Robyn's Shawl

Robyn's shawl
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Well, it is all done and I love it (hope she does too!). The yarn is lovely and soft, blocked beautifully. I love how the shawl will stay put on the shoulders. Actually, I'm so impressed I might even make one for myself.

Now I'm working on a top secret project which can't be shared here...just in case!

Life and stuff

Comfort Shawl
Originally uploaded by fitknit

I've decided to make a shawl that will sit properly on the shoulders without making the wearer feel like they are doing the equivalent of a 'hairflick' everytime there is a need to adjust. I found this one on knittingdaily and so far it is knitting up beautifully. The yarn is gorgeous yet discontinued, Bendy Caprice.

Today I discovered if I ask my 10yo to do something more than once, he will request I stop mothering him. So what am I supposed to do with my day now? My 13yo is being so nice I've asked numerous times if he has a detention coming up. Then, I discover my copy of 'Don't Sweat the Small Stuff' in his bedroom.

Maybe it works!

Many thanks for all your kind words on the loss of Teresa. I really appreciate all of those positive messages of support.

Sad, sad story

Blue Beret
Originally uploaded by fitknit

You may recall some time ago I made beret for a friend's daughter who wished to go to Paris. Her DD had cancer and at the time, things were looking up.

Sadly, Miss T lost her battle early Saturday morning. She was so courageous and will be missed forever.

As I sat with her parents yesterday, we cried then we laughed as we had to break open the 'emergency' pack of tissues. Amazingly life goes on...world keeps turning.

Sometimes I wish it would just stop for a little while so we could catch our breath.