June 30, 2006
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Tired And Busy And Slow
(an odd trio of delights)
I am tired to the core.
I am tired in that sad way where nothing piques my interest enough to move me
and yet I fail to enjoy being at rest.
I fidget and dither
I vibrate from the boredom.
I wonder if my error is in the effort to do everything
or in my failure to slow down often enough?
When I get overwhelmed (and I do) I rarely write about it because words fail me when I feel this way.
But I am choosing to share my feelings this time because I want to put all the pieces of myself here; I don’t want to edit who I am for the sake of interest or beauty.
Today I am tired and busy and slow.
the end.
Comments (41)
I swear there’s something in the water today. I’ve been feeling that way ALL DAY..the tired to the core part, and so has my dog. Weird.
I think we all feel that way sometimes. Sometimes you have to go ahead and do stuff anyway because of obligations. Other times you can just go with it and not do anything at all. Waste the day. Rejuvenate somehow by letting your battery run down to total zero. I hate that feeling but I’ve learned it goes away on its own.
Yep, you look tired. Get some rest. And staying with the dog theme, I will put the profile pic of my Brittany.
Awesome!
Hope you are having a wonderful Friday, and a great Fourth of July Weekend.
Hugs, Tricia
Thanks for sharing this. I was one of those naive souls who thought (when I first met you) that your days were always bright and fun and full of energy. When comparing and sharing it is really nice to hear our humaness. You are a dear human. Sending rays of love your way. May you feel cozy and enveloped in their light and warmth. :heartbeat: :sunny: :heartbeat:
Are you the kind of tired and bored where its because you wish you were doing something else?
I agree with nancygoat. Some of us have a hard time sharing our down times. I know I rarely talk about anything that is getting me down to the point that some people have the mistaken view that I don’t have down days. It really does complete the true picture when we can be brave enough to open up and share! Thanks for the post….hope tomorrow’s full of a bit more sunshine for ya!
I am also beyond bone deep weary…….
Melissa: I wish I knew…
I feel the same way some times. It’s like my soul just wants to let out a sigh.
Hey…I really understand. Earlier this week; I wrote that I had no words and I felt disconnected. I wish I knew the answers but *sigh* perhaps there are none… we really didn’t want to hear that; did we?
know that you are adored by many and loved by all…:heartbeat:
Hope the clouds lift soon.
we :heartbeat: you Julie. Thanks for sharing your down days, it is nice to see your human side. But I hope you cheer up soon! :sunny:
I know exactly how you feel…and the words haven’t failed you because you’ve eloquently put them right here in this post. I suppose it would be a dull life and we wouldn’t learn much if we were always happy and never sad…or vice versa. Sometimes life is just too much work, even though we have no desire to ever end it. “This too, shall pass”… :heartbeat:
and even though you look tired your pic is stunning. you are very beautiful, even when worn out!
*hugs* Sorry that you are feeling that way too. Maybe I am catchy? Not good…not good at all. lol
yeah. i hear you. i heart you, too.
I like the picture in motion.
Somedays, I feel your pain… Feel better soon.
:heartbeat: We all go there! I usually don’t share all the negative stuff either,just lately I am beyond overwhelmed and needed to.
Me too Julie. It is hard to be someone with big feelings. Big feelings are not selective. Thank you for the sharing all of you. You are lovely in all your selves.
I have been feeling very tired and a bit restless/disconnected myself lately. I wonder too if it is because of the “do everythings” that plague me. I am trying very hard to slow a bit, but it is not easy for me. Try to rest well, recharge. (((Hugs)))
I felt that way yesterday, too. I cried some; I sighed; I took a nap. Nothing seemed to do the trick. It all seems a little better today. Hope it’s better for you, too.:heartbeat::heartbeat:
Beautiful photo, though. I’ve got allergy junk like mad, so that probably accounts for my own tired. That and staying up to make 6 cakes for a late holiday order.
