Somehow, I am exhausted

I can honestly say that I've had a very easy quarter, in terms of homework and obligations, I don't have very many. This is a great way to start out the school year, especially considering that last year was nothing short of a disaster, not just in my school life but in my personal life as well. I havent had any horrible all-nighters or mental breakdowns, and have somehow seemed to wing every test and paper that I have been assigned.

Until now. I have two paintings due at 2:00, neither are done, and I am completely stuck. And exhausted. I am writing this blog to make a point: just because my major isn't science, or English, or something that involves much reading and busy work, doesn't mean that I don't have major difficulties with my assignments.

I love art. I love painting. I love drawing. But just like when one is writing a paper, and can't figure out how to convey their point, when I can't figure out how to paint an object, I become frustrated too. And it really is hard work! My friends think it makes me feel better when they tell me that they'd rather paint than work on some paper, but they don't realize that it takes the same amount of energy to produce a piece as it does to cram for a difficult test.

I don't know why this is challenging me so much, but I called it quits last night. We'll see how critique goes. Maybe coming back to it another day will give me fresh eyes. I just hope my teacher and classmates are merciful...