I love this reminder. Hobbies can change through the seasons of life but they don’t have to disappear. My husband and I sat down to paint with the kids in November and it was so relaxing. He ended up getting watercolor supplies for Christmas so he can do it in his free time! (Whenever that is…)
I hear that! Making time, finding time, manifesting time - it takes intention and creativity and sheer luck! I hope he prioritizes it and enjoys it. Maybe he can do it with the kids. I find when I do something often enough in front of my kids they get bored with it and I can sneak in a little more time :)
So thoughtful, Danielle. Thank you for sharing your poetic pros. I’m inspired! You touched on several of my hobbies (art: watercolor, music: guitar/ukulele) but I would also add anything in the kitchen for a fun hobby. The stakes can be low here, too (I.e.; pop some popcorn and make a variety tray of fruit, nuts, and cheese for family movie night) or more elaborate (I.e.; scroll for an inspiring reel of fancy food, pull out all ingredients and give it a whirl! Last night I boiled pasta, pan fried chicken cutlets and then made a tasty mushroom, sundried tomato, spinach, cream sauce for the top). What the kids do: easy tasks during that meal like counting grapes for each plate, fetching things from the cupboard and of course, taste testing!
The kitchen as a creative and consistent hobby is a GREAT idea! What excellent suggestions that are easy but elevated. And I want to join for dinner at your house - my mouth is watering reading this.
This is a good reminder to play. I forget this a lot. I’m not a photographer but I have had this idea for a while to try to document all the trees on our property in Colorado. We live nestled among hundreds of trees and it would probably be practically impossible to take photos of them all, but I like the reminder to try something even if you fail at it. Now that I think about it, when we move back to civilization this year, those photos may be just the tonic I’m looking for.
I could not love this more! A tree project! A project that is without a deadline or a performance expectation is wonderful. Plus, being immersed in nature for the photography sounds so lovely. I imagine the forced attention and recognition of the details of each tree can bring its own fun and restoration, too. And what a special collection and memento you will have to remember your special piece of land when you live elsewhere.
I was sharing with my friend last year that I was doing things I was bad at... on purpose.... and it was initially met with horror! But so true, right? To change the definition of success and shift the mindset to play is a key element of a hobby to me. I can't wait to read about this if you start the hobby!
My husband loves a good 1,000 piece puzzle. I prefer. . . 300 piece ones. :) Just right for me to do in one day (with many interruptions) and my oldest can help too. Maybe one day I'll graduate to 500 pieces!
I agree! Satisfaction with progress is a special kind of satisfaction and we don't have enough avenues to pursue this feeling in our lives. I hope you have something, or begin to look for something, that is low stakes and fun for you!
I love this reminder. Hobbies can change through the seasons of life but they don’t have to disappear. My husband and I sat down to paint with the kids in November and it was so relaxing. He ended up getting watercolor supplies for Christmas so he can do it in his free time! (Whenever that is…)
I hear that! Making time, finding time, manifesting time - it takes intention and creativity and sheer luck! I hope he prioritizes it and enjoys it. Maybe he can do it with the kids. I find when I do something often enough in front of my kids they get bored with it and I can sneak in a little more time :)
So thoughtful, Danielle. Thank you for sharing your poetic pros. I’m inspired! You touched on several of my hobbies (art: watercolor, music: guitar/ukulele) but I would also add anything in the kitchen for a fun hobby. The stakes can be low here, too (I.e.; pop some popcorn and make a variety tray of fruit, nuts, and cheese for family movie night) or more elaborate (I.e.; scroll for an inspiring reel of fancy food, pull out all ingredients and give it a whirl! Last night I boiled pasta, pan fried chicken cutlets and then made a tasty mushroom, sundried tomato, spinach, cream sauce for the top). What the kids do: easy tasks during that meal like counting grapes for each plate, fetching things from the cupboard and of course, taste testing!
The kitchen as a creative and consistent hobby is a GREAT idea! What excellent suggestions that are easy but elevated. And I want to join for dinner at your house - my mouth is watering reading this.
This is a good reminder to play. I forget this a lot. I’m not a photographer but I have had this idea for a while to try to document all the trees on our property in Colorado. We live nestled among hundreds of trees and it would probably be practically impossible to take photos of them all, but I like the reminder to try something even if you fail at it. Now that I think about it, when we move back to civilization this year, those photos may be just the tonic I’m looking for.
Thank you for writing this.
I could not love this more! A tree project! A project that is without a deadline or a performance expectation is wonderful. Plus, being immersed in nature for the photography sounds so lovely. I imagine the forced attention and recognition of the details of each tree can bring its own fun and restoration, too. And what a special collection and memento you will have to remember your special piece of land when you live elsewhere.
I was sharing with my friend last year that I was doing things I was bad at... on purpose.... and it was initially met with horror! But so true, right? To change the definition of success and shift the mindset to play is a key element of a hobby to me. I can't wait to read about this if you start the hobby!
My husband loves a good 1,000 piece puzzle. I prefer. . . 300 piece ones. :) Just right for me to do in one day (with many interruptions) and my oldest can help too. Maybe one day I'll graduate to 500 pieces!
I say that is a hobby! 300 pieces counts for sure. That sounds fun.
I also love this reminder! Especially that it should be low stakes. Just play/ try and get satisfaction from the doing and learning as you go.
I agree! Satisfaction with progress is a special kind of satisfaction and we don't have enough avenues to pursue this feeling in our lives. I hope you have something, or begin to look for something, that is low stakes and fun for you!