Blogged out • Project Vegan: Part 2 | Day 2 + 3

Dear Internet Friends,

I recently read an post on Rosemary of Elephants, which flitted around the idea of writer's block and an obligatory blogging routine. I commented with what was probably a tad too much enthusiasm, writing along the lines of how I had too much to say, all the time, and that condensing my thoughts into a non-rambling post was a challenge. I know what makes a piece of writing engaging: no matter how widespread or comprehensive your content is, it's absolutely necessary to tie everything together, delivering a clear message at the end. If subjects are too scattered, the meaning behind your post will be diffused, leaving your words less worthwhile, less unique, less memorable.

Anyway, after I commented, I went about my day. Then I came home and recorded my eats. The post composition screen was looking extremely empty at that point - an introductory paragraph was lacking, my traditional 'Thoughts' section succeeding the list of meals was empty... I had nothing to say? Was I blogged out?

I decided to save this post and see what wonderful thoughts I would come up with the next day (today). Turns out, that was a wise move. Here I am today, typing wildly, thoughts pouring out of my... Fingers? Brain? Well, I'm typing with my fingers... idk. Here I am, typing wildly, unable to contain my fervour for sharing my experience with blogger's block yesterday. It's undoubtedly a lovely feeling to have recovered from that! So without further ado, here's yesterday's menu:

Breakfast

Sourdough raisin toast, unsweetened soy milk, orange

Lunch

Last night's leftover stir-fry + peppers + noodles

So hot, yet so fresh. Doesn't sound like I'm talking about food hahah. Ok ima stop. That's immature.


Snack
Red Delicious apple, salted mini pretzels, I was offered chocolate and accepting is the only socially sufficient response...

Dinner
Red rice, tofu + carrot stew, pak choy


And...
Unsweetened soy milk

Thoughts:

Like the intro, I'm writing this on Day 3. Here's a combined pic of a few scribbles from yesterday afternoon:

(From top left, clockwise)

1. Simple scribble technique

2. Floral scribble

3. Insects & spiders scribble

4. My reference

It was incredibly satisfying to be back in the studio - I'd been off art since the beginning of summer, since the start of July. That irreplaceable feeling you get from evaluating tones in front of you while adjusting your line weight by refining your wrist and finger movements - basically, drawing - ah, I LOVE IT!

P.S. - If you happen to have clicked on my link to Rosemary of Elephants, and if you happen to comment there, do drop in a word of how I linked you there! I'd appreciate it dearly - she may check out Thoughts by Jaaananannn in return, and who knows, perhaps guest-blogging in the future? Collab-blogging? Is that a thing? (Thank you)

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Day 3

Breakfast

Kiwis, mixed grain toast + soy butter, unsweetened soy milk

SWIMMING ASSESSMENT. OFFICIALLY TIRED NOW.

Lunch

Baby spinach, roasted beet, avocado, Mandarin orange and walnut salad w/ blueberry pomegranate dressing | Dressed Salads ; five-grain bread

The phone screenshot on the right shows the new Dressed app, in which you scan the QR Code from your receipt and collect points! I earned 9 points from my purchase today; it's like a modern version of a stamp card. To give you an idea of what can be redeemed, 70 points wins you a free Artisan Sandwich, 80 for a free Hot Pressed Panini, 100 for a free Chef Designed or Custom Pasta, and 120 gets you a free Chef Designed or Custom Salad. The app also helps you find the nearest stores and lets you order online! Users can upload pictures to the communal Gallery as well, just for some on-the-go food porn! I forecast myself using this app very frequently in the near future :)

Snack

Dark chocolate coated digestives | Marks & Spencer ; Granny Smith apple

Dinner

Fusilli w/ Portobello mushroom, mixed bell peppers, broccoli, onion and olive oil

Something to keep me going... Revising...

Granola Crunch energy bar (organic, vegan, with 18g protein!) | PureFit

Yes, this was Saturday and Sunday. It's Thursday today. I'm sorry for putting off this post. But you gotta admit the pictures are mouthwatering :)

Jan out.