I live in a quiet cul-de-sac not far from town. There are roughly 10 houses in my estate, and everyone keeps to themselves. Most of us have been neighbors for 20 years. Not much happens at the best of times. These days the silence is deadening. As lockdown has progressed, I've noticed a change in… Continue reading Please Mr. Postman
Author: patchworkmomma
WIP Wednesday- Campside Shawl
I've done well until now to resist the temptation of starting something new. I'm still struggling to finish the JW Anderson cardigan which is a gift for my son. I've knit all of the panels and have sewn some together. I'm still knitting the cuffs, ribbing, collar, and button hole strip. Even though I'm on… Continue reading WIP Wednesday- Campside Shawl
Wordless Wednesday- 46
The world watches as grownups take charge.
Want Some Good News?
I have a story to share with you. Dreams come true. If you believe in yourself, anything is possible! In my 20's, I heard this sort of rhetoric all of the time in popular culture and thought it was true. Maybe it is, but not for everyone. Over the years, my motto has shifted. Last… Continue reading Want Some Good News?
If “America is Family,” What Does That Mean for Me?
This week has been a strange mixture of happiness, contentment, and hope, as well as one filled with fear, sadness, shock. I am still processing. A few days ago, I experienced the joy of receiving two care packages for our family; one was filled with homemade food (vegetarian soup, sourdough bread, and chocolate chip cookies),… Continue reading If “America is Family,” What Does That Mean for Me?
Isolation Day 4
Ireland recently entered its third lockdown. According to an article I read last autumn, we have some of the strictest restrictions in the world. In fact, the study found that the measures imposed by NPHET and the Irish Government are tougher than any seen in the whole of Europe, Asia, Australia, America, Canada and the majority… Continue reading Isolation Day 4
Have You Discovered the 2021 Brave Sis Journey-Journal?
I have never used a planner, but am so excited to begin 2021 with my copy of the Brave Sis Journey Journal! It's the perfect organisational tool to set goals this year and map step by step how to achieve them. What sets it apart from other planners, is that it highlights the achievements of… Continue reading Have You Discovered the 2021 Brave Sis Journey-Journal?
Day One
Happy New Year! True to my word, I'm posting for the second day in a row, in an effort to blog more frequently this year. Some days I might only share a photograph or a few paragraphs. I don't have any big blogging goals or even New Year's Resolutions. I just want to keep writing… Continue reading Day One
My Top Fives of the Year
Each December I try to participate in reflective end of year blog challenges. I didn't have time this month because of other commitments. My goal for 2021 is to show up more frequently here but post shorter content. I was inspired reading a post by Claire Lomax, author of Our Favourite Jar, and wanted to… Continue reading My Top Fives of the Year
WIP Wednesday- Harry Styles Cardigan
Hello! It's been over a month since my last post. Life has been hectic leading up to the holidays. I've also been volunteering a lot of hours in an effort to keep my son's preschool open, leaving not much free time. (It's a Waldorf inspired, parent-run kindergarten where I've become heavily involved). Days go by… Continue reading WIP Wednesday- Harry Styles Cardigan
