Lately, my daily routine goes like this — I attend a design class from 10 in the morning until 1 in the afternoon.

Lately, I’ve been constantly wondering what I’m really capable of doing. I know I can’t keep living like this forever, so next year, I think I’ll have to get a part-time job to keep things going.

Even in the midst of an anxious daily life, autumn quietly arrives. A cool breeze begins to blow, and though the days are still warm, the nights feel gentle—just cool enough to enjoy a blanket without discomfort. In those fleeting moments, I find myself feeling unexpectedly happy.

“I’ve been working on a calendar to sell as a digital download whenever I have time. Thankfully, I managed to stick to my plan and finish 12 illustrations by September 😊. If all goes well, I’m planning to release it on Etsy and Payhip sometime in October.

Originally, I was planning to look for a part-time job starting next March. But once my current 2D design class ends in November, I’ve decided to continue with 3D design and video editing courses. They’re government-funded programs, and the tuition—which would normally cost around $3,500—is completely free. The part-time job I’m doing now has very short hours, so I don’t earn much. If I take on another job next year, I might not be able to attend these classes, even if I want to.
So after a lot of thinking, I went ahead and signed up anyway—figuring it’s best to learn while I still have the chance, even if things feel uncertain. 😊 Now that I’m in my mid-40s, I realize just how quickly time flies.



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