I Inherited My grandmothers China. A truly beautiful set, that I always keep put up as I am afraid to use it! My granfather bought it for her, Its Noritake', made in Occupied Japan. So, because of this, I am terribley afraid that I may chip it, or break a piece. It's currently wrapped thouroughly in bubble wrap and kept in a sturdy tote, safe away from the kids and the Hubby, lol
Getting my fingers dirty is very relaxing....I work in my garden to get away from the teenage bickering and bossiness. There, I listen to the beautiful birds chirp away as I "scratch" the dirt for my next seedling. It is so relaxing!