A week ago we became grandparents which has just got to be one of life's most delicious pleasures! Kaedin James van der Poel is wrapped in his blankie that I spent countless pleasant hours knitting - lots of love and prayers going into it as I stitched. It is 4 ply merino and Amy tells me it is really good because it is soft and fine enough to stay firmly wrapped around him, keeping him cosy without getting all bunched up.This morning we have enjoyed a slow start - the weather isn't much good for anything else and whilst sat up in bed I had some un-knitting to do. I am now making Kaedin a little Merino Cashmere jacket that will fit him next winter - but I somehow got out of step with the moss stitch while knitting and chatting to my friend last night - hence the rescue mission this morning! Moss stitch has a certain pleasant, mesmerizing rhythm about it which has you hiking along.... however woe betide any wee lapse in concentration and one stitch out and you're done for!
We have had a very busy few months and a feast of family occasions, a lovely engagement party for Steven and Amy, a happy, happy wedding day for Davieth and Annah, my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary celebrations and this new arrival! But wait there's more... we have another grandchild expected in December so we are feeling very blessed and our hearts are overflowing and fit to burst with thankfulness.
Beautiful baby boy. Looks like Steven I think. Congratulations on the safe arrival of your first grandchild Sharon.
ReplyDelete4 ply merino, I can imagine the hours of knitting with love. A wonderful blanket.
A long time since I knitted moss stitch but I remember the brain needing rythym programming, especially when knitting in company.
Oh look at the little treasure. I'm sure he's smiling ..feeling snug and safe in his blankie! So special. xoxo
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on not only becoming grandparents but also all of your other life events. I have been missing your blog and wondering how you were going :-) Take care Michele
ReplyDeleteCongratulations to you, this is a day i await with most excitemtment, and i hope that Pat meets a nice girl and doesn't take to long to make my a proud gran, grandchildren are a blessing i think that they are must be other than your own children the biggest blessing god can give us! Del
ReplyDeleteIt must be so satisfying seeing him all wrapped up and warm after the hours of knitting (and some un-knitting and re-knitting :D ) Great job Mama xo Erica
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