Comments on: Writer Therapy–Mowing the Yard and Crying

By: Kristen Lamb

Kristen Lamb — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 11:30:24 +0000

In reply to terii. Thanks Terii. I like to clean as well. I used to mountain bike (basically off-road biking in TX in that there aren't a lot of mountains), but it was wonderful to just get physically exhausted for a change. Thanks for taking the time to comment and I am happy you found my blog too, :D.

By: terii

terii — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 10:00:57 +0000

A bit late since I only just discovered this blog a few days ago, but for me, I either go into a house work frenzy or I go for a ride on my recumbent trike with my dog.

The housework, which is good and improves the apartment, is brutal on me. Bad back and bad knees. Two hours of scrubbing, washing, vacuuming and picking up, I’m moving like a 90 year old for a couple days. The cycling? Now, that’s where I can pour out stress and feel better both physically and mentally. Nothing like covering 30 miles out in the peace of the Swedish country side with no computer screen and keyboard demanding attention. If I need to get agression out, then I leave the dog at home and rip down hills at over 20 mph and hammer the pedals as hard as I can on the flats. I still creep up the hills at 2 to 5 mph though. *eye roll*

BTW! I really enjoy the blog and thrilled to have found it!

By: Kait Nolan

Kait Nolan — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:25:47 +0000

OH honey I cook. My food blog Pots and Plots absolutely grew out of me cooking my way through plot problems (and trying to keep track of my recipes).

By: virginiaripple

virginiaripple — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 21:30:55 +0000

I bake. You know things aren’t going well when the house smells like fresh baked bread, cinnamon rolls and chocolate chip cookies all at once. 😀 Thanks for the laugh today.

By: Piper Bayard

Piper Bayard — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 05:00:37 +0000

I really, really hope you’re in MY yard the next time you snap.:)

By: Kathy Kulig

Kathy Kulig — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:37:25 +0000

Oh boy, do I hear you. Last week I weeded my garden and planted flowers in the rain. Last fall I stripped 100 year old wainscoating. Messy, and it took 3 months, but you should see my dining room. Looks awesome. 🙂 Finished the ms. on time too.

By: Kristen Lamb

Kristen Lamb — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:16:07 +0000

In reply to Vincent Wilson.

Thanks, Vincent. I think I might have been far too dangerous with a chainsaw…my computer might have gotten hacked…literally, 😀

By: Jan O'Hara of Tartitude

Jan O'Hara of Tartitude — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:01:25 +0000

When I’m rational, I remind myself that I chose to do this and can unchose it as well. Giving myself the option lessens the fear, which usually underlies whatever anger I’m facing.

When my thinking is fouled beyond repair, anything physical helps. Cleaning, cooking, a walk. Also time with other people, like my kids, who love me but haven’t a clue how upset they should be about a blog formating issue, for instance.

By: Kristen Lamb

Kristen Lamb — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 21:53:45 +0000

In reply to standonthewall.

LOL…yeah. I remember one time a few years ago my house and room were a total wreck. My mom asked if I was depressed and even though I was tempted, I said, “Nope. Just lazy. Laying here is way more fun than picking up all my crap.” 😀

By: Vincent Wilson

Vincent Wilson — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 21:14:57 +0000

Absolutely loved your story. I always say “it’s a good day when a chain saw is involved.” There is nothing more mind freeing than making sawdust and firewood!
Vincent Wilson