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Fall is in the Air
Looking at the weather today, it is hard to believe that a week ago it was 91 degrees and humid. What a difference a week makes. It seems good to feel the cool night air and think about hand knit … Continue reading
Busy Dyeing Days
Before I left for a visit to my sister’s family for the 4th of July I was busy dyeing some lovely fiber and yarn. I spent several days in my dye studio and am pleased with the results. One yarn … Continue reading
We made it safely home last night after a lovely day in Saranac Lake and Lake Placid. The smoke I smelled yesterday came from wild fires in southwest Quebec. The wind was blowing from the north and the smoke was … Continue reading
I’m Back
Just a quick post to say I am back in Massena and trying to get my life reorganized after having been away for a month. I am really looking forward to getting some dyeing done, and happy that the temperatures … Continue reading
My Dear Sister Jane
Jane Elizabeth Gardner-Duffany February 3, 1958-March 4, 2010 Jane died peacefully last night, with a few of the many who loved her by her side. When we were talking about her funeral and what poems she would like read, I … Continue reading
A Quick Update
I am still with my sister and her family. All is quiet at the moment, so I thought I would take the opportunity to write a brief post. Jane is still with us, surrounded by love and caring in the … Continue reading
Temporary Interruption
I am having to take a break from blogging, and I am sorry I did not convey this sooner. My sister is at the end of her life, and I am with her until I am no longer needed. I … Continue reading
Spinning on a Great Wheel
I was invited to my friend Andrea’s house today for lunch and to try to spin on her antique great wheel. It will be interesting to try. Trina is going too and she is very talented at spindle spinning, so … Continue reading
Please Help the Victims of the Haitian Earthquake
If you have the opportunity, and feel that the desire to help the victims of the earthquake in Haiti, one way to help is to make a donation to Doctors Without Borders. The reason I like to donate to them … Continue reading