But I didn't.
I totally turned my back on all of that.
Instead, I searched my stash of thread, and came up with a combination that I liked, and hauled it upstairs to my Macomber loom.
Before long, I had the spools all wound, and was ready to wind some warp.
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It is a mix of different colors, different fibers, just my cuppa tea.
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Very soon, it was looking good.
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I plan on making some shawls, maybe some ruanas.
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The other cats came and went, but Miss Puss stayed with me the whole time, making sure I did what I was supposed to .
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By mid afternoon, I was weaving. I love it when a plan comes together.
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I listened to NPR, and the day just flew by.
I listened to a lot of things, including the President's talk about the state of the economy.
The thing that stuck with me at the end of the day was one sentence, from a show about the meaning of the soul.
'We are not physical beings having a spiritual experience, but we are spiritual beings having a physical experience.'
I am still chewing on that one.
This photo is not the best. But it made me think when I saw it on the screen. It reminds me of life. Sometimes it's blurry up close, and blurry way far out. But there is a place, somewhere in the middle, that everything is crystal clear.
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Back to real work tomorrow.
Lovely as usual. I am always so intrigued by what you are up to.
ReplyDeleteThat statement by the President - wow. I hope he means what he says...
I like the "blurry" close and far statement...It reminds me of, I think Rumi, who said something like..."out beyond ideas of right doing and wrong doing is a field, I'll meet you there."
ReplyDeleteThose colors are scrumptious. Just like my scarf. I love my scarf.
ReplyDeleteWow, whatever that ends up being, its beautiful! Loomin, is that what its called, is something I would love to try. I have only seen it done. I live in the southwest and have seen the Indian woman do it, but I have never had the opportunity. I love all you little throws all over your house, so cute.
ReplyDeleteI am new to blogging and ran across your blog ad have really enjoyed your little world. I just recently retired (early) and am trying to get into blogging. I end up reading so many that I have not really worked on mine. My retirement being so recent I am in an adjustment phase, I guess, my schedule is all mixed up! Who would of thought, all these years you just think one day it will be heaven. Well I am working on it! But just wanted to drop you a note, I really enjoyed your blog! Happy Holidays! Marla
Geez, excellent photos for describing your sentiment! Blurry bits are so important but what is in focus can not be ignored. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous color combo. on the cat, too :-)
ReplyDeleteSomedays we have to do something different.. That is what makes daily living a joy. I have varied projects I work on and it just keeps me from getting bored. Love your cats..~!
ReplyDeleteHave a great Wednesday...ta ta for now from Iowa.
Thank god you have the cats to keep you on track . . . .
ReplyDelete"life... Sometimes it's blurry up close, and blurry way far out. But there is a place, somewhere in the middle, that everything is crystal clear." ... wow, that is so profound! That will be my inspiration today, but I think I spend a lot of time living in the middle, the "NOW." I'm afraid to look to far into the future.
ReplyDeleteHilary, you always make me think. I am so very glad I found your blog.
ReplyDeleteWhat's the weft in your lovely new weaving?
I love that last pic and the sentiments that you posted for it. So true!
ReplyDeleteAnd that calico is gorgeous. Makes me miss my little calico I once had. (sigh)
WoW! Making me think. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThe things you make are so beautiful.
What a yummy combination of colors and it's so fascinating that you are using thread. ~Lili
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