My Best Life: Exploring Hobbies

Last Week’s Strategy

Last week I spent some time seeking out peaceful moments for myself. I think overall, I was quite successful! I spent a significant amount of time reading, had a few bubblebaths, and I was even able to nap (twice) this past weekend. Although the success in napping may be due to the fact that I’ve been sick… but still, I’m rarely ever able to nap.

I would like to continue this strategy of seeking out moments of peace. It will be especially important once the baby arrives.

This Week’s Strategy

Lately I’ve had a desire to commit some more time to some of my hobbies. This must be due to the fact that I had some time to myself last week, so I’ve been able to reflect on what I love to do (sewing, gardening, and baking). I would like to spend some more time engaging in these activities. I would also like to spend more time teaching myself how to knit. It’s been a while since I picked up my knitting needles and with a baby on the way, there’s no better time to recline in a chair with a good 80’s movie and practice this craft.

It’s funny how when life gets busy, we drop the things we love. I’m sure our sanity would be preserved if we didn’t do this! What hobbies do you participate in? How do you find and/or make the time to do them?

Jennifer Bly

Author of My Kitchen, My Classroom: An Introduction to Homeschool and creator of The Deliberate Mom. Jennifer writes about parenting, homeschooling, her faith, and life with her husband and two girls. Jennifer has a Bachelor of Applied Human Service Administration Degree with a specialization in Early Learning in Child Care.