Life can be scary sometimes.
Even when surrounded by people helping you and loving you.
And especially if you don’t have that.
I’m feeling contemplative today and have some thoughts to share.
Knitting
I was knitting away on my Honey Cowl this morning and had some realizations.
I am often amazed at how knitting is a metaphor for life. I love to knit. I live to knit. It brings such a sense of peace. Quiet. Tranquility. Hope. Calm and contentment. It helps me to focus on the now, rather than thinking about the past or worrying about the future. Stitch by stitch. And another. And another. It’s very centering and calming. Even when I make a mistake. I realize… Hey! It’s just knitting. It’s not the end of the world.
If I could take this attitude into all areas of my life, I think I’d be the happiest person alive.
Tinkerbell
As I went to get a cup of coffee, I noticed Tinkerbell. She’s our Boston Terrier and is a cute little bugger. She plopped happily into our bean bag this morning and “allowed” me to pet her and scratch her ears. She also reminds me of how life should be lived. She’s always happy. She runs up and puts her tiny little paws on my knees when I get home, as if her whole world has just been lit up by my presence. (I admit, it makes me feel pretty darn good).
She asks for so little; that we just throw her toy once in a while, fill her food and water bowl and let her outside occasionally. Once in a while she wants some lovin’. Really, she’s an ideal model of how to live. Just enjoy the moment, don’t hold grudges from