I Keep Trying

I keep trying to drink more coffee out of a pot or french press than coffee at a cute little shop.
I keep trying to pronounce the name of this smokey-cool tea from Avellino.
I keep trying to be artsy and take cook pictures.
I keep trying to reduce my carbon footprint by walking everywhere.
I keep trying to celebrate fall by making pumpkin things.
I keep trying to make our apartment cute with candles and blankets.
I keep trying to fix my bike on my own and have yet to really let it sink in that I just need a little help.
I keep trying to write a song that will send a message.
I keep trying to make good choices.
I keep trying to hide things that I am ashamed of.
I keep trying to be vulnerable.
I keep trying to post a blog that will tell everyone who cares enough to read this silly thing all the wonderful things I have experienced in the past couple of months working at the INN.
I keep trying to finish the hat Laura started teaching me how to make but have made very little progress in three days.
I keep trying to resist the urge to give in to life's demons.
I keep trying to be perfectly organized.
I keep trying to make the world around me a little better because I'm in it.

The reality is that it feels like I am trying really hard at a lot of things day to day - and it feels like I'm not gaining to much success.  But, nevertheless, I suppose it's important that I'm trying.  Maybe if I keep trying I'll accomplish something great.