I was dutifully snipping the curves of a convex edge the other day, watching the fabric release so it could easily be joined to a concave edge right along the seamline. Just releasing a little tension at the fabric edge made the pieces join effortlessly.

My life is a tad more stressful than usual at the moment. I began to wonder what curves — obligations, self-imposed deadlines, items on the to-do list — I could snip to give me just enough breathing room to get through my days with a little less tension. I’m still trying to figure that out.

Thought for the day: What curved edges can you snip in your life, and why aren’t you doing it?