Sometimes moments of peace and tranquility can be found in the most unexpected of places. Meet Tippy, the sweetest, most precarious dog I know. She is owned by my dear friend and jewelry artist, Chrissy Gemmill. Aside from making her beautiful jewelry, Chrissy has a fun blog that chronicles her business as well as her family adventures and life with Tippy. Recently, Tippy happily destroyed Chrissy's favorite mushroom pillow! She looks quite proud of herself doesn't she?
I offered to repair her beloved pillow. After pinning it back together I began stitching. The repetition was relaxing and I enjoyed what might typically be considered a task. The simple act of mending can be a meditative process if given the right mindset. Folding the laundry, washing dishes, even sweeping the porch can be an opportunity to get yourself into your head and focus on the task at hand. In a life filled with constant overstimulation and interruptions, the simple act of vacuuming can be a pleasure in itself. Another part of the joy is the immediate satisfaction of a positive result from your productivity. Let's not underestimate the benefit of a clean and tidy house!
Visit Chrissy's blog at here, to read more about her and check out her jewelry!
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