What Do You Do All Day?????

I get this question a lot when people find out that I'm a stay-at-home mom with all three of my boys in school all day. Now I must admit that to some people this situation is unimaginable. Many mothers work or have little ones at home that makes working look like a vacation (I know....I've been there....got the shirt). But after 11 years of young children, husband's education, and a part-time job watching other little ones, I am free.

A couple of years ago when this new situation started to materialize in Cleveland, I did things like volunteer at the boys school a minimum of 6 hours a week and hit the gym. After moving to Las Vegas I took a part-time job watching a darling little girl and volunteering in the boys school at least a few hours a week. When we moved to San Antonio I had plans to volunteer in the boys school again but alas they do not allow parents in the classroom. (Don't ask....I'm not entirely sure why.)

So I have been home doing laundry, cleaning house, and cooking. And one thing I have learned is this: You can clean, cook, and do laundry until you drop down dead AND it will still need to be done tomorrow. I know, I know.....DEEP!!!! I must admit I love a clean home, ironed clothes, and to put a good meal on the table. It makes me happy to see everything in its place. BUT it becomes very unsatisfying to have to do it day after day.

When this thought finally entered my little mind the solution quickly followed. I had time to pursue a hobby. New problem!!! My kids, my husband, and my house have been my hobbies. I have no other hobbies. Sure I enjoy a good book but other than that.... NADA. So I decided to start doing some different "crafts". Now anyone who knows me, knows I'm not "crafty". Scrapbooking could be a bad word in my book. I own a sewing machine, but really don't know why since sewing a straight line evades me. Knitting is limited to dish clothes. But knowing my limitations I have struck out to blaze a new trail for myself.

These are the projects I have done lately:

Beaded Key Chains

(This was an easy way for me to get into beading. Next I'm going to try jewelry.)

Sticky Note Holder

(Another easy way to get into scrapbooking plus it's functional. Don't expect me to jump into scrapbooking.)

CTR Baptism Towel

(I made this one for Danny's Baptism on Saturday. Still trying to sew a straight line and now I'm throwing curves in there. CRAZY)

Scripture Bag

(Learned how to make these a few years ago. This is what I practice my straight lines on.)

Book Covers

(I made one for my scriptures, a composition notebook I use in Young Women's, and my hymnal. I learned how to make my own pattern with this one, plus still practicing my straight lines.)

Bear Hooded Towel

(I made this one for my nephew Jerry's birthday. Again straight lines.)

Now I don't show you all of this to brag, because if you really looked at any of these projects you will see multiple areas that are in need of improvement. But I'm just so stinking proud of my "non-crafty" self that I needed to share.

P.S. Don't be surprised when one or two of my sad projects end up at your house as a present of some variety.