I Look Across the Water

Rome is itself a museum. There is sculpture, graffiti, poetry in every cobble-stoned place. It's such a beautiful city..so where is my inspiration? I have been sick, and a little tired, and bemoaning my lack of progress. And then during art history, Pier Paolo spoke of Michelangelo and the "non finito" issue. I'll explain. Michelangelo was known for his unfinished works. When he encountered a flaw, or a deficiency in himself, he often gave up his work and turned to something new. In his youth he was better at persevering but with age, he slipped into laziness (sorry dude, I had to say it). The "non finito" issue is one which I know well. If my writing feels subpar, I eat some chocolate and go for a walk, closing my computer for days at a time. And sometimes, you need the distraction. But I'm growing up! I need to keep on keeping on. And so, I will learn from Signore Buonarroti and write something brilliant. Ci provo.