Creativity

2013 left me sapped of energy, creativity, life. It was a struggle to find joy but find it I did. Still, it was a struggle. I had to look hard for the joy. It felt like a spiritual battle almost every day.

While nothing much has changed with the turn of the new year, I am determined to bring the creative back into my life. DH gifted me with a sewing machine during Christmas. And I quickly got to work. I was able to sew throw pillow covers for our family room and matching pajama pants for my girls. I'm still such a beginner that these were HUGE accomplishments for me. So proud of myself!

Last year, I had no creative outlet whatsoever. Photography had no appeal for me. It felt such drudgery to carry my camera around. I found no reason to craft in any way. Like I said, I was just sapped even of inspiration.

This year started with a lot of inspiration. The sewing machine sparked a renewed sense of beauty within me. I got to create something beautiful with my own hands. Now, I am itching to fill my life with creativity - whether in sewing, photography, scrapbooking or other crafty things.

So, here's to a year of creating and crafting.