Blessings

Ok, back again.  Consistency has not been my strong suit here.  I have been merrily knitting away and have found lots of value in it as a stress reducer and a way to stay in the present moment.  Seriously considering doing a group for those with Anxiety.  Teach them to knit or crochet and have regular meet-ups about knitting and conversation, sharing strategies, etc.  No idea about how many people would be interested. 

Business has been successful - new clients filling in when others finish up.  I am fortunate in my suite mate, garnering some referrals from her as well.  I do need a break though.  Feeling a little burnt out, need some time for R&R - alone.  I get a four day weekend every week and feel a little guilty for asking for it, but I feel the need to get away.

Kids are growing like weeds with Isaiah towering over me and Annalisa inching up.  They are active this summer in Swimming (Annalisa) and Laker Basketball Camp (Isaiah)  Love them so much. 

So, doing art, therapy and enjoying the kids keeps me counting my blessings.  What blessings do you have to count?

Knitting

Officially blogging again! I have picked up the knitting needles again after 20 years and am fast becoming a yarn snob!  Karen at ABC's Of Creative Pursuits store has converted me.  I have many patterns saved on Ravelry.com and am currently working on three projects.  Knitting always reminds me of my Aunt Muriel.   She is the one who taught me to knit, was a taskmaster, but I learned well and I'm forever grateful to her.  She died several yeas ago, but lives on in the stitches I make.  Family traditions move on.  My mother did nothing in the way of crafts but my Croatian granmother croched and I have some of her pieces.  I treasure them.