Everyone Needs Playtime

In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for pure fun. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we stopped playing.

When we carve out some leisure time, we’re more likely to zone out in front of the TV or computer than engage in fun, rejuvenating play like we did as children. But play is not just essential for kids; it can be an important source of relaxation and stimulation for adults as well.

There doesn’t need to be any point to the activity beyond having fun and enjoying yourself. By giving yourself permission to play with the joyful abandon of childhood, you can reap oodles of health benefits throughout life.

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Challenge Meme

Seven years ago I issued a challenge to celebrate 20 years of the modern BJD, that I had also done three years previously. As things have be...

Sunday

Ebony and Ivory

Nadia at the keyboard

Nadia with Jax

Nadia with Teddy

Just Nadia

Plum Crazy

I ordered some more Iplehouse clothing for Irene and knowing how prompt Iplehouse are at posting, the parcel should be here early next week.


I could probably have made these myself, but IH quality is quite good and as much as I enjoy sewing, I would rather sew my own designs, not copy someone else's.


This little twin set is really cute and the tulle waisted tights really set off the peplum nicely. Now, as I have only brown boots for Irene, I will need to keep an eye out for just right footwear to complete these outfits.

Saturday

Waiting for Ante

Isn't this just the most darling little face? I couldn't resist bringing this little one home.


Height : 15.5 cm
Weight : 75g
Head circumference : 14.0cm
Neck circumference : 3.2cm
Shoulder width : 3.5cm
Chest circumference : 9.0cm
Waist circumference : 8.5cm
Hip circumference : 9.5cm
Leg length (hip to ankle) : 5.3cm
Foot size : 2.3cm
Eyes : 10mm
Skin colour : normal
AU$267.95 no wig

She will come with normal stock makeup and eyes, though I intend to give her carrot red mohair plaits to complement her little freckles and make her a blue outfit with co-ordinating shoes and hat.