FEBRUARY ROUND UP! — Robin Constantine

A monthly digest of what I’ve been up to, what I’m excited about, and cool things I want to share!

How is it the end of February? Seriously. I know they say as you get older time moves fast, but sheesh, time, can we put the brakes on just a little? So, here’s what I’ve been up to in the shortest month of the year:

1. Folly Beach retreat. Writing is a solitary activity most of the time. The danger in that, is feeling alone in all the crazy moments that come along with working in a creative business. I’m so grateful to have an amazing group of women who have become more than “writing pals” to me, they’ve become friends. I’ve had a challenging few years when it comes to my writing career, and during this retreat I honestly felt like something was lifted. I know that sounds really woo-woo, but being at the beach, and surrounded by such inspiring and creative friends truly filled the well in a way I haven’t felt in a while. I think I need to write more beach stories!

2. The Storyteller: Tales of Life and Music by Dave Grohl. “Sometimes I forget that I’ve aged.” is the first line of this heartfelt book. (also, same Dave, same) I ADORED this! I went in expecting cool stories from the music industry, but was completely blown away by how much he shared about his early years growing up in Virginia, his time in multiple bands before Nirvana and Foo Fighters and the many stories of his family, and how he became the person he is today. This isn’t just a book, it’s a love letter to music, family and a life of following your passion. Bonus: The audio book is read by Dave himself and it felt like he was in the car with me on a long road trip, just shooting the breeze. Highly recommended!!

3. Figment Popcorn Bucket! Figment is one of my favorite characters from the Disney Parks. He’s the unofficial mascot of Epcot and was featured prominently in the original “Journey into Imagination” ride. Some present day park goers don’t get the popularity of “that purple dinosaur”. But if you know, you know. Disney promoted the popcorn bucket on social media a few days before the opening of Epcot Festival of the Arts, and by the first weekend, the popcorn bucket was sold out. There were pictures and videos of people waiting in five-hour lines. And by people, I don’t mean me. I was lucky enough to get him in the second wave, when you could order him up through the mobile app. Happy Valentine’s Day to me!

4. Reinventing Anna. Have you seen this? Julia Garner gives a stunning performance as Anna Delvey/Sorokin, the fake German heiress who conned the elite in NYC. It’s a fascinating story, and halfway through I wondered why I was rooting for Anna? Maybe it’s easy to understand the desire to want to be taken seriously? Or maybe it’s the voyeuristic appeal of seeing people drop thousands on a trip or a meal, as if it were a five-dollar cup of coffee? The cast is fantastic - I especially loved journalist Vivian (played by Anna Chlumsky) and the crew in “Scriberia” and would love a ride or die like Neff. This was one of those “let me just check this out for ten minutes” shows that you end up watching three episodes of before you even realize it. If you have some free time, definitely check it out on Netflix!

5. Training for a 10K. I’m participating in a 10K in April and have been putting in my weekly miles. It’s been nice becoming more active, and I love getting out in the fresh air and sunshine. It really boosts the mood! Came across this little guy on one of my walks. Nature is so restorative! Just make sure to slather on the sunscreen!

One thing I’m looking forward to in March: LINE EDITS!!

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