I am lucky.

I know I can sound whiny about things sometimes; time, space available, finances. But there's something that I have come to realize recently, and I feel it needs to be said.

I am lucky.

Not only to be able to take the time to do crafts like I do, but to have space to do them in, even if I feel I could use more.

I have access to saws and tools for working with wood, thanks to my Dad. I have access to sewing machines, and even an embroidery sewing machine, thanks to my Mom. I have access to information about both subjects due to their interest in the topics, and I have access to using their items, which is something that I feel I've been kinda taking for granted. I realize that, once I move out*, I won't have as ready access to these items as I do now, and I also won't have as ready access to my parents as I do right now.

Even though my Dad can grate on my nerves sometimes (and give me instantaneous stress headaches with his swearing), I am thankful for the access that both he and Mom have provided for me and my brother, in allowing us to follow through with what we want to do.

I think I shall see about getting both of them something nice for Father's and Mothers day, this year. ^^

*It will happen. maybe not this year or next year, but it will happen.