It's funny, isn't it, to feel that reluctance about wearing the patched garments out in the world--because of course they are beautiful and, as you say, deserve to be lauded for all the care and living they embody (like old people for that matter). Thanks for the reminder to go further afield in my favorite, obviously well loved garments....
Glad you had a great trip and are reunited with the charming Beryl. Thanks for all those podcast references. Very inspiring. My knitting and crocheting has expanded to visible mending and patchwork from old curtains...
OH, as Elizabeth alluded to above, what better thing than to relish our visible mending and the joy of letting glorious cloth evolve from one use to another. After all, we do it too, do we not?
My heart skipped a happy beat with the video of those redwoods. Oh my! We have some lovely trees down here in SC but we don't have trees like that! Did you know we also have a Fort Bragg out east? It's actually an Army base in NC. The only reason I know that is because my (now ex) Army son used to live there. I can tell sweet Beryl is glad to have you home... her relaxing by your feet as you worked that milkweed told the tale. Is there anything better than a beloved dog at your side as you do whatever you do? I'm doubly lucky because I have two! Now I'm off to explore all the wonderful links. As a newbie to the weaving world, not only have I fallen in love with the craft but also the people. I have found weavers to be so very wonderful. Sensitive, loving people who care about fellow humans and the world. I'm realizing now I am infinitely lucky and so grateful for you and weavers and weaving and moss covered trees.
OH Golly Ellen, I'm so thrilled to have you in this weaving community. And you are right about how much the people make it even richer. Perhaps it has to do with the noticing pattern or color, or texture, or rhythm or hand or ALL of them at once that helps us also notice and savor the loveliness of one another? And our dogs..
I was feeling bad that you were in my neck of the woods and I was unaware, but you were 2 toll bridges and 200+ miles north of where I am. So glad is was a good trip. And what a happy little tune that you make look so easy to play. Reminds me of one of those Celtic/Appalachian reels. Hugs to beautiful Beryl who I am sure missed you like mad.
Two toll bridges and 200 miles-- that is quite a stretch though I imagine a lovely one. Several people flew into (or live in and drove up from) the San Francisco area, and it sounded both beautiful and long. It would have been such a treat to meet you in person, though the gathering was kept deliberately small because of Covid, which is why I didn't really say much about it here. As for the reels -- YES! Off to California fits nicely into that Celtic/Appalachian world of tunes. Do you play them too?
Alas, no, I no longer play music. I formerly played piano and a little guitar. But I recognize the music from my youth back east. Thank you so much for replying to my comment.
Wonderful Article Suzanne. Thank you. I could almost hear Kathryn's voice as I read it, and feel the sense of her being, as she calls herself, "an Uplifter." So inspiring.
Ah, two Aussie girls. Nice that they have each other when you do have to leave them, but oh, isn't it hard? The other day I was walking Beryl and a young woman asked to pet her. "A heeler fan?" I asked. "Aussies," she said. "A herding dog fan..." IT's a thing for sure, eh?
I know nothing about weaving so why am I here? It’s you girl... gorp and milkweed and four letter words...you’re pretty fascinating and mighty entertaining for such a small fry.
Keep on being you and making me smile at your adventures!
Gosh Elaine, It was joyful indeed to get to spend time with you. What a treat. And I, too, am so glad I was able to do it. Stepping out the front door can be a marvelous thing to do, eh? Especially with campfires and singing and tapestry and friends...
Brilliant! The images you shared of your road trip were like being on the trip too. And the event you attended sounds fascinating. Thank so much for sharing and for your fabulous art.
Thank you for the wonderful serenade and here's to helping create a world where mended and patched garments are lauded as a badge of care
It's funny, isn't it, to feel that reluctance about wearing the patched garments out in the world--because of course they are beautiful and, as you say, deserve to be lauded for all the care and living they embody (like old people for that matter). Thanks for the reminder to go further afield in my favorite, obviously well loved garments....
Glad you had a great trip and are reunited with the charming Beryl. Thanks for all those podcast references. Very inspiring. My knitting and crocheting has expanded to visible mending and patchwork from old curtains...
