My Foundation Has Been Shattered . . .

How does it feel when the person in your life that you love so much, but sometimes takes for granted is gone!  How empty it feels.  You want to tell them something, but they are not there anymore.  My mother is gone, past away in one day.  She was here on a Friday morning and on the very next day, Saturday she has left all of her children, family and friends.  So unexpected.  I miss her so much I can't bear it.  It has been just one month today, this painful emptiness.  I want my mother back, I didn't even get a chance to say goodbye!

Winter Pleasures

The snow seems to not be melting fast enough for my tastes here in Chicago.  But one of the benefits of living in a city where it snows A LOT, we get to wear fabulous knits made from soft, warm yarns.  I have chosen a few selections of hand knitted and crocheted pieces from some of my favorite designers on Etsy.

 

1. You can definitely keep out those harsh winds and keep your neck and chest warm with a RIONA Hand Knitted Cardigan by Ovejanegra.
2. Weddings never stop as love is 24/7 everyday of the year.  This Ivory Gorgeous Mohair Shrug/Bolero - Bridal Shrug, hand crocheted by Reflectionsbyds is romantic and beautiful and is a perfect complement to your bridal day.
3. And after the wedding comes the precious baby!  Isn't this such an adorable Green Ribbed Baby Cocoon and Hat, hand knitted by OopsIKnitItAgain, to snuggle and keep your new baby nice and cozy.
4. Doesn't it sometimes feel like the air conditioner is blowing in your office even when it's freezing outside.  Well styled this Huge Big Lemon Green Cowl from Berniolie to keep you warm and cozy inside.

Getting There

 

Backbone Studio

Here is a vintage typewriter that is on exhibit at the Museum and Science and Industry in Chicago.  Typing on this typewriter today would make the typist go real slow.  That's how my blog is going, slow but steady.