Hobbies.

I guess I've been trying to figure out what my hobbies are. Yes at 24 I think it is time to gather up a few. Lately I've been scouring my mind and remembering what makes me happy. Some of these ideas I think I enjoy may end up a flop but at least I'm reaching out and exploring!

Gardening: I have talked about gardening for years and this year I have attempted it! woohoo. Actually I did try to garden last year but between living with 6 girls, and 2 puppies- not much survived. The poor spearmint didn't survive this year...I'm not exactly sure what happened but I'm thinking it was just too early and cold to even plant it indoors. The tomatoes(roma and cherry) and lavender are growing incredibly fast. James and I planted everything on a Monday and everything except the spearmint was growing by Sunday.


Dogs will eat your hard-earned flowers. Or knock them down the stairs. Which ever comes first :)

Photography: I was given this camera, Minolta 7s Hi-Matic by my grandma Chris. I have to special order a battery for this baby, so it's serious business. Back in the 60's(oh yeah, it's vintage!) when this was created, a mercury battery was used but those are no longer allowed to be made in the US due to environmental concerns. This camera also serves as a deadly weapon; it's basically a brick that snaps pictures. When I first went to college, photography was my chosen major. Sadly, I'm not good enough to be professional so I'm settling on photo-capturing as a hobby.  My goal would be to take some good pictures of things I love and frame them for now. I hope to someday have my art hanging some place other than my own bedroom.

Coffee is my luxury hobby. Who doesn't love a yummy latte on an icky, raining-so-much-it-makes-the-bottom-of-your-pants-wet day? I sure do. I especially love getting coffee in good company. Having a good friend to sit around with at a neighborhood cafe is one of favorite things to do.



Reading is another favorite. For now I am able to enjoy novels and fun books on facts but in the fall I will definitely be hitting the text books. I however, am very excited and blessed to be able to afford and attend a university! I love being able to read the Bible. God's word is so powerful and fulfilling; He offers me guidance, love, and wisdom all in one book.