OH, as Elizabeth alluded to above, what better thing than to relish our visible mending and the joy of letting glorious cloth evolve from one use to another. After all, we do it too, do we not?
My heart skipped a happy beat with the video of those redwoods. Oh my! We have some lovely trees down here in SC but we don't have trees like that! Did you know we also have a Fort Bragg out east? It's actually an Army base in NC. The only reason I know that is because my (now ex) Army son used to live there. I can tell sweet Beryl is glad to have you home... her relaxing by your feet as you worked that milkweed told the tale. Is there anything better than a beloved dog at your side as you do whatever you do? I'm doubly lucky because I have two! Now I'm off to explore all the wonderful links. As a newbie to the weaving world, not only have I fallen in love with the craft but also the people. I have found weavers to be so very wonderful. Sensitive, loving people who care about fellow humans and the world. I'm realizing now I am infinitely lucky and so grateful for you and weavers and weaving and moss covered trees.
OH Golly Ellen, I'm so thrilled to have you in this weaving community. And you are right about how much the people make it even richer. Perhaps it has to do with the noticing pattern or color, or texture, or rhythm or hand or ALL of them at once that helps us also notice and savor the loveliness of one another? And our dogs..
I was feeling bad that you were in my neck of the woods and I was unaware, but you were 2 toll bridges and 200+ miles north of where I am. So glad is was a good trip. And what a happy little tune that you make look so easy to play. Reminds me of one of those Celtic/Appalachian reels. Hugs to beautiful Beryl who I am sure missed you like mad.
Two toll bridges and 200 miles-- that is quite a stretch though I imagine a lovely one. Several people flew into (or live in and drove up from) the San Francisco area, and it sounded both beautiful and long. It would have been such a treat to meet you in person, though the gathering was kept deliberately small because of Covid, which is why I didn't really say much about it here. As for the reels -- YES! Off to California fits nicely into that Celtic/Appalachian world of tunes. Do you play them too?
Alas, no, I no longer play music. I formerly played piano and a little guitar. But I recognize the music from my youth back east. Thank you so much for replying to my comment.
It's hard to put into words how much I enjoy your posts. So calm and peaceful in such a strange world. Many thanks.
Gosh Judy -- I can't thank you enough for these words. They are all I can hope for.
As ever a delight ❤️
What a fine adventure. Welcome home and thank you for sharing - everything!
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Wonderful Article Suzanne. Thank you. I could almost hear Kathryn's voice as I read it, and feel the sense of her being, as she calls herself, "an Uplifter." So inspiring.
Oh, happy reunion with the lovely Beryl. It kills me to leave my Aussie girls (shepherds, they are — merles, one red, one blue).
Ah, two Aussie girls. Nice that they have each other when you do have to leave them, but oh, isn't it hard? The other day I was walking Beryl and a young woman asked to pet her. "A heeler fan?" I asked. "Aussies," she said. "A herding dog fan..." IT's a thing for sure, eh?
The BEST subject line ever!
I know nothing about weaving so why am I here? It’s you girl... gorp and milkweed and four letter words...you’re pretty fascinating and mighty entertaining for such a small fry.
Keep on being you and making me smile at your adventures!
Carly R
Oh Geez Carly. Wow. Thanks. You make me smile too.
I don’t have words for the feeling of connection among this powerful connected group. Thanks for sharing.
Oh golly Dee. Wow. I'm so happy to hear this. And isn't it amazing that we're all here? I feel so fortunate.
What a lovely, lovely trip -- and a concert on top of all that!! Thank you so much❤️
Thank you so much for making the trip to Fort Bragg. It was such a joy all around!
Yes there is no place like home I understand that but … I was so glad to were able to be there with us all💓
Gosh Elaine, It was joyful indeed to get to spend time with you. What a treat. And I, too, am so glad I was able to do it. Stepping out the front door can be a marvelous thing to do, eh? Especially with campfires and singing and tapestry and friends...
Brilliant! The images you shared of your road trip were like being on the trip too. And the event you attended sounds fascinating. Thank so much for sharing and for your fabulous art.
Voyage très sympathique!!