I received a large envelope filled with lavender sachets yesterday. Anita, (who comments here regularly,) mailed me a generous amount from her garden. I have them in all of my drawers now. The mailbox was filled with the scent. It is divine and intoxicating!
I finished the picot hem on the Baby Eyelet Cardi today. The little details make such a difference. This one has kind of a scalloped look to the edging. Tomorrow I will start working on the sleeves. I plan to do them on dpn's.
I've been planning and researching an upcoming trip. I've really got the travel bug, I think it's my age. I enjoy thinking about and taking short jaunts around California. There are so many places that I still want to see: Yosemite, San Diego, Mammoth...
Making travel arrangements from home is so convenient now. You can arrange for your flight or train, print out your boarding pass, and reserve your hotel room online. It's like being your own travel agent. My latest journeys have been to see friends. (and shows with people that I knew when I was performing.) It's always a treat to get together and reconnect. . Some of these relationships go back thirty years. The memories warm my heart.
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Very sweet of Anita! And the baby cardigan looks so pretty. I think babies look best in white! (Even cute in just a white undershirt). So true about making travel arrangements. And you probably can be sure there are no mistakes! Memories are wonderful! Andrea
ReplyDeleteThat makes sense, Andrea. The white yarn shows off the knitting stitches and patterns well, too. I like the vision of a baby in a white undershirt. They look so sweet in their christening blankets. Yes, it was very kind of Anita.
DeleteLavender is one of my favourite scents, so calming. How lovely to receive such a gift in the mail. I would have my head stuck in the mailbox inhaling deeply:D
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Hi Meg, Yes, it really filled the wooden mailbox with the essence of lavender perfume. It was quite a moment for the senses.
DeleteI am so happy you liked the lavender. Lavender is one of those fragrances that people either love or hate. The plants are so easy to grow here in southern California. I agree-trips within California are wonderful. The difference between the east and west side of the Sierra Nevada Mountains is extreme and awe inspiring. Yosemite is one of my favorite places to visit and hike. Mammoth is special to us because my family is from the Inyo Valley. Love the sweet baby sweater. I am looking forward to seeing the final product.
ReplyDeleteThanks again, Anita. My brother and dad love the smell of lavender, too. I will have to plant it again. I will post a photo of the sweater once it's done.
DeleteWhat a thoughtful gift from Anita.
ReplyDeleteCan you use it in your soaps?
I too love traveling. Even planing a trip is something I really enjoy. :)
I've been to CA only once (San Diego) and I loved it. Looking forward to reading about your trips.
Hi Nil, Yes, I could use it in the soaps. Maybe I will steep some in the olive oil. I agree. There is nothing like traveling. It really opens up the vistas of the mind.
ReplyDeleteI love lavender and always make a large jar of lavender sugar. It adds a lovely taste to scones and cakes
ReplyDeleteI had forgotten about lavender sugar, Cherie. Thank you for reminding me. I love it in sugar cookies, too.
Deletethe baby jacket is beautiful! The lavender is such a beautiful gift, its the gift that keeps on giving,, it lasts so long, I dry lavender every summer too and its my favorite scent,, I cannot fly because of my brain injury so I will enjoy reading about your trips!
ReplyDeleteThanks Laurie. That's too bad that you can no longer fly. Train travel is also exciting and scenic.
DeleteEnjoy your time with friends, nothing is better than dear friends. Have a lovely weekend.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mereknits. I agree. Close friends are good for the soul. They make me feel young and happy.
DeleteZhis baby Jacket is absolutly beautiful and the lavander gift i'ts a good idea!
ReplyDeleteBye and a good day! (Excuse me for my english)
Thank you, Fabricole. I love your hand knits.
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