A Thursday and a day of continued frustration with these points. One would think that I would have the assembly of these figured out, but just about the time I thought I had--I'd make some ridiculous mistake and have to rip it out! Each of this set of points has SIX pieces of fabric! I did finish them though.
I spent a great deal of time walking around, looking at what everyone was doing and chatting. Every time I needed a break I either did that or went outside for a bit of quiet.
There was in the room a wonderful cacophony of sound! Women's voices chatting with old friends and new. Much laughter included! It was something you only hear occasionally and it is to be treasured. That said-the lovely cacophony made it hard for me to concentrate and being the introvert I am I needed a break from it now and again. At one point I even tried plugging in my headphones and listening to music but it didn't help me concentrate so I took them off.
My knee still hurts!
Oh well, tomorrow is another day!
I have learned that, though I am not an introvert, I cannot focus on anything complex at retreat, so I take mindless hand work and embrace the noise and do the visiting. I can do the hard stuff at home.
ReplyDeleteI can just imagine all the friendly chatter - no wonder it was difficult to concentrate on those points! xx
ReplyDeleteI am sorry your knee hurts, Gail. Here is to hoping it gets better soon.
ReplyDeleteI loved your paper piecing project! I just added a photo of it to my last blog post! I remember seeing you with head phones and noticed you stealing away from the retreat from time to time. I understand a need for some space at times and a need to concentrate. I intentionally brought projects that required very little thinking so I could visit.
I remember well your frustration and also your smile when things were going well. It was a wonderful cacophony, like you I relish the memory but also found myself enjoying those moments when I stepped out side.
ReplyDeleteThe best cacophony.......I escape occasionally too.......
ReplyDeleteLove your project you did well to get that much done with all the distractions.......