guilty quilting - gwuilting
#11
Originally Posted by ShirlinAZ
It is a generation of women thing. Those of us over 50 (and a few younger) were raised that it is our job to keep the house clean, cook nourishing meals (3), take care of every one else in the household, and always wear a smile and look good for DH. We weren't supposed to have time for ourselves. Get over it - this is the 21st century! We now know that we are no good for anything if we aren't good to ourselves.
#12
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I fit in that age range mentioned above. And I really don't remember my own mother doing her own pleasurable hobbies while I was growing up. It's a shame. She put off things that would have made her happier (and emotionally healthier) in the long run. I sometimes feel the guilt but I know it's best not to just live through our family members...if that makes sense.
#13
Originally Posted by ShirlinAZ
It is a generation of women thing. Those of us over 50 (and a few younger) were raised that it is our job to keep the house clean, cook nourishing meals (3), take care of every one else in the household, and always wear a smile and look good for DH. We weren't supposed to have time for ourselves. Get over it - this is the 21st century! We now know that we are no good for anything if we aren't good to ourselves.
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Originally Posted by mom2boyz
You know, I have worked hard for many years to try and overcome this guilt every time I am doing something I enjoy, sewing, scrapbooking, even reading. My husband has no problem sitting for hours watching sports on TV or leaving to play golf for a good five hours. He never criticizes me for doing my hobbies yet I still carry the guilt bug on my shoulder. Is it a female thing????
#18
Originally Posted by pattypurple
If your family isn't starving and the health department hasn't condemned your house then you are doing OK. Enjoy your quilting without guilt.
Pat
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#19
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I'm in that "June Cleaver as a role model" age group (64) as well. But I've decided on a different approach. If I don't get some of my fabric used up making quilts,..... what will my daughter do with all that stash???? I need to keep quilting ...... daughter and sister-in-law are already quibbling over who will get the quilt in my avitar once I'm gone.... I'd better keep quilting. It might keep the kids happier.
#20
I have ALWAYS been unable to quilt with a house that needs cleaning. When I have the house spic and span I enjoy quilting so much more. I guess both have a therapy affect on a person - clean house, great quilting. Wow, that sound like something my Mother would have said like she always told me "clean in the corners" and the rest will take care of itself.
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