It has now been almost 1 month since my father had his stroke, unfortunately he has developed a chest infection and is not doing well at all. We won’t be able to take him home as we had hoped and he will be moving to a fourth care facility soon. This is hard… it’s hard to see him lying there sleeping and so ill… We are still remaining positive and praying and hoping that he will be well again soon…
As most of you know, knitting is such a wonderful and therapeutic craft. It has helped me through this very difficult journey with my poor dad, helped me to cope in times of great sadness, when doctors tell me there is nothing more to be done… So, we have decided that we are going to knit him a Recovery Blanket. For now we are all knitting little patterned rectangles in rainbow colours to eventually sew together into a beautiful blanket for my dad. This blanket will be very special to us and lovely for him, to give him the support he needs to travel this journey to recovery…
If you feel you would like to also knit a little rectangle to add to this blanket, oh, how lovely that would be!
The rectangles measure 5 inches across and almost 4 inches down the side, we are knitting in a hand-spun yarn. We all thought this would be a wonderful project! We are using an old pattern from the 1950s but any pattern is perfect as long as the size of the rectangles are the same. You are welcome to write to me by email if you would like to join us with this project:)
On Saturday Caiden received his Leaping Wolf Badge at Cubs, this is the highest badge of honour in Cubs. He worked so hard for this badge and we are so happy for him.
Later on Saturday night, Jenna played guitar live for an audience for the first time. She sang one of her own songs too, it was such a great evening!! Thanks so much to her amazing guitar teacher Claudia Cox! (Jen just wants you to know that she does not like this photo at all) Linda (I had to share it here though, sorry Jen, love you lots, I am so proud of you 🙂
Hope you are all having a fabulous start to this week.
Sorry to hear about your Dad Linds, thinking of you all.
How cool about Jenna and Caiden!! Well done!
xoxo
Thanks Nat:)
I would love the add a square, for your blanket. Just let me know the pattern and mailing address! Good thoughts are going out to you & your family!
Thank you so much Paula, I will email you today:)
Continued prayers for your father and family. Having a sick loved one is so hard but at the same time it tends to bring people together. Like the rest of life…the good with the bad. Chin up!
Thank you so much Mary, we appreciate your prayers.
So sorry to hear about your dad. Continuing to pray for him for strength and healing. And for his transitions. I know how tiring they can be. Also praying for you and your mom. A wonderful idea to knit him a blanket. A tangible hug he can feel at any time.
Thank you Lisa, you are so kind.
My thoughts are with you Linda and I would like to make a rectangle – I’ve emailed you. Its a wonderful project.
Thank you so much, I will email you today. This is going to be such a wonderful blanket.
Sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family will be in our thoughts. The blanket idea is lovely, and I am certain that the result will look great as it is made with much love.
Thank you Andrea, the blanket is going to be lovely, I can’t wait for it to be complete:)
Linda, I will pray for peace and strength and wisdom for all involved. I LOVE the blanket idea. It will become an heirloom for generations to come. How wise you are.
Thanks Donna:)
Hoping that your father will heal soon.
The blanket idea is soothing for your soul and a
cheerful gift for your Dad.
So sorry about your dad, Linda. You all are in my thoughts. Congrats to the kiddos on their wonderful accomplishments. <3
Thanks Lauren:)
You have been in my thoughts all day Linda. I am so sorry about your Dad, for him, and for all of you. I have been where you are so I understand. I love the idea of a recovery blanket and would be honored to knit for your father if you would like, just let me know what to do. Much love.
Thank you dear Tracey, I will write to you soon xo xo
I’m very sorry to hear your father is not doing very well. I wish him a speedy recovery.
Beautiful idea knitting him a blanket. Really beautiful.
My thougthts and prayers are with you .It is not an easy time as I have been through an experience like this twice . It was the prayers that helped me and I hope will be a great comfort and strength for you.
Tell Jen for me – I know how awkward it feels to be in front of people. After decades of singing back-up in the studio, I still feel dopey doing it – and pictures of it only remind me of how I felt. I think she’s just remembering the nerves when she sees that picture, as there is nothing there to dislike. If you lived near, we’d have her come in and record a couple of her songs. And I’d tease her until she laughed – laughed enough to loosen up and not feel self-conscious and uncomfortable. Only a few times in my life – performing on stage or in the studio or in restaurants – have i ever let go and just let the song fly without thought about myself. When that happens, it’s pretty wonderful.
Your dad must be so tired, Linda. But he is giving the job of hope and worry to the rest of you. And you are keeping that faith.
Thank you dear friend. Jen did have a wonderful time up there:)
Thanks for writing to me about knitting a piece for our recovery blanket, I am so grateful.
Love you
Linda
You know you have all been in my heart, so I would absolutely love to knit a square for your blanket, I have some lovely happy yellow yarn left over that you sent me ages ago, so will use that. Please e-mail me the pattern renesharp@telkomsa.net. Sending you lots of love as always xx
Thank you dear Rene’, we appreciate this so much, I will email you soon. xo xo
I agree, a nice warm hug from those who care – what a lovely gift! Can you include your email address so I can get in touch with you for your address?
Thank you Simone, my email is lindadawkins@mweb.co.za
Take care
Linda
Would be so happy to make a contribution to this blanket. Have continued prayers for your Dad as well as for you and your family. Please send the pattern and where to send it. Such a wonderful idea. He will be covered in love for sure. Pam
I would be honored to contribute to the blanket. So sorry about your father.
Penny
A beautiful project, Linda. I would love to be part of it, please let me know where to post to. Congratulations to both Jenna and Caiden for their huge achievements, you must be so proud. xx
Sorry for your loss. Know from my own experience that losing a parent (or parents) can be incredibly tough. Please know that he will always be by your side looking out for you. While you may not be able to do a recovery blanket for him at this point, I would like to get the pattern that you are currently using so that I can contribute. Take care.