Things I enjoy
Anything to do with body, mind and spirit
I am inspired by cats
Nature, plants and botanicals
Days out in the countryside
Bustling, vibrant cities
Market Towns
Farmer’s Markets
Eating healthily
Growing herbs
Walking
I am an alchemist! I like to make soap, soup, bake bread and pastries and cake, jams and jellies
Learning new crafts
Natural fabrics and fibres
Good quality paper, watercolour paper and handmade paper
Making cross-stitch samplers
Reading
Writing
Taking photos
Blogging
Reading blogs
Philosophy
Paganism and Green Magic
In addition to this there are so many new things I want to try and do including:
Wood Carving
Lino cutting and printing
Bookbinding
Crochet with alpaca yarn
Celebrate the seasons more
Learn to spin and dye yarn
As you can see, I am not short of finding enjoyable things to occupy my time. Next time I am in the wilderness of apathy, I will revisit this list and see what I can tick off from it. Do you have a list of things you enjoy to do?
I am glad you are feeling a little more positive and able to think of enjoyable things. Though I haven't actually sat down and written such a list my list might be quite similar to yours I suspect. I have done spinning and dyeing using natural dyes so I wish I lived nearer to you as I could help you with that one on your new things to try list!
ReplyDeleteI do and many of them I share with you Simone!!
ReplyDeleteThat's quite a list, it should keep you busy for a while.
One thing that stood out for me on your list is baking, we need to see some more of your baking Simone!!
Vivienne x
Such a good idea to write a list of not only the things you enjoy doing but things you would like to try, always good to have a little challenge!
ReplyDeleteLisa x
I think it's time for me to write a lists, I like yours.
ReplyDeleteSome of the things in your list would go on my 'things I enjoy' list, too! Love your lavender photo:)
ReplyDeleteLike you I enjoy reading, walking, the countryside, taking photos, blogging and making things by hand. I always try to do one of these everyday, it helps me to relax and enjoy life more.
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea. I too have a list of things I want to do but I have never made a list of things I enjoy doing.
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I wonderful list, Simone. Spend time doing what you enjoy. I know it's hard to do. Time has a way of getting away from me and being eaten up by other things, but if we try to be conscious of making time to do what we enjoy we'll be able to fit more into the days. Or so I'm hoping!
ReplyDeleteAlpaca yarn is wonderful to work with.
ReplyDeleteHi Simone,
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog (via Rosie).
I am new to blogging, and love reading others too.. great for inspiration, and cheering me up!
Your list is perfect. Go for it - still a little bit of summer left?
Jessica.
Dear Simone,
ReplyDeleteHaving just got back from holidays today I simply wanted to tell you your beautiful bracelet brought me much joy and graced the southern coast of glorious Brittany perfectly. Thank you.
Stephanie
Hi i'm nominating you for a award tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteWhat a good idea to spend some writing down things you like to do. I have many things I enjoy that I haven't done for some time also. Let's give ourselves more time to spend on pleasant pastimes! We deserve it, right?
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