The Drop in Centre

[Mikiesboy]

1 minute ago, Reader1810 said:

I do this as well, but I admit I still like using crayons over pencil crayons because I like how they glide across the page. Got myself a 64 pack with a sharpener. Always wanted that when I was young, so I’m guessing some part of me still does…

It is very relaxing, that’s for sure. 

These amazon basics ones are very smooth and don't wear out too quickly. Have had them for a while and haven't sharpened them yet. I'm surprised.

But crayons are cool, why not. It's artistic and relaxing. Paint by number too, would be nice i think.

[Reader1810]

5 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said:

These amazon basics ones are very smooth and don't wear out too quickly. Have had them for a while and haven't sharpened them yet. I'm surprised.

But crayons are cool, why not. It's artistic and relaxing. Paint by number too, would be nice i think.

I do jigsaw puzzles on my tablet. There are really good apps for this with a huge collection of colourful puzzles. Jigsaw Bug is my fave, but I also like ones that have free daily puzzles, because I never know what I’m going to get. 

Good to know about the Amazon Basic pencils, because I realized after the fact that some colouring books are geared towards pencil use - regular crayons don’t adhere to the pages very well.

Edited July 9, 2021 by Reader1810

[kbois]

I love the smell of a fresh box of crayons. My mom was a teacher and it's one of the scents I associate with her. 

My go to app is Happy Color. It's a color by number and they have a huge selection. My favorites are the mandalas. There's just something really satisfying when about filling in the last spot and then the whole thing gets colored in. Rather soothing. 

Hope everyone has a good day!

[spyke]

2 hours ago, rickproehl said:

Excuse me Good Sirs and DiC friends

hi and Good Morning

like many of us still working on solving our challenges. each challenge has a lesson to be learn. this current lesson is “it is what it is” and patience. 

Doctor Visit didn’t go as expected. Need to switch my meds. Due to what it is i have to gradually decrease it. was told this is a process and even though it feels like a step backward it will be better. was given a list of things to watch for. So working thru this. Now the scan showed we need to do a biopsy. maybe nothing but tell my brain that.  

He said “don’t worry” yeah right. trying not to stress on this, 

the best thing is Sirs and DiC Friends

Stay Safe 

Sending positivity and light your way Rick. Take care of yourself and like others have suggested, try to do something to keep your mind off of things. I know, easier said than done, but staying busy helps. I had to go almost 5 months before I had my surgery last year, and it was a tough wait. I was glad to be busy with my job during that time. 

[rickproehl]

1 hour ago, Mikiesboy said:

Yeah, i know. We have waiting times as well. Try and keep busy and meditate and stuff, that helps as you know. Do something with your hands, that helps me. I knit now, like you know. I also received a wellness colouring book and a yoga mat from work.  They sent all staff in Canada, Columbia and Mexico one of these wellness packages.

Michael ordered coloured pencils for me and frankly, it's nice to do. Just mindless and  relaxing. My anxiety is much easier to manage. Amazon sells adult colouring books and Amazon Basic coloured pencils are really good. I was surprised. Michael got the 48 package, but they sell a smaller one.

yes i have done the coloring and yes it is mindless fun. i have stayed busy with a few community fund raisers - 800 hot dogs on 7/4 and we have 2 fish frys coming up. So helping out brother-in-law and meditation has help a lot. i have one i listen to right before bedtime.

 

[Kitt]

5 hours ago, Mikiesboy said:

Amazon sells adult colouring books 

Google free coloring pages. There are lots that can be printed free that are suitable for adults. 

[Kitt]

Did anyone know colored pencils can be blended and shaded to look like water colors using a cotton swab and a little turpentine?

[Mikiesboy]

1 hour ago, Kitt said:

Google free coloring pages. There are lots that can be printed free that are suitable for adults. 

no printer .. cheaper for me to buy the book ..   

[Mikiesboy]

1 hour ago, Kitt said:

Did anyone know colored pencils can be blended and shaded to look like water colors using a cotton swab and a little turpentine?

huh, i did not know that

[Kitt]

< font of useless info.

<good at trivia games

Lol

[Fae Briona]

3 hours ago, Kitt said:

Google free coloring pages. There are lots that can be printed free that are suitable for adults. 

Just be sure you look for "coloring books for adults" and not "adult coloring books"  -- they'll return to VERY different sets of results.  😏

[Kitt]

11 hours ago, Fae Briona said:

Just be sure you look for "coloring books for adults" and not "adult coloring books"  -- they'll return to VERY different sets of results.  😏

 

With this crew I figured both sets might be wanted.

[Ryan Jones]

Hope things go well for you @rickproehl!

Saw people talking about coloring and "mindless" things. My secret (until now) deal is I play a game online called Bingo Blitz when I want to zone out and relax. It's just relaxing to me for some reason.

[Fae Briona]

16 minutes ago, Ryan Jones said:

Hope things go well for you @rickproehl!

Saw people talking about coloring and "mindless" things. My secret (until now) deal is I play a game online called Bingo Blitz when I want to zone out and relax. It's just relaxing to me for some reason.

I enjoy computer games when I need an escape -- something SP hasn't quite fit into reality yet. Been trying to explain I'm not ignoring him when I do this, I'm trying to de-stress so I don't snap at him.

