Life by Jen

We are building a home. We have never built a home before and are fortunate enough to be creating the home we have always dreamed of. We are making this space just about as perfect as it could possibly be. And this is more work than I could have ever imagined! I’m not complaining though – I LOVE it!

But between homeschooling, building a home a day’s drive from where we are, and keeping up with work, life has been nothing short of busy. And, this suits me just fine. I am a naturally busy person. I am terrible at slowing down and doing nothing. I am an early riser who loves to wake up at 6:00 am (even on the weekends) when I can get things done in a quiet house. However, I am lacking a hobby. I am used to working out regularly, but a back injury has me sidelined at the moment. For the last 7 months, I haven’t been able to get into the gym (on doctor’s orders).

What I am lacking now is a hobby. I have plenty of work and chores to keep me busy. I have, by no means, run out of things I have to do. However, I need something to do for a little peace – a little unwinding. I even found myself googling “hobbies” and scouring Pinterest for ideas. I’ve not yet found something that lands, but I’m on the hunt! I love reading, but I’ve been so busy that sitting down with a book means falling asleep instantly. I love cooking, and do it multiple times a day, but I’m looking to get outside the kitchen. I love to sew, but my sewing machine is packing away in anticipation of moving.

I will keep looking! I would love a suggestion if anyone might have a line on a fun hobby.