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Bellingham, WA

I started painting rocks during the early days of the pandemic when we were all sheltered at home.
Out of boredom I started looking for something to pass the time. Our neighborhood is landscaped with river rocks. I few paints from Amazon and YouTube tutorials, A hobby was born. In the darks days of the pandemic I would leave painted rocks on fire hydrants, fence post, and in People’s gardens to add a little cheer.

May 27, 2023
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Members enthusiastically shared how they discovered their hobbies, with many finding solace in creative outlets like painting, knitting,... Read more

Members enthusiastically shared how they discovered their hobbies, with many finding solace in creative outlets like painting, knitting, crocheting, reading, and embroidery during difficult times or as a way to manage pain and boredom. Several members described learning their crafts through family traditions, self-teaching via books and YouTube tutorials, or childhood curiosity, with many emphasizing how these activities provide therapeutic distraction and emotional comfort. A recurring theme was the joy of sharing creative work with others, whether through leaving painted rocks for strangers to find, crocheting alongside a beloved parent, or losing oneself in a good book when life feels overwhelming.

A MyFibroTeam Member

That is so beautiful! I taught myself to read at 4 because my mom wouldn't read all the comics to me. I still read voraciously. My mom gave me the most important gift the summer before I started 4th grade. I told her I was bored. She showed me that there were lots of chores I could do to fill my time. On payday, she bought me a crochet book, a hook and yarn. I'm left handed and she told me to use my left hand to do what they said for the right hand. My Granny and aunt also taught me embroidery and painting cloth. quilting came next. I am so blessed to have them in my life.

May 30, 2023
A MyFibroTeam Member

Hi darling, beautiful work, I love to do craft work when I'm well enough, it's good therapy. During the pandemic people around where I live painted stones and placed them at the edge of the paths in the local park.
Love Sylvia xxx

May 28, 2023 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

Love this! And the thought of leaving them in different places is such a beautiful idea.

May 27, 2023
A MyFibroTeam Member

I like to fully immerse myself in a good book. It takes my mind of the pain.

July 12, 2023
A MyFibroTeam Member

Ivette
Just start. All supplies are available on Amazon and YouTube has great tutorials.
The process for me is a good distraction for the pain. Many of my attempts end up in the waste basket. It is just getting started and having fun.

May 29, 2023

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