Hobby, playtime and children. A bond, a source of fulfillment, of inspiration and fun that creates lasting childhood memories. The word “hobby” is derived from the French word “haut” meaning “play” or “dance.” Hobby includes games, crafts, athletics, riding, model airplane flights, stargazing, watching sports, playing music, making jewelry, music, cooking, gardening, woodworking and other hobbies.
Hobbies are an important part of our lives. They enrich our thinking and offer ways to relax, entertain and give us pleasure. They bring joy and happiness into our homes and provide many opportunities for personal growth, social interaction, and lifelong learning. Here are some ideas for bringing more joy to your hobby time:
Hobbies in the Victorian era included “peasants’ baking, knitting and crocheting, fishing, cycling, painting, spinning, and waitressing. These pursuits took on new forms as the century progressed and more people became involved in them. Craftsmen began to decorate their homes and produce ornamental objects and furniture using new materials. Hobbies became popular items that were advertised in many publications and became known as collectibles.
In the early 20th century, there was a trend toward “efficiency” in everything including clothing, household products, automobiles and even stamp collecting. Hobbies such as sewing, embroidery, painting and woodworking became popular hobbies. For the industrial revolution, the assembly line moved into hobby manufacturing. Shoe and boot polish manufacturing became part of the industrial revolution. This included the hobby of shoe making.
One of the most interesting examples of a hobby becoming a passion is the hobby of bird-watching. As the years have progressed, bird-watching has become a more than just a hobby; it has become an obsession for many people. People will spend thousands of dollars to watch different species of birds in their natural habitat. Bird watching is a fascinating activity that involves a great deal of scientific knowledge about various species. Bird-watching clubs have been formed all over the world with people taking great interest in bird-watching in their own backyard.
In the early 21st century, hobbies are an important way to enhance leisure time. Hobbies are enjoyable activities that do not require money, commitment, or special skills. The early 21st century has seen many changes in many of our hobbies. Some hobbies have become less common as newer technology has taken over. Hobbies such as stamp collecting and bird watching have remained as popular pastimes because these activities require little investment and involve little technological knowledge.
