5/17/13

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Spring is busy for us this year. I took on a big (for me) freelance photo gig, we're working to get my mom's house on the market, working to get our own house renovated a bit...it is overwhelming at times. Especially having passed the one-year anniversary of my dad's death.

But, spring is a wonderful season of new beginnings and fresh starts (right?).  My family and I are trying to stay positive and present (trying). Immie certainly helps to lift our moods and/or distracts us from the sad past and blurry future by....well, by being two years old. (Heehee.) And the chicks are so much fun, too.

Anyway, in the mix of all this I have had a little solace in my studio. I get short windows of time in there, though I can't say they are always productive. Sometimes I like to sit in the quiet and organize my fabric and yarn. So silly since there are a ton of other things I could be doing! But, I have actually managed to squeak out a pattern that will be released soon. So, stay tuned.

That's the scoop here.

9 comments:

Windybrook Spinner said...

I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your blog. Best of wishes during these trying times.

madder said...

oh, thank you. that's very sweet.

Kate G. said...

I check in on your posts every Friday before heading off to work. The shots, the patterns, and the commentary are lovely and generous in their attitude, Carrie.

Good luck on the big assignment. I have a feeling (call it reader's intuition) that you will click off shot after shot with style and grace.

alice said...

Yes, your snippets of flowers and yarn and chicks and your cute little babe always make me smile, so thank you for sharing & be well! x

madder said...

thank you, ladies...
xo

nicole said...

Ouf, that's a lot going on. I'm glad that you can carve out little moments of silliness (oh that sweet face!) and solace.

madder said...

that sweet face really is quite a remedy, especially when we goof around. i'll ask her "are you a goose?" and she'll say "no, i'm a monkey. silly monkey."

Lori ann said...

congratulations on your photo assignment carrie, that is awesome! so well deserved. my mom passed a year and a half ago, i miss her everyday,every every day. i'm so sorry for your loss.

i think taking those quiet moments in your studio is one of the most productive things you can do right now. it's the one thing you have complete control over, and it preserves your sanity, bolsters you for all the tasks in your life.

other awesome things : immie, chicks and a new pattern!

madder said...

oh, I'm sorry for you, too, Lori Ann. It's so hard losing a parent.

And I agree--having some quiet time, alone, with the fibers I love has been therapeutic. I try not to feel too guilty about it!