Charles E. Burchfield, Journals, December 5, 1914

It seems to me as if I had not been observing nature much of late. Of course the city is cramping but I have not been deriving my customary enjoyment out of the air & sky. Today is one of a gray sky and cold snappy air. I wish I could understand myself.

To dance last night with Duke. I was keyed up to the highest pitch and danced wildly and hilariously. I could not reconcile such a mood as the one in which I wander aimlessly over the fields (the latter which I want to feel is my natural one).