Hello there, loves! Happy Sunday. :) Thank you so much for all the well wishes. I am nearly at 100% now and could not be more grateful. While very little knitting happened, a few stitches were added to projects here and there. Most of last weekend and weeknights were spent cuddling with tea and Harry Potter marathons...which can never be bad, right?
My birthday was last Saturday and while I wasn't feeling so great, I was never not grateful because it could always be worse and at least I wasn't spending my time in the hospital. :) I was able to spend some time with my family, which was a gift in itself. Above is my new favorite birthday card from my sister- why, because she gets my humor.
Since I have nothing to show in the way of knitting, how about if I share with you this beautiful blanket my sister made for me for my birthday. It is the softest bundle of love! She also made me a pillow, but I have yet to get a good photo of it so I will share it with you next week.
Apologies again for delaying the drawing for the skein of Wooly Wonka Fibers...
Random number has spoken and the winner is~
No. 29
What a tough choice! I love the idea of Nimue Sock for a shawl, and "Black Forest" caught my eye immediately. But then there's Rhiannon Sock in "Carnivale", too...
Congratulations, Floribunda! I will be emailing you shortly to get your mailing details. Thank you- Wooly Wonka Fibers for the beautiful prize donation!
Alright, loves time to leave you with a song and wish you the best day.
XO
andi
Glad to read you had a happy birthday and that you are feeling better. I hope you don’t mind a question about Harry Potter. I am a retired teacher; I read the first book when it came out so I could see what all the excitement was about. I was very impressed with Rowling’s writing. However, I never read any of the other books, nor have I seen the movies. You look great in your photograph, so I doubt you are retired, but you are clearly not a 20-something either. I was wondering what appeal the Harry Potter series has for you? I have been pondering listening to the books on Audible.
Posted by: Sandra | 09/16/2018 at 09:30 AM
I hope you continue to feel better and a belated Happy Birthday. I have been on a Harry Potter marathon myself lately. I can't believe homw mus=ch I have missed the movies and see so much more every time I view them.
Posted by: Meredith Morgan | 09/16/2018 at 09:52 AM
Happy belated birthday and glad you are feeling better. Hopefully, this week brings nothing but good things .... like bulldogs pooping rainbows!!!
Posted by: Dee | 09/16/2018 at 10:46 AM
Happy Belated Birthday! A few of my favorite people were born in September
Posted by: g.b. | 09/16/2018 at 11:09 AM
The new blanket is beautiful. What a wonderful birthday gift. I hope you continue to feel better this week. Take good care.
Posted by: Jane | 09/16/2018 at 12:06 PM
your sister is AWESOME!! love the blanket - I'm glad you are feeling better and I hope you get even more better than ever and become a super speedy knitter (ha!)
Posted by: karen | 09/16/2018 at 02:18 PM
Happy belated birthday! Lovely crochet blanket from your sister. May you continue to improve and wish you good health Andi. My sister was born in September...Virgo! Take care dear Andi!
Posted by: Angela | 09/16/2018 at 03:10 PM
Happy birthday! That blanket looks great.
Posted by: Chris | 09/16/2018 at 03:39 PM
Glad you are feeling a bit better, and that you got to celebrate with gratitude! That song- makes me think of my little James, when he gets all grown up. :)
Posted by: Julie | 09/17/2018 at 06:54 AM
Happy Birthday! That card is fantastic! And that blanket your sister made you! You must be feeling VERY special right now! I'm glad to hear you're feeling better; it's amazing what a few days of Harry Potter can do for a person :)
Posted by: Kat | 09/17/2018 at 08:23 AM
cute card with the rainbow coming out of his rear!
I truly love that crocheted blanket your sister made for you -- that is such wonderful sister love.
Posted by: Diane | 09/17/2018 at 01:57 PM
So glad to see you are on the mend. :) Keep taking it easy and look after yourself.
Your birthday blanket gift is stunning. Happy birthday from me as well. Hugs. xx
And yes, dogs makes rainbows too. Not just unicorns. At least, I can definitely say that my dog at least think so too. :)
Take care and happy knitting when you can.
xx
Posted by: Joey B | 09/18/2018 at 05:29 AM
Happy Birthday! What a beautiful gift! I really want to have crochet blanket but have no desire to make one yet... I need to get on the good side of a crocheter :) I hope you continue to feel better and better!
Posted by: Cortney B | 09/18/2018 at 06:00 AM
Happy belated birthday! And so great to hear you are feeling much better! I also try to remind myself of all good things in my life instead of focusing on challenges right now, and it really helps to shift your mindset! Stay well!
Posted by: Alina | 09/18/2018 at 08:07 AM
Happy Birthday . That blanket looks so lovely.
Posted by: kathy b | 09/19/2018 at 08:59 AM
Happy belated birthday Andi! The card is really cute and the blanket is a wonderful gift. Great to know you are better!
Posted by: asteride | 09/21/2018 at 01:46 PM
I'm sorry you were unwell again but yay for celebrating one's birthday with loved ones. I love that your sister hooked that for you. I'm going up to my mama's tomorrow for a taco fiesta in honor of my passed birthday. I can't wait.
Posted by: stefanie | 09/21/2018 at 09:00 PM
I hope you had a nice birthday, and I hope you are feeling better.
Posted by: Deborah Eichel | 09/23/2018 at 07:36 AM
Happy Belated Birthday Andi. Always wishing you the best.
Posted by: ellen | 09/24/2018 at 03:35 PM