We have some winners!

The random number generator selected 1 & 13....So...
Adrienne and Lisa are the winners! Let me know what you would like!

Have a nice evening! I am off to bed. It was a long day here,,,funeral, etc...
;) Karen

People Are Good

Yesterday's post was before my aunt died.

When I posted the Mr. Rogers quote, I was thinking of Haiti. I was thinking of all the people in need of basic things I sometimes take for granted. I was thinking of all the generous people who have donated time, money, and/or effort to make things better.

People really are good. I believe that. Horrible things can happen and people do rise to the occasion. There are always a few jerks who blame the victims, but most people do have good hearts.

Yesterday my aunt died. And I had lots of "helpers" come to my aid. A friend delivered a bag of clothing so I could find something acceptable for the funeral. (I hardly have anything dressy anymore since having the kids! ) Another brought her baby over so I could hold her. A baby really does make things better! And many friends called to see how I was.

I have good friends! I thank you!
And I have lots of bloggy friends too! Thank you!
~Karen

Timeless Wisdom

"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.' To this day, especially in times of "disaster," I remember my mother's words, and I am always comforted by realizing that there are still so many helpers -- so many caring people in this world."

--Mr. Fred Rogers

You can go here for more info on Fred Rogers and you can sign up for monthly quotes.

Toothbrush Rugs & Random Stuff

I am working on a wool rug now. It's fun. I really enjoy this craft. It is a nice break from crochet. The selvage on this wool fabric is brown, and I really like seeing it every now and again in the rug. I think it adds a coolness to it. This rug is for a friend. I hope they get years and years of use out of it. If you are interested in making one, they are not hard at all. You don't need much in the way of supplies. You can use about any kind of fabric...except 100% polyester. I tried that, and it curled up. I suppose if you were making bowls that wouldn't be an issue. Go here for a great tutorial!
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Here is a drawing Mimi made of us. I think it's funny. I look rather androgynous. (I am the one on the right.) It reminds me of that "Pat" character on SNL (in the '90's)!
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This is just plain funny. He looks neurotic! Ralphie only goes in his crate if he has something he knows he shouldn't have. Anything lost can be found here. He looks guilty! Haha! In fact, I see my green sock on the right in there. That rotten dog.
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Hope everyone is having a great week!
~Karen

Helping Others Out!

Craft Hope has this amazing store on Etsy. 100% of the proceeds go to Doctors Without Borders in Haiti. The medical need in Haiti right now is acute. The Doctors Without Borders existing facilities are so badly damaged, they are no longer functional. Post-earthquake medical care will be from tents. So far they have treated 1,500 people – 500 of them need immediate major surgery. There are no facilities to do this in Haiti currently. An inflatable hospital should be arriving in Haiti today.

Go here and buy great stuff for a great cause. I'll warn you now. It is addictive. AWESOME items are being put up continuously, and things are selling fast. SO, if you want it, buy it now!
If you have mad skills and want to donate something handmade to the cause, go here. The store will remain open as long as people continue to donate items

Giveaway Details! Enter Today!!

Okay folks. Here is the deal: Enter this giveaway by posting here. Tell me what book you are reading (or what you just finished) and if you recommend it or not. On January 25th I'll do a random drawing for two winners! Each winner gets to pick from the designs above....So, you WON'T get the exact ones above...instead you will get a custom one made for you! The options are:
a baby blanket for a toddler's special baby doll
several dishrags
fingerless gloves and a scarf
a crochet flower pin

Friends enter please! I don't want to have this and then no one enter! The rejection will feel like high school all over again! HAHA! :)

So, leave a comment!
~Karen

Springitis & A Giveaway!

Almost all the snow is melted. Miles thinks this means Spring is here. Even though it is like 30 degrees out, he put on his swimming clothes. :)
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This is post 301!
Really?
Yes, it is!

So, in honor of this, I am gonna do a giveaway!!! Tune in tomorrow evening for the details. It will be a number generated one with a couple winners.

See you all then! Karen