A Year by the Sea

My yarn has arrived for the Wobbly Circles Tote KAL. Aren't these colors luscious? Mmm-mmm! They are resting in an antique sewing box that belonged to my sweet mother. So precious to me. She has the matching one that belonged to her mother.

It will be felted and sent to one of my sisters. Another project and ready to start! Imagine this bag in the above colors---simply stunning!

Time to get ready for another fun book swap at the Knit the Classics! This time it is a mystery swap for April's Fools Day.  So, I'm thinking about a good classic mystery for my swap partner. Suggestions, anyone?

Here are some favorite passages from the incredible writer Joan Anderson in her book, A Year by the Sea:

p.136 "When you see those you love infrequently, it takes time to reestablish honest connection....Adjusting the level...In search of perfect harmony."

p. 137 "'Don't you know feelings aren't thoughts? They're not always something you can talk about or explain. They're just what they are -- feelings!'"

p. 138 "Just let whatever comes flow through you and then away."

"Oh, God, let me enjoy the pleasure of being graceful."

The point is not to pay back kindness but to pass it on. --- Julia Alvarez