I think I may be experiencing something similar, but I at least
know what the cause really is. I have several projects that
I have been putting off because I know they will be tedious
and not particularly challenging/interesting. But as the
end of the year approaches, I find that I have to get the things
done that I said I would get done. So grunt work it is for the
rest of the year.
Unfortunately, I don't have any suggestions for a good project
for you, but then, I don't have any for myself either.
Good luck and Merry Coding,
Scott