A New Habit

As you can tell by my lack of blogging recently, things have been pretty busy! Since the beginning of the new year, I've joined a volleyball league, gotten serious about half-marathon training, and secured my first cavity (yikes!). Amongst all of the stress that comes with being busy, I've looked towards activities that help relieve stress. One of those new habits is knitting! I just recently started knitting, with the help of my friend Chelsea.

I'll have to admit, it is very fun to pick out the color of yarn, etc., especially when you've got a place like the Fancy Tiger nearby.

After choosing a nice heather gray color (practical, I know) in a large size, the people at Fancy Tiger were kind enough to help me cast on. After that, I was on a roll towards an infinity scarf, like the ones I have been seeing around that I'd like to make.

Knitting is now my new during-TV project, and I can attest to the fact that it has some sort of stress relief soothing affect. I'm not sure if it is the repetition, but articles I have read compare it to praying the rosary or meditation. And for those benefits, as well as the satisfaction of making something with your hands, I will take it.