the best thing about hard times is the moment when you feel like you've turned the corner and things just may be returning to normal
today I sit in a quiet house ~ no tv ~ no radio ~ and appreciate the silence
our health crisis is 99.9% behind us ~ I finally feel for the first time in 5 months that there's no need for any more worry
my daily routines are getting back to normal ~ I'm finding time to help those in need, instead of feeling needy
my wish for you in 2014 is that you have peace and joy and hope all throughout the upcoming year
thanks to everyone that is helping with Operation Alex ~ I can't thank you enough ~ the first batch of hats will be delivered this week and another later in the month as more are finished
hopefully we'll bring some joy and peace to a family that got off to a very difficult start this year ~ I am thankful for all of you
happy new year, all ~ Melissa
I wish you peace, joy and happiness too Melissa. I am glad things are turning around and you can breathe a little easier. I am thankful for you too...you inspire me!
ReplyDeleteI keep telling you the inspiring goes both ways, Tracey ~ I am thankful for you as well :)
Deletehappy 2014!
Let me know if you need more hats. That was the first time I saw Operation Alex. I'd be happy to contribute! Here's to a HEALTHY New Year! In the mean time I'm sending lots of prayers.
ReplyDeletethanks, Andee ~ I hadn't said anything about it on the blog til today (just mentioned it on Ravelry)
DeleteI'll leave it up to you...you have much on your plate already but if you find the time, I'm sure he would love one of your hand knits :)
I'm sorry to hear you've been put through the ringer but I'm glad to hear things are looking brighter. /hugs
ReplyDeletethanks, Melissa :) ~ hope you're finally feeling better!
Deleteso glad you are feeling peace melissa, and so glad the worry is almost all behind you. wishing you all the best in 2014, more peace and love, good health and lots of knitting. :)
ReplyDeletelove all your good wishes, but most of all the one for good health :)
Deletethanks, Lori
I love reading about my friends' good news. The Spire looks mah-velous!
ReplyDeleteit is great news, if I do say so myself :)
Deletethanks, Andrea (done yet??)
worrying is the worst but feeling that sweet relief is the best! Glad you are feeling better and can knit in peace :)
ReplyDeleteah, sweet relief ~ that's it in a nutshell, Karen!!!
DeleteGlad to hear things are heeled up :) yeah!
ReplyDelete'heeled' up ~ heh
Deleteyou funny lady :)
Turn that corner, and let out a big sigh of relief! You deserve it. Happy knitting, and I'll be sending Alex's hat out in the mail tomorrow, with a Penny Infinity Scarf for Alex's Mom.
ReplyDeletehow did I get so lucky to find you, Kelly? I don't recall but I'm so glad I did :)
Deleteyou are amazing
I'm glad you found Kelly too. In a short time I've been a recipient of her generosity (both of you really) and I'm just one person. You two have brought joy to a lot of people -- no doubt. {{Hugs}}
DeleteGood to know your life is settling back into a normal routine.
all we're doing is helping you do what you do, Penny ~ you do all the work :)
Deleteand thanks...life for the moment is blissfully, boringly normal...and I like it that way!