Picture Perfect #MFRWauthor

Many of the prompts in the 52 weeks-52 posts challenge dare the participating authors to reveal something personal about themselves. This week we are supposed to dish about our hobbies when not writing. Now the easy way out would be to use the hobbies my characters enjoy. But this week, I've decided to go with the intent of the program.

Over the years I've dabbled in photography. Another activity (one unfortunately that is no longer available in my area) is to volunteer at historical museums. I've donned period costumes to give tours, coordinated events, and managed the museum and its collections. And of course, wrote material for the organization such as interpretive programs and documentaries.

Even if you write your manuscript using pen and paper, being an author requires a lot of typing. Handcraft projects help keep fingers nimble and flexible. Beadwork, crocheting, knitting, and cross-stitch embroidery not only serve the one purpose, they provide a creative outlet as well.

Now I've revealed some hobbies, what's yours? Leave a comment if you will. And be sure to check out the posts of the other authors who have challenged themselves to reveal their inner selves and their writing lives.

~till next time, Helen