When I am having a rough day there are a few things that help me relax. One of those things in sewing! I also love crafty things like making cards, knitting, painting. I am thankful that God gave me the desire and some ability to be creative. I have a long ways to go but, I LOVE to learn hands on.
When I was a little girl I used to watch my mama paint, build crafts, wreaths and many other things. I used to roll my eyes or wonder why she enjoyed it so much. The older I've gotten the more I see why!! I'm sure there were many nights when she worked diligently to stay sane!!
Today I sat and cut out patterns for a purse. No tv. No music. Just me, scissors, fabric and my machine. It calms me.
I know that Jesus is our ultimate Comforter. I am wondering about other secondary things that help you!
So, what calms you...keeps you sane? 
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Mmmmm……fabric……sewing….other textiles………and then there is shopping for fabric and new patterns……We have to have the fabric road trip SOON!
And I get the “not getting it when you were a kid”. My Mom was the same way. Sewing all of the time, knitting, etc….. they were definitely skills I had NO desire to learn how to do.
Now I love the process and sharing the end product with those I love. So what bag did you make? I have a great new one from Melly and Me. The Sherbet purse. Cute.
I just make it up as I go. That’s how I’ve done them all since the first you helped me with. I need to get the pattern for the purse you made me though. It’s my favorite style so far! I’m all for road trips!!!
No better way to get out anxiety/anger/frustration than a good hard workout at the gym. I don’t love the process, but I love that during the workout I can’t really think about what’s bothering me, and afterward, some of that pent-up energy is gone.
I wish I had this hobby…It sure would help. When I am frustrated I also like to clean. 🙂
Now THAT’S a habit I need to get!
I love to just relax in front of the old tv and watch a good show or movie. But one of my Favorite things to do is cook. I could watch Food Network all day! I get so many ideas and so much inspiration to try new recipes. Just like you watched your mom do crafty thing and rolled your eyes, I spent my childhood watching my mom cook (for a living) and not having much interest in it. Now it’s a passion we both share. Not only is it calming, but hopefully, it has a yummy outcome 🙂
That’s a great pass time Torrie!! I wish I could cook better! I am really going to make an effort this year to learn new dishes. I feel like I cook the same things over and over!
music
tv escape
quality time with a close friend
a long tight hug from someone i love
I do love some quality time with my best girlfriend! I see your Love Languages are quality time and physical touch!
I like to read to stay calm. I also pray. Am enjoying your site , God Bless
Do you still blog at xanga?
Reading and music are about the only things guaranteed to calm me. Although, sometimes a good rant (even if God is the only one listening, which is usually the case) does too. Of course, I sometimes write the rant down too, painful hurting hand and all. LOL.