Have you ever given up a hobby or dream that you truly loved? I gave up a lot of my dreams in order to be a good submissive wife. I never realized how much I had lost until recently. I quit college to be a homemaker (raise the kids), I quit crocheting, sewing, and needle work because it took time away from him and my duties, and I somewhere along the way I quit being who I am. I believe when you give up on your dreams or hobbies for someone else then you truly give up a part of you. I have recently begun my dreams again, and that part of me that I lost is coming to life again. 2012 may give some the opportunity to diet, focus on family or career, but I hope it will give me the part of myself that I lost long ago.
Hobbies and dreams are a purpose in life...they can bring you peace, bring you joy, bring you happiness, and bring you love. Don't give them up!