tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-703986833050265474.post39019583591296830..comments2024-03-22T07:18:18.281+10:30Comments on Lupey Loops: Beach Days & BirthdaysJodiebodiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11377052537742885631noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-703986833050265474.post-83217736542829382262016-10-22T23:28:17.310+10:302016-10-22T23:28:17.310+10:30Thanks you Meredith but don't be too sorry. W...Thanks you Meredith but don't be too sorry. While chronic illness is a bummer, I know, I am grateful to be able to get to the beach at all because there was a time when I was housebound and not even able to sit at the computer for any length of time.<br /><br />It is a nuisance to have one's activities restricted when there are so manay things I would like to do. Instead of trying to do everything, I focus on one thing at a time and make the most of that by trying to enjoy it in the moment. <br /><br />The great thing about crochet (and any creative activity really) is that when the body cannot 'do' the mind can 'dream, design and think about it' all ready for when the body is ready to go again!<br /><br />Take care, Meredith, and thank you for your kind words. xxxJodiebodiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11377052537742885631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-703986833050265474.post-16969701618943239102016-10-17T11:00:56.349+10:302016-10-17T11:00:56.349+10:30I am so sorry your health prevents you from partic...I am so sorry your health prevents you from participating with activities the way you would like. I know it can be so exhausting and take days to recover when you do join in and the day is long and sunny. I live near a beach and just can't seem to get there very often, it is only 30 minutes away but life is just so busy. The yarn is really fascinating, I am not sure what you could make with it, well it depends on the yardage and the feel of it. The colors are beautiful.<br /><br />I wish you a wonderful week my friend, filled with peace and energy.<br />MeredithMereknitshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04596140300034854370noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-703986833050265474.post-19478808938158350692016-10-16T13:53:58.504+10:302016-10-16T13:53:58.504+10:30P.S. I love your blog post about sea-themed creati...P.S. I love your blog post about sea-themed creativity where you have some beautiful photographs of your crocheted shells etc. It surely is an artistic inspiration for anyone wanting to work with a sea or beach theme: http://tsdailytreasures.blogspot.com.au/2016/10/sea-themed-creativity.html<br /><br />I just want to take those pictures and paste them on my wall to look at every day!Jodiebodiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11377052537742885631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-703986833050265474.post-38061342920690818142016-10-16T10:41:56.937+10:302016-10-16T10:41:56.937+10:30Hi Lorraine,
Thank you for your support. I work ...Hi Lorraine,<br /> <br />Thank you for your support. I work extremely hard to do the best I can for my children - I don't want them to feel as if they are suffering because of my illness as well! It takes most of my energy but as they are getting older, I'm finding a little more time to pursue my own interests.<br /><br />Tammy (above) made a great suggestion for the yarn - weaving. Either that, or something in a plain stitch that will highlight the variations in textures and colours. <br /><br />Adelaideans are very lucky to have many beautiful beaches so close to the city. One of these days I will dedicate a blog entry just to beaches.<br /><br />So many blog ideas, too little time! ;-) We'll get there eventually! <br /><br />Have fun. :-) Jodiebodiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11377052537742885631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-703986833050265474.post-81540481922637218402016-10-16T10:34:14.267+10:302016-10-16T10:34:14.267+10:30Ah! Thank you Tammy - weaving is the perfect idea....Ah! Thank you Tammy - weaving is the perfect idea. I don't weave (yet) but I know someone who does... I did get a little loom kit one birthday so maybe I can use that to experiment with this yarn. I will need to work out how many metres there are and then decide what to make.<br /><br />How awful that your body disagrees with the sun. Do you know why that happens to you? I wish there were answers for you. I try to keep my outdoor activities until late afternoon or early morning too. Driving can be a problem because the sun intensifies under glass. It is so easy to forget that we are being exposed to the sun on our faces, neck and arms when we drive. In summer I have some light, long-sleeved kaftans which are easy to throw over to keep the sun off without getting too hot.<br /><br />Thank you Tammy for your compliments and encouragement. I hope this reply finds you well. :-)Jodiebodiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11377052537742885631noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-703986833050265474.post-13859884465295439842016-10-15T19:33:56.485+10:302016-10-15T19:33:56.485+10:30Despite your limitations you certainly do the best...Despite your limitations you certainly do the best for your children and are giving them a good life. Looks like a beautiful beach to be together for a short while. The bag of yarn sounds wonderful, I would love to know what you end up using it for. Take care.mamasmercantilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14011278973985658118noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-703986833050265474.post-37645221517157119002016-10-15T16:22:43.409+10:302016-10-15T16:22:43.409+10:30Just being near the beach brings a sense of peace ...Just being near the beach brings a sense of peace and calm ... you certainly got some great photos. I can't be out there too long as I have an allergy to the sun. When I was younger, I would get horrible cold sores on my face. I outgrew that but around 40 started getting itchy sores on my chest, legs, and arms so my beach days are over, except for fully clothed walks early morning or late afternoon. It sounds like you get out and about and do the very best you can even with your limitations. That bag of yarn bits you received sounds very interesting. Do you weave? It would be great for that sort of project. Whatever you decide, have fun with it. Tammy@T's Daily Treasureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01474928708908027789noreply@blogger.com