[mollyhousemouse]

the house is all put back together from the flooring adventure, groceries ordered for tomorrow, it's time for a day for fun. i'll see y'all later.

 

[rickproehl]

6 hours ago, Ryan Jones said:

Hope things go well for you @rickproehl!

Saw people talking about coloring and "mindless" things. My secret (until now) deal is I play a game online called Bingo Blitz when I want to zone out and relax. It's just relaxing to me for some reason.

Yes Ryan it’s a better day. Thanks for asking. My game of choice is Match games 

[MichaelS36]

6 hours ago, mollyhousemouse said:

the house is all put back together from the flooring adventure, groceries ordered for tomorrow, it's time for a day for fun. i'll see y'all later.

 

Have you literally gone fishing?  I've not gone fishing for eons.  I hope you had a nice day, molly.

[mollyhousemouse]

2 hours ago, MichaelS36 said:

Have you literally gone fishing?  I've not gone fishing for eons.  I hope you had a nice day, molly.

yes Sir. i bought Him this book for Father's Day. He's been itching to go. unfortunately, a lot of other families had the same idea.

 nevertheless, it was a good day out, with sunshine & laughter

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especially when i fell in! 😒 the water was swift and cold! 😳

 

Edited July 10, 2021 by mollyhousemouse

[spyke]

1 hour ago, mollyhousemouse said:

yes Sir. i bought Him this book for Father's Day. He's been itching to go. unfortunately, a lot of other families had the same idea.

 nevertheless, it was a good day out, with sunshine & laughter

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especially when i fell in! 😒 the water was swift and cold! 😳

 

Oh that looks so peaceful and relaxing molly. I'm glad you had a great day! 

[Kitt]

4 hours ago, MichaelS36 said:

Have you literally gone fishing?  I've not gone fishing for eons.  I hope you had a nice day, molly.

Well I think that is something you should correct forthwith! I bet tim could do wonders with a trout or two!

[mollyhousemouse]

@spyke in spite of all the people, it really was beautiful. we'll go again & explore other parts of the river

@Kitt this is one of the only places in Texas for trout. there are lots of other species here. and tim could probably make shoe leather tasty 😀

back to reality today. hope everyone is doing well

[kbois]

6 minutes ago, mollyhousemouse said:

@spyke in spite of all the people, it really was beautiful. we'll go again & explore other parts of the river

@Kitt this is one of the only places in Texas for trout. there are lots of other species here. and tim could probably make shoe leather tasty 😀

back to reality today. hope everyone is doing well

Sounds like a great day molly! I'm trying to figure out where we can go for a quick getaway in Oct for our anniversary. I don't want to fly and I'd like to stay within a 4 or 5 hour drive. We did St. Augustine last year. 

I've always wanted to try deep sea fishing, so maybe I'll look at somewhere on the Georgia coast, perhaps Jekyll Island. 

Well, back to roasting veggies before taking my son to work. 

Have a good rest of your day. 

[MichaelS36]

19 hours ago, Kitt said:

Well I think that is something you should correct forthwith! I bet tim could do wonders with a trout or two!

I'm not sure what he'd say as he really doesn't like fresh water fish. Either do I really. 

But he has signed us up for Remarkable Rejects. A place that delivers a box of vegetables each week that cannot be sold in a grocery store because they are not pretty enough. Or they are an odd shape, too big or too small.  It's cheaper than the grocery store and supposed to be very fresh. Something our grocery stores struggles with. 

A couple of weeks ago, they had to be told about bags and bags of blue oranges. And no, they were not a new variety. 

We both love nearly all veg, so this could be fun. The deliver on Thursday and we shop on Friday, so that will work out well. 

[kbois]

37 minutes ago, MichaelS36 said:

I'm not sure what he'd say as he really doesn't like fresh water fish. Either do I really. 

But he has signed us up for Remarkable Rejects. A place that delivers a box of vegetables each week that cannot be sold in a grocery store because they are not pretty enough. Or they are an odd shape, too big or too small.  It's cheaper than the grocery store and supposed to be very fresh. Something our grocery stores struggles with. 

A couple of weeks ago, they had to be told about bags and bags of blue oranges. And no, they were not a new variety. 

We both love nearly all veg, so this could be fun. The deliver on Thursday and we shop on Friday, so that will work out well. 

I roasted 10 large baking trays if veggies today. I'm hoping they last 2 weeks. My son has finally decided to take eating healthy seriously. I really hope he sticks with it. 

[Reader1810]

1 hour ago, MichaelS36 said:

A couple of weeks ago, they had to be told about bags and bags of blue oranges. And no, they were not a new variety. 

Wow, and I thought it was bad when you have to pick through oranges with soft spots. 

1 hour ago, MichaelS36 said:

We both love nearly all veg, so this could be fun. The deliver on Thursday and we shop on Friday, so that will work out well. 

Sounds like a great idea. Who cares what they look like as long as they taste good, right? 

So far - knock on wood - my grocer has always had good produce. Which is good for me because I’m trying to eat healthy which means avoiding prepackaged and/or food with a lot of preservatives.

I hope Remarkable Rejects work out for you and tim.