Writing and reading

Hey there,

I have to say, I had one of the best weekends ever. And that is good to say, especially since I really thought I was going to drive down to Washington D.C. on a whim and then was really bummed when the reality of money/time/work came into play.

I got a pleasant surprise from a talented friend of mine. A package in the mail with a book and homemade soap. Seriously, she is one of my heroes. The book you may ask... was Hector and the Search for Happiness by Francois Lelord. And because my friend is so awesome and because I'm not really feeling the The Golden Notebook yet (I told myself that I would give it to 150 pages before I give up) I started reading it right away and finished within a few hours. And I enjoyed it! It reminded me a little of The Alchemist but in search of ..well, happiness (duh).

It was interesting to have the idea of happiness broken down into a list and formulas. Many of the points I agreed with. The story didn't blow my mind, though it got me thinking (and confirmed a few things as well). This never ending search for happiness isn't pointless, but rather hopeless in a way. I decided that when I have a fleeting moment of happiness, I will try to cherish it. Because in general, I have it pretty good in my life (knock on wood!).

And just to keep myself in check, I started to write again. On anything-whatever pops in my head and though most of it is in stream of consciousness, I'm just gonna go with it. I feel that it's good for me especially now. Much like this blog, har har.

I also started A Visit From the Goon Squad. It is turning out to be a great start (I can't say that about most books I start reading). The novel has characters that work at a record label and it has me nostalgic for my music times in San Diego (no, I never worked at a label, but thought one day I would).