Painting and such

This weekend provided little time for experimenting, but I did have some time to explore some interests.
First up--painting. I discovered long ago that I cannot paint abstract art because I am too literal, I also cannot paint literal things because I am not disciplined enough to be gifted at making an apple look like an apple. So, in an effort to keep things literal and not be frustrated I am working on one of those really detailed paint by numbers.
Benefits: It looks like the picture when I am done. Also, I have freedom to ad lib a little bit and I get to mix paints=messy, I ALWAYS like messy.
Cons: I have to sit--for a long time. I sit so often at work that my shoulders start to hurt pretty quickly from leaning over the canvas.
Overall, I do like this one, but I doubt I could do it as my constant hobby. Half an hour here and there is nice, but it involves so little movement. If I was working a job that kept me on my feet I may enjoy this a little more. One thing that has always been true about me, though, is that I very much enjoy seeing progress in my tasks. When activities are too obtuse or long term, I get discouraged, feeling as though I never make progress. That is not true with painting. I feel progress at the end of every session.
Maybe I'll dabble in some more advanced painting after this, but for now, this gives me a sense of accomplishment.