Not wanting to burden folk or overshare, all I want to say is that this month(August) is going to be tough.
What we have to endure isn’t by choice but the long term outlook is fairly good. Despite that , I am finding it more stressful than I want to admit. Those in whom I would usually confide are either just as worried and don’t need any more or they have their own challenges, so the smile is pinned on. Underneath I am trying hard not to be the worrier I usually am.
So my saviour has been my miniatures. If I am not building something, I am planning how to do the next wee bit. Even a wee piece of cross stitch keeps me occupied and is wonderfully portable wherever we are. I have been nicknamed Dorothy the doll house lady, 😂😂 by those sharing our experience.
Another distraction has been preparing a birthday present for my grandaughter. A wee memory frame to sum up her interests. I think I got just as much fun out of doing it as she did receiving it.
Apologies for it being on its side but I don’t know how to turn the photo. Oh dear.
Top marks to those of you who can make it out.
So thank you miniatures for keeping me sane.
Mabs August 2019
Making miniatures for fun 