Isn't it funny how so many memories surface when pulling out the decorations or baking the favorites? Many conversations begin with "We always used to . . . " or "Grandma always made . . . " or "Remember that time . . . "
And once again, too many goodies have been consumed! (Is there really such a thing as too many?)
Unfortunately, the weather will be sticking around for awhile! Nothing like going from a record high temperature to dangerously cold stuff, but that's how we roll here. One must either get out and enjoy winter sports like skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling or ice fishing - OR - curl up and read a good book or take up some crafty needlework or tatting. (I much prefer the latter at this point in my life, but I have many memories of beautiful snow-covered woods on cross-country skis or snowmobiles!)
Tatted snowflakes are appropriate in this weather - and the only tatting I've accomplished in December. I made these for Mom using size 70 thread and beads that were a little too big, but I think they turned out pretty anyway. I love this pattern by Elizabeth Zipay. https://www.etsy.com/listing/61756672/original-tatting-pattern-tiny-tatted
I'm still trying to master using Blogger on an iPad, so I'm never quite sure how my posts will look when I hit that button. And posts are a bit scarce too, since exasperation occurs before I can finish most of the time!
In any case, it's time to pack up the new memories, put Christmas away for another year, and get on with a refreshed outlook for the next chapter of life's book!
Peace and Joy (and warmth!) to you, wherever you are.
