GTKY: Favorite Hobby/Distraction

theholmanherd

It seems a lot of us could use a distraction and those 2WWs are perfect for hobbies! What is your go-to distraction when you need something to take your mind of things? What do you make time for because you enjoy it so much?

When I just need a distraction because I'm sick or sad, I watch TV, surf the internet, or take a drive and listen to music. If I'm REALLY down, nothing helps me more than a snuggle with my corgi and a nap with some classical music playing.

My favorite hobby to make time for is writing. I am almost halfway through my first full length novel (fiction). I have written countless short stories and personal expression pieces since I was seven years old.

What about you?

nswain85

First off, HOLY CRAP, you've got a corgi!!! We have had corgis for years and just love them Post a pic sometime if you can!

I have really enjoyed reading again. It is like a little escape and I get to think about the book and that story instead of my own for a while. I am also crafty so really enjoy making cards and projects.

theholmanherd

nswain85 said:

First off, HOLY CRAP, you've got a corgi!!! We have had corgis for years and just love them Post a pic sometime if you can!

He's my avatar pic! It's probably the best picture I have of him, because he's a wiggle worm LOL
 I attached it for you anyway

jencity9

I read a lot! I like going for drives too and I also watch a lot of tv. When I get around to it I like to do crafts too like cross stitching or crocheting. Probably the thing take takes up lost of my time is playing games on my phone lol... I have tons of "with friends" games going (words, scramble, chess, etc) and am also obsessed with word base.

CandaceC1020

Reading, sewing, knitting and my doggie. 

BananaPancakes02

Right now I'm taking a class, but I have gotten back into a crochet project I started several months ago, and when I get really upset, I usually go for a walk or go work out.  I just can't sit at home when I start getting upset dwelling on all of this stuff.

supermorena

I like to go hiking. I just got a camelback and i LOVE it! If i'm sad though, my go to activity is curl up on the couch and watch a movie.

gsancho

Puzzles.  Big, 1000+, dorky puzzles...

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jenkellen

I sign up for way too many things than I should. I'm working on a side project in fitness/technology with a friend. We have a site and an app. I signed up for this code jam this past weekend that went 8am-11pm because I'm a crazy person. I like networking. I also volunteer to teach html classes to young girls.

When I'm not doing that? Pilates, reading, beer drinking, swearing, sleeping.

Pintobean39

I love DIY projects and gardening. I've also found going to the gym and running has been a huge stress relief and distraction for me.

BunnyBerry

Wow many of you are so well-rounded and healthy, LOL! In good weather I love to garden, take leisurely walks, bike to the zoo or a picnic. But given that we just got snow again today, currently I pretty much stay at home and stew in the 2WW.

During summer break (I'm a teacher), I am able to keep the house clean and so make sure to invite various relatives and church friends over regularly for tea or games. Planning for a little visit and making nice snacks is good for occupying my mind.

MissEm15

I love to read. It's my favorite thing to do. We also just moved so we have been busy painting, decorating, working in the yard and organizing. I'm def. not doing laundry lol. I would also love to learn to be a better cook. 

@bunnyberry are you in Ohio bc we just got a couple inches of snow last night lol & it was 79 on Sunday! Crazy!!

athlete010688

We like to ride motorcycles.  When it's not warm out, we just chill at home.  We just watch TV.  I surf the internet.  Hate doing housework!

BunnyBerry

@missem15 Not Ohio but East coast. I warned DH all along that the 70s temps would not last, but somehow he was still so shocked by snow and lows in the teens! It was nice to wear flip flops for a weekend, though.

muzikgrrl

I read a lot, probably about an hour or more depending on the day. During slow times at work I'm able to pick up a book. I also make most of my food from scratch so I love looking up and making new healthy yummy recipes. I've also just got into gardening, I'm still new and pretty clueless but I'm learning.

kushie77

I read a lot, garden, and who doesn't love a little retail therapy.  

Now that the weather is starting to look a little better (um wtf was with the snow last night) we have a mustang that we take to car shows and cruises, so there's that to look forward to. 

pmpknbride

In my spare time which seems really limited these days I like reading, baking & cooking, getting crafty, hiking and biking. I took on hosting Easter this year so I would have something else to focus on besides TTC, so planning the menu, decor and spring cleaning my house has been my most recent distraction

tifga

Embroidery is my favourite hobby but pretty much anything DIY I will try at least once. I wish I could read but when I am really unhappy I just can't get into it. 

If I really need to just forget the world awhile the sims 3 always helps. 

runawaylaurel

Is browsing charts on fertility Friend not an acceptable hobby? no?

I also play with my puppy when it's nice out, cook, and find weird nitpicky things to clean in my house. Like the doors. You never know how dirty they are until you start to clean!

sundaybrunch

I read a ton, garden when it's nice out, and am trying to make going to the gym a more frequent thing.

Sami14vb

Wow, so many of you read!  I need to pick that up again.   In additional to watching movies and reality t.v., I love to workout and take Zumba and Yoga classes and lift weights.  Although, I have to be careful about not over doing it.  Additionally, I love to hang out with friends and family and go out to eat or go shopping and walk around fancy places like Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and places in Orange County CA and look at all of the glamorous purses, shoes, etc.    

mindaa

theholmanherd said:

My favorite hobby to make time for is writing. I am almost halfway through my first full length novel (fiction). I have written countless short stories and personal expression pieces since I was seven years old.

What about you?

This is SO awesome!  That's a huge undertaking - wishing you the perseverance to get that completed!

I'm in the final stages on finishing up a nonfiction book and have lined up a "hybrid" publisher... it's so exciting but scary.  I love writing, but fiction is not my strength. 

 

aves0708

Another reader here...I also love be outside, especially with the nice weather.  I love to run, walk, and hike.  We live a across the road from a park, so on a nice day I will take my book over and find a nice quiet place near the pond and read.  Birding is another fun hobby of mine. 
If I'm sad though my distraction is definitely a movie or T.V.  I also tend to be a bit a workaholic recently because it keeps my mind busy.

ReneeJ2011

I read ALOT (I have over 200 books on my Kindle and have read them all in the last 2 years)  I also love playing with my miniature schnauzer, Layla.

Sigh202

I set aside a couple hours every week to paint. I also like to get the restless energy out through running, walking and yoga.