I have an idea! Come make bread with me! And cakes and cookies!… On the other hand, that would probly make ya tireder.
Here’s another idea. Maybe you’re just tired? On the other hand, did you run out of crack? :heartbeat:
aw querida! :heartbeat: i send you all the sunshine and bubbles i can muster. you are the brightest star I have ever met and i havent even met you in person yet. You are an inspiration to all around you to all ends of the earth, even to people who may not know that you are here. you are a blessing. you are a jewel. and i (we all) LOVE you love you love you.
despite the thorns the rose is still considered to be one of the most beautifulest flowers in the world.
we love you Julie
oh yes we do
we love you Julie
and we’ll be true
when you’re not blogging
we’re blue
oh Julie we love you!!
:sunny:
Awww…we all have those times. Hope you get perky soon!
Initial thrills don’t last too long. The the bout of interest settles down and all that’s left is the work. Well, with a few thrills along the way, but more work.
I feel that way too!!
I’ve been feeling that way too, in fact I linked to you in my blog today—hope that’s OK. I hate admitting it because on days like that I judge myself as being too lazy and too spoiled and all kinds of other things. But that isn’t really true (at least most of the time) and it helps to know that so many others go through this as well.
(((hugs))) Take a break, you certainly deserve it. Hope you’re feeling more on track, soon.
tired, busy, slow, and beautiful!
may you find the strength within yourself, or soak it up from that which surrounds you. I’ve felt what you are feeling, I know how hard it is to find words in that moment. You did wonderfully.
It’s said that creativity and energy comes in peaks and valleys, and the valleys are just as important as the peaks. Rest. Rejuvenate, renew. It’s ok. (-:
I got/enjoyed your email, and have lots to write you back…sorry it’s’ taking awhile…husband has been downloading stuff the past two days, 9rendering computer too full up to get into my webmail) had market day today, and daughter’s birthday is tomorrow…and I will get back to you later this holiday weekend. Happy 4th!
I was reading about the amazing things that can occur when you get a rare combination of a state of relaxation and high energy together…this was from Margo Anad’s “the Art of Sexual Magic…”
now…how to do that? :littlekiss::sunny:feel better soon!
You sound like you’re a restless tired. The kind that sleep doesn’t fix completely. I feel so disconnected at times. Sometimes I never figure out why. Sending blessings your way. :heartbeat:
Your picture is beautiful. You look so human and motherly. Being a mother is the most exhilerating experience but can also be the most tiring.
I appreciate your honesty. I hope the fatigue lifts and your are left feeling lighter.
That photo just captures it perfectly. I have felt that way so many times. This will pass, my love.
Hi there, hope u r resting today and just doing what you wanna do. Thanks for stopping by my site…. I have added you. Hope that is ok! I notice we visit some of the same xanga friends too! Take care!
Hey, I can relate too. I think mine is an inability to let go of things I can’t control even though I know I can’t do anything to change them. I love your blog.
You do so much all the time…
slowing down is hard to do sometimes…
to keep moving sometimes feels overwhelming…
it’s a ‘do-ers kinda of limbo,
and it’s uncomfortable…
Speak your thoughts,
vent a little,
ramble,
whatever you need to do - it’s good for you!
………….candle, nice mellow music and a claw foot tub a glass of wine do sometimes help…
I feel something sparkly coming your way! *HUGS!*
Kimberly
P.s…….. I Love your picture!!!
… it’s real, people relate to you because you keep being ‘real’ and it’s nice to see that you are not super woman 100%, only 99% – helps us other 99% -ers be able to relate to you better – and not hold out head in shame hehehe!
when you hide your realness we no longer know you, the real you…. and never be afraid to be you, never change… alter, or sugar coat… never ever fail yourself by doing so… don;t be a cookie cutter person… Say what you have to say… so you a ho-hum day. You still inspire me! 
K~
I like your motion pic,
I dunno what it is, is it the water?
I have a special appreciation for those kinds of feelings. I hope they are temporary.