Here it is, the day before the big day. Other than having to run out in the madness
and fetch a few miscellaneous things, I’m ready. My daughter’s project is done with the exception
of one small finishing detail that I’ll do later today. All sweaters that were waiting on finishing
have been properly blocked, buttoned, and wrapped or readied for shipping
(yeah, so it’s a little late but hey, it’s done before Christmas). I still need to finish that blasted Christmas
blanket and one more sweater but since that deadline’s not until January, I’m
feeling pretty good about it. I’ve even
gotten my groceries for our Christmas dinners.
There’ll be two – one on Christmas Day for The Husband and my daughter
and one a few days later after my son and daughter-in-law get here. This way, I get to have both ham and turkey
for Christmas! While there was some talk
this year of obtaining and cooking a “turducken” for Christmas, which is a
local favorite, it turns out I’m not brave enough yet. Maybe next year.
For any of you who may be receiving a hand-knitted gift this
year, I want to encourage you to receive it with a true appreciation for the
investment of time and love woven into each one. I’ve learned that knitting for someone is a
very personal thing. If someone made you
something by hand, it says something about how special you are. So no matter what it looks like or if it’s
your color, cherish it. And because I’ve
taken a dive into the menopausal pool of hormonal torment, be especially nice
if you get one from me. I am living on
the edge of crazy and you don’t want
to be the one to push me over the edge.
Just ask The Husband. Last night
I cried for 30 minutes over a comment he made that two years ago would have
just warranted a dirty look. You’ve been
warned…
And so, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas! Thank you all for reading and I’ll catch you
on the other side of Christmas!
Merry Christmas Lisa!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Marilyn! Hope yours was wonderful too!
DeleteMerry Christmas and lavish praise for all the Christmas knitting!
ReplyDeleteThank you, my dear - lavish praise from you is a high honor indeed!
DeleteMerry Christmas Lisa! I hope you enjoy both your turkey and your ham, and the time with your family!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Kristie! It has been great to have family home as I'm sure it has been for you too!
DeleteHope you had a great Christmas, and that all knitted gifts were appropriately appreciated and then some :)
ReplyDeleteThanks, Susan! I hope your Christmas was merry as well! So far, all gifts have been received with much enthusiasm!
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