40 Plus Years In The Making.

I think it was in the summer

of my 28th year.

That my Mom sat down with me and

taught me to crochet a granny square.

 I made about 6 or 7 and quit . . .

I thought it was boring :)

 Now I wanted to learn so badly that I 

purchased a book.

It's a good book, if you have someone

to work you through it,

but trying to lean from it was a waste for me.

So I looked at the finished pictures,

counted stitches and kept trying 

until I figured it out. 

As I tried making them . . . the lessons that 

my Mom gave me started coming back.

That was over 40 years ago:)

So once I got one to look right

I started making more.

I can see a throw  . . . it's not here

yet, 
but by Spring it will be spread 

across my bed :)

 I even have my Mom's hooks.

She kept them in this metal cigar tin. 

Funny I can't remember any cigar smokers in our family, 
but we did live near Tampa, FL when I was in kindergarten. 

I have no idea how old it is, but it does

make a great little case.

Thanks Mom!

Do you have a Mom, Aunt or Sister to thank

for spending time with you and teaching you 

a craft or skill of some kind?

Have a lovely day...
Keep Smiling.

Your blogging sister,
Connie :)

For The New Baby Across The Street

We have a new member to our neighborhood.
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I hope she likes this blanket 
and
that it will make her feel warm and cozy this winter.

 It's not fancy, because I'm a beginner to crochet,
but I'm having fun learning :)

Keep Smiling :)

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Your blogging sister, 
Connie

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Looking Out My Window

Lean Upon your windowsill 
and look out at the beauty of nature . . .

gaze upon the face of the Lord.

With this vision held deep in your heart,

Turn to meet your day.

It's  a fresh new day,with endless possibilities. 

I'm teaching myself to crochet with this . . .
and with "You Tube" videos.

it's going to be a long winter
&
this girl always needs a project.
Do you crochet?

Thank you for visiting,
and may your day be filled with joy:)

Keep Smiling,
Your blogging sister, Connie :)