Sometimes when I write, I get very confused. For the longest time I didn't know why. One day, as writer's block led to frustration, and frustration to serious self-criticism, I realized that I have the tendency to squeeze too many ideas into the same post. Eventually, recognizing the signs, I learned to sit back and ask myself, Lili, what's exactly your angle?
This evening, as I dragged my tired feet to the neighbourhood Coffee shop, to connect electronically with the world outside of my head, I had an epiphany! My presence in Toronto, had way too many angles! No wonder I felt as miserable as I did last night! Was I vacationing, looking after my child, or making money supply teaching? Each of these purposes entails a separate set of properties. Of course, it would be great if I could do all the above and remain sane, but I can't. Next time I pack my bags for Toronto, I will have much clearer objectives. Until then, I shall have another cookie!
