Thursday, October 3, 2024

Settling Back Into Cabin Life After the Fire in Wrightwood, California

 


The above photo was taken in blue Iceland.  The nature there is stark and memorable.  The homes are small, simple and uniform.   It gets very cold!  People live very simply and are happy with what they have.  


Speaking of cold, I finished my Nicole Shawl!  It is very warm and cozy.  It will be a lovely wrap to wear in Wrightwood during our cold winters.  It kept me comfortable as a lap blanket on my flight home, too.  I can’t wait to show my knitting teacher and the ladies who helped me on Ravelry.


Norway gives off a fairytale like quality.  The mists made it feel dreamy.  I love that little house on the edge, by the water.  The views from my balcony were breathtaking.


Cruising through the fjords was a spectacular experience!  It was so clear and bright.  We were very fortunate with the weather.  I would love to do this cruise again someday.  It was far more than I had expected, on every level.

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  1. It sounds like you had a lovely time on your cruise. I'm glad your shawl turned out so well. :)

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    1. Thanks, Bless. It was an incredible trip. Hope you are staying cool. TheAwakenedSoul

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  2. That shawl is so very lovely and will keep you snuggly warm. Well done. xx

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    1. Thank you, Joy. I am thrilled with it. I found the pattern very challenging in the early stages. TheAwakenedSoul

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  3. The shawl is stunning. What a wonderful cruise. I'm so glad you had such a memorable time.

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    1. Thanks, Anita. The cruise was incredible, and I came home with the completed shawl. A double win. Looking forward to seeing your afghan.

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  4. I'm glad you had a wonderful trip, Stephenie! Your shawl looks fabulous.
    I love Icelandic thrillers and TV Noir but I'd hate the cold! xxx

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  5. Thanks, Vic. You can watch Iceland and Norway on TV. That shawl is my new favorite.

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  6. Love Norway! I helped my daughter move to Bergen (she did university exchange, now back). It was just so beautiful!

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    1. Me, too, Christina. We stopped in Bergen. What a gorgeous place for your daughter to live.

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  7. That shawl will really be welcome in the winter months. I haven't been on Ravelry for a very long time.

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  8. Hi Cherie, It sure will. I love Ravelry.

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  9. It looks beautiful, Stephenie. What a magical trip. Xx

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    1. Thank you, Jules. It was a magical experience. I loved the itinerary.

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