oo I’m looking forward to hearing what you think about them then because it’s not something I’ve ever tried before either
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