i used to sew . and used to go out a lot doing karoke . now have new man in my life he keeps me doing things.. he is great.

Honestly ?
takes me most the day to clean my house as many breaks as I take...
run alot of errands for hubby..
was babysitting...but that was harder then ANY Job Outside the home for sure...would NOT advise it to Anyone staying home !!
I go to PT thru the week...
play online games if I am takeing a break...{I take alot of breaks, LOL}
I have a new pup named Abigail...she keeps me as busy as any child would !!
Do My Husbands bookwork...I hate that !!
I read alot...when eyes are not funny...
and occaisionally...I just keep my happy ass in bed the WHOLE day !!

I surf the internet alot. I make and send cards to encourage people especialy those at church, no one seems to do that much anymore and it is really nice to recieve a card snail mail instead of getting just bills all the time. I use make cookies to leave in back of the church for the ushers to give out to the visitors.
What about zigsaw puzzles?

I have worked all my life. Two years ago it was determined that I could not work anymore. Acccording to my Health Ins at work I am not allowed to do anything, or I would be cut off benefits. It's a catch 22. Even I have a good day, I usually try to clean my house. I have no hobbies and I cannot use my hands very well. The first thing I have done in the past two years is join this suport group. Thank's for this group. Now I can talk to people who have similar problems. I look forward each day for the discussions. I am in the process of adopting a 5 year hymalayn female cat. I need the company while my husband is at work. I also keep in touch with my friends from work and here all the gossip. If I get any better I am going to volunter at the Probation office. If find something that you can do with sore hands let me know. good luck/
caroline

I spend a lot of time online, mostly at DS. I love reading, but can't follow complex story lines anymore, too foggy, so I don't read for hours at a time the way I used to. I have 4 dog and 2 cats, they keep me company. I'm my own best friend, and I'm good company, so I don't mind being alone, I like it, actually. Now that I think about it, what the heck DO I do all day? I don't know. I guess I spend a LOT of time here. If you come up with any good ideas, let me know!

thank you for your responses.. i to spend alot of time here .. it seems to be my only joy and its something i can do while resting..
i try not to leave the house anxiety is rel bad .. i was proud of myself the other day though i went to the library.. only for an hour though.. i am not very "talented" so i have been trying to think of a craft i can take up.. i like to sew but usually in the summer .. i hope everyone is well.. lots of love and hugs..

As far as crocheting goes. Use a bigger hook with a bulky yarn, it is easier to handle and stick to simple patterns.
I clean house, do dishes, I read, I go on the internet and email my friends, go on the DS site. I don't play alot of games. I try to talk to my kids and grandkids. I walk when I can. I listen to music. I scrapbook. I try to get dressed and put on my makeup, I just feel better. It is hard for my family to see me if I don't try to be "normal".

I agree with Dixie4me. Doing jigsaw puzzles is fun and relaxing. During the winter time, I paint my ceramics that I bought at Michaels' They have ceramic angels, santas, Christmas ornaments, etc that you can paint and also they have wooden items such as trays, birdhouses that you can paint also. I plan to do some painting tomorrow night, if I am up to it. Also try playing solitaire or something like that.

I long for the day I can retire! LOL It's rewarding and good for me to get out of the house but man, I'm sick to death of it. I love puttering around my house, decorating, renovating, making cards, entering contests, scrapbooking etc.

My newest win is a 50ml bottle of Beyonce perfume (worth $70) that daughter will be getting due to my chemical/perfume sensitivities.

I GO OUT TO ADULT DROP-INS I HATE BEING ISOLATED AND IT HELPS WITH DISTRACTING ME FROM PAIN AND DEPRESSION & MAKE NEW FRIENDS AND SHARE STORIES AND REMEDIES, PLAN GROUP ACTIVITIES, ETC!!!!!!!

I still work, but it takes everything out of me so I don't really do much else. I have a lot of hobbies left over from my healthier days though. I like to draw, paint, make greeting cards, make jewelry, decorate cakes, home decorating (I have a degree in interior design), cooking, reading, gardening - lots of stuff. Hope you find something you love! Hugs!

I work 2 part time jobs, but one job ive cut way back on, i have quit doing so many nail clients as it hurts my arms, hands, neck and shoulders if i do several clients back to back.
I have 3 kids, 3 of which need me daily. Betweem their homework, laundry, keeping the house up and re writing my curiculum as we got new textbooks, that i have to do here at home, i dont have time to do alot, other than i do take breaks when im doin work here at home, i come here, but ive not gotten alot of curiculum work done lately.. im sick..
what about reading? I used to read all the time before i had the kids.

I am exactly the same as lady. There are some good ideas in reply to your post Sandy.
Thank you for posting it.

thanx everyone u all have wonderful ideas and i am sure to try most of them.. i do read alot.. a really good book only takes me 2-3 days to consume..loli will definatly have to make a trip to michaels or hobby lobby for some crafts.. i hoep everyone else gets some good ideas from this to...hugs and love to u all..

Sandy you said you were looking for a craft. Have you tried jewelry making? They have kits to get you started and the basics of how to do it. Its really easy. next time your out check out some magazines and take a look at the kits.