Since I depend on review materials my review output
dwindles as well.
So, I have to keep myself busy writing, drawing, doing
chores around the house, exercising, shopping with my wife, visiting friends and
having them visit us, spending more time with my family, reading and generally keeping
busy so I won’t go out of my mind.
For years I worked in the advertising field as a graphic designer. Deadlines ruled and stress was at a premium.
I was an idea guy.
My mind never shut off. I was constantly
coming up with new ideas, approaches and projects. As a result my attention span and patience
were short.
Even today it is not uncommon for me to be reading four or
five books at the same time, working on art project, designing book covers for
a writer friend of mine or cataloging my large comic book, toy and other assorted
pop culture collectibles.
I simply can’t sit still for very long. There are too many things to do, learn and
experience.
Is it any wonder that when review material sporadically
shows up that my lack of patience and easy boredom level flare up?
My only consolation is that eventually things will go
back to normal with a semi-regular flow of review material showing up. Until then I’ll slowly, methodically and
inevitably go out of my mind!