Spring 2010

Yep, it's been a while between posts both here and over at Modern In Maroondah.
Things have been happening. Life has been happening. Mostly good things, which is a nice change. I've become aware of my demons and I'm dealing with them bit by bit.
Crafting has taken a break. I wasn't enjoying it anymore- it was becoming a chore. I felt like I was always trying to prove myself, but to whom I don't know. I think the online crafting community was beginning to have a detrimental effect on my sub conscience. I saw too many wonderful things and I lost my way.
I've given up the markets to focus on my family.
I love spending time with my girls and I particularly love the rare occurrence of the whole family together on the weekends. D-man has been working ridiculous hours and we need to take every opportunity that comes our way to just hang out at home or go for a drive.
I've put down the pens and paintbrushes for a while and have ventured outside to get my hands dirty in the garden and my muscles aching with some serious physical labour around the house. Rather than wait for D to do all of the heavy landscaping, I'm giving it a go. It may not be perfect, but the satisfaction of a finished project outweighs the imperfections.
My health is good even if some of the joints need work. My mental health is good- but that's an ongoing project. I'm beginning to see where the problems lie and how food has played a role in my ups and downs.
I'm going on a holiday. No kids, no partner. To another country. Whoot!

I told myself I'd get my s**t together this year. It's taken 10 months, but it's a start!