Whoops. and What to do?

First of all, I just fixed about a dozen embarrassing typos and nonsense sentences in the last post, and I’m sure there are more. That will show me to speed through my proof-read while babies are whining at me. Not like it’s the first time, nor will it be the last. I have just never been a good proof-reader. I promise I know that “new” is not the same as “knew”. You were probably just looking at the pictures anyway. I blame it on mommy brain. That’s all there is to it. Or maybe I need to be more diligent about wearing my glasses, or read a text book in my “spare” time.

That brings me to another topic. I’m finally to the stage of mommy-hood where I can see why extra curricular activities are such a big part of being a stay-at-home mom. There is a reason why Etsy, blogging, cooking, and photography have become so popular. I LOVE my babies like crazy, but sometimes I just need something to challenge me or take me away for a moment. Baking and cooking have always been something for me to fall back on in situations like this, but I’m not as motivated in that area right now for some reason. I guess I’ve just been down that road, and am glad to use those skills should the opportunity arise (I don’t really want a bunch of sweets around the house while I’m here all day, and don’t get to the store a lot to be creative will all our meals, and when I do, I’m either in a hurry or tired). The Culinary Arts is still my first love when it comes to hobbies and interests, but I’m ready for my brain to go in a different direction. Am I sounding a little desperate here? If so, I’m not. I just mean to say that I want to take advantage of this time I have at home, when my babies don’t need me, that is. I know life is just going to get more crazy in the years to come, so I feel like now is the time to take something up. Do you moms out there know what I’m talking about?

I don’t want to go crazy or anything. Just a little something on the side that won’t turn into a priority or a chore, but that I look forward to. But let’s get one thing straight, I am not crafty. Scrapbooking is so far out of the question, it’s not even funny. And, though I own a few crochet hooks and have used them in the past, I don’t see myself reaching for them when I have a moment to spare. See, I’m a little picky in this area of my life, which is why I often resort to shopping, napping, reading, blogging, working out, watching a TV series, movies, or baking. All are short-term, non-committal type things, that just get me through the day. But sometimes, I just want to be more productive/creative than that (but most of the time, I feel completely justified in just lounging around during every tiny moment to spare).

I know I am doing the most important thing right now, taking care of my babies. I’m not trying to fill a void, because any previously existing voids are definitely filled by my loves now. But there has to be a little outlet for me somewhere for those rare, quiet, alone moments while they are youngins. I can see it being really fun when the babies are old enough that we can do things together. I have plenty of ideas for when that day arrives.

Maybe I’ll be a bit cliche and join a photography class. That seems like a productive use of my time. I can see that skill being very useful in the years to come with my own family, and I even have the equipment to get started right away. What are some other stay-at-home, road-less-traveled hobbies out there I could give a go at? Anyone?