You probably haven't noticed that I've not blogged very regularly these past weeks, and if that disappoints you, I apologize. There has been a major construction project going on in my front yard that has managed to drain most of my patience right out of me and sadly, has also compromised my sense of humor. I fear that cynicism will soon kick optimism's ass and leave this Funk in a permanent funk, the likes I've never known before.

To counter the bad attitude that is trying to take over my emotional well being, I decided to review some inspirational quotes with hopes that my spirits would be magically lifted and I would succeed in turning my surly outlook on things into something positive. Instead, I found myself uttering negative responses to each quote which only made me feel worst!

For example: "When one door of happiness closes, another opens, but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one that has been opened for us." ~ Helen Keller
Of course you couldn't see the door that had been opened for you, Helen. You were blind.

Happiness does not consist in pastimes and amusements but in virtuous activities. ~ Aristotle
Pastimes and amusements probably didn't even exist during your day, Ari, so of course you would say that.

"Happiness is not achieved by the conscious pursuit of happiness; it is generally the by-product of other activities." Aldous Huxley
Right, Aldo. Did you come up with this one as a result of the 'other activities' you pursued, like taking psychedelics or growing that alternative tobacco product in your father's botanical laboratory?

I'll stop there, dear reader, because I think I've made my point. The Funk is in a funk and needs to get out of it. Suggestions?

Be well, stay happy, and as always

Funk, out!