Start a Hobby Post-Hysterectomy

Face it-- you've got free time on your hands after a hysterectomy, lots and lots of free time. Yes, you'll be walking-- to the kitchen, to the bathroom, and, soon, around the neighborhood. Still, that time on your feet will be interspersed with tons of time off your feet. Sure, you could use that time checking out Victor's latest exploits on Young and the Restless (okay, so maybe I checked out a few episodes). You could use it watching Lifetime movie marathons. Or, you could use it to learn a new hobby! I, personally, am using my free time to learn about blogging. Here are a few other things you could try:

Reading & Writing

• Writing poetry
• Writing articles
• Writing letters
• Learning calligraphy
• Reading
• Journaling
• Word finds
• Crossword puzzles

Internet Hobbies

• Blogging
• Facebooking
• MySpace
• Learning web design

Paper & Photo Crafts

• Scrapbooking
• Rubberstamping
• Card making
• Painting
• Drawing
• Collaging
• Organizing photo albums
• Origami

Flower Crafts

• Potpourri
• Flower arranging
• Making wreaths

Fabric & Yarn Crafts

• Dollmaking
• Knitting
• Embroidery
• Quilting
• Cross stitch
• Needlepoint
• Crocheting
• Sewing
• Weaving
• Making potholders (simple kits for kids are great for beginners)

Bath & Beauty Crafts

• Nail design
• Making bath salts
• Jewelry making
• Beading

Games

• Chess
• Checkers
• Cards
• Dominoes
• Video Games

Have I missed something? Leave me a comment with your favorite post-hysterectomy hobby, and I'll add it to the list!

There is life after hysterectomy... and it's good. Enjoy!