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