My dear grandmother passed away on June 14, 2008. This was really unexpected even with how ill she was - at least to me. She died of hospital induced pneumonia along with many other complications. Apparently, this type of pneumonia is very resistant to antibiotics - and it was because they were blasting it with 3 different heavy duty ones. I can't really believe she's gone - I know she was 89 which by any standards is a remarkable life but I just never thought it would happen. I was able to speak the eulogy at her funeral which was an honor because she was such an amazing woman. I will miss her. This picture was taken on Christmas Day - 4 generations of women. Grandma, my daughter Laura, me and my grand daughter, Quinn.I have been knitting - I took some time off from the shop - and spent long hours with knitting in my lap. This project is excellent for keeping your mind occupied - not to mention the gorgeous results.
Iris by Susan PandorfSilk Twist by Handmaiden (have you tried this yet? you really, really should!)
And for when I haven't felt like concentrating, I've started this. My version of the Ombre Alpaca Blanket from Last Minute Knitted Gifts. It's done with 30 skeins of timiQuipa Sportweight Alpaca for a total cost of just over $210 - much better than the $450 Blue Sky Alpaca version.
It's super soft and not a bit scratchy. This yarn is a keeper.
3 comments:
Hi Connie
Sorry to hear about your grandma.
I know it is hard to see them go.
take care and keep knitting.
Jackie
COnnie,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Grandma - it doesn't matter what age they are, it's never easy to let them go.
Dearest Connie: I am so sorry to hear of your Grandmother's passing. I know she was greatly loved by you and your family and I am sure she knew that. Glad that you can find solace in knitting, hugs to you and your family.
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