Everyone Needs a Hobby

Posted by Tammy Andrew Feb 25, 2009

I am diverting from my traditional education topics and diving into a fun way to relax, bread shaping. Not just baking bread, but kneading the dough and creating bakery-inspired shapes. It is an emotionally fulfilling hobby since I can take out frustration on the dough while kneading it and, when my tension has lifted, have a chance to be creative and contemplative. What's even better are the sounds of joy from my family as they slice into the fresh, warm breads that I create. It is better than any therapy session I have heard about! My current favorites are bakery bread shapes, dinner rolls and, my youngest's favorite, Teddy Bears!