I thought I'd get some clay projects done

[falalalala]

My hub got all my stuff set up and I proceeded to drop my tools, one by one on the floor all around me.

Unable to bend and reach anything, I grabbed the grabber and dropped that on the floor so I grabbed a ruler to slide it over within reach and dropped that! I took a spray bottle to hook the grabber and dropped that.

I was about to have a meltdown when my hub walked in, saw me in the center of a ring of tools, cleaners and clay balls and proclaimed it "The Donut of Despair".

This goofing off has got to stop!😅

[stepsforNeeC]

We all have days like this, it will be okay! Go back to it when you feel like it! I wish I had that gift! I want to try pottery, hubby’s family comes from a long list of artist. When you have a moment google Richard Press in Hampton VA. His work is incredible, hubby is talented too, I can do cartoons on a good day! Art is therapeutic! Along with listening to music 🎶be blessed my friend I can’t wait to see your pieces! NeeC

[falalalala in reply to stepsforNeeC]

Thanks

I"ll post some stuff after firing in August.

I just checked out Mr. Press' work and it's lovely! “Sankofa Bird 3” and it's meaning is my favorite.Also saw a gallery he's affiliated with with a lot of nice stuff along with him teaching kids 👍

If you get a chance, try pottery! It's a lot of fun.

My hub was born not too far from Hampton.

[stepsforNeeC in reply to falalalala]

Ohh how cool, hubby’s cousin Richard and his wife both professors at Hampton U; family union is at their house this summer! Super hot 🥵

[falalalala in reply to stepsforNeeC]

Sounds fun!

[carolek572 CommunityAmbassador]

Sounds like you need someone to help and keep you company, falalalala ? Perhaps another goof ball?

[falalalala in reply to carolek572]

😅😅😅

[Xvettech]

I hate leaving a trail 😂. I hope you didn’t hurt yourself!

[falalalala in reply to Xvettech]

Nope, thanks😀

[Xvettech in reply to falalalala]

Good! Your welcome

[hairbrain4]

Congratulations! You won the most things dropped in one area without giving up award!🏅🏆 I think we've all had a day or two like that but at least you are laughing about it. I want to commend you for not giving up! ⭐ I would have screamed for help after the 2nd or 3rd try. 💕🤗

[falalalala in reply to hairbrain4]

Oh, I thought about it!😆

[hairbrain4 in reply to falalalala]

But you persevered & your husband got the mental vibes from you & showed up!🤗

[falalalala in reply to hairbrain4]

He usually avoids me when I do anything mental😂

[hairbrain4 in reply to falalalala]

He must be learning that avoidance doesn't pay 😂😂

[falalalala in reply to hairbrain4]

😅😅😅

[greaterexp]

You two are quite the team!

[falalalala]

thanks

[Robsmom]

We all have those days, keep pushing forward. Sounds like you and your husband are a great team.

[falalalala in reply to Robsmom]

Thanks, we have a lot of fun together

[goatgal]

NeeC is alsolutely right on! We all do have days like this!! You and Mr. Donut of Despair are well matched in the sense of humor quality. When we have an experience like this, it's so much better to turn it into a funny story and laugh at ourselves than to mope or have a pity party. Though laughter sometimes comes through tears (frustration, not self pity) it is good for the soul. I hope your date with the guy with the pruning tools makes you able to bend at the waist again soon.

[falalalala in reply to goatgal]

Thanks

[Frances_B]

I know the "dropsy" feeling well - but have an unfortunate tendency to do it with a full plate or bowl which contains my dinner ! I have become well versed in the 5 second "rule" but sometimes you just ignore it because the amount of effort required to have to prepare another meal (even if it were to be just toast) is just too overwhelming to contemplate. "Grabbers" don't work so well on casseroles or salad, and picking up a serve of green peas would take until the end of next week...........

Put a hand loop (make one out of string if necessary) on the grabber and slip your hand through it while said grabber is still on your table or benchtop or whatever. That way if you drop it will still be tethered to you and your can have a second go at picking stuff up - and a third go, and a fourth, and and and - depending on how times you "drop" the grabber or how many things you need to pick up.

[falalalala in reply to Frances_B]

Good idea, for sure.

I'm learning to do my artwork with my left hand but it's a long process. Fine motor skills in both hands is affected by Dupuytren's and MS. !@!@#$%T

[CatsandCars]

"Donut of despair!" 🤣🤣

[falalalala in reply to CatsandCars]

Even after his comment, I still love donut.

He once told me of his plan to modify his diet by saying,"It's either do it or donut!"

We think a lot about donuts over here.😂

[CatsandCars in reply to falalalala]

You guys are so funny. I love how you two have such a great sense of humor about everything. I'm so glad that you have each other.

Now I'm going to be thinking about donuts, too! 😂

[CatsandCars in reply to falalalala]

I also admire your restraint. Whenever I get frustrated with something, particularly in the kitchen, my hubby will always say "Are you okay in there?" or "Do you need help?" He knows to ask because of all the swearing. 😂

[falalalala in reply to CatsandCars]

😅😅I too, let loose on occasion.

Great stress reliever and it sounds great!😅

[CatsandCars in reply to falalalala]

Yes, it does help with stress and frustration!

[falalalala in reply to CatsandCars]

Don't forget, winning friends and influencing people😆😆

[CatsandCars in reply to falalalala]

Great point! 😆😆

[Tazmanian]

As long as you are okay everything else will be fine

[falalalala in reply to Tazmanian]

Yep!

[AquaZumbaFan]

I totally get the donut of despair!! Way to not give up!!

[falalalala in reply to AquaZumbaFan]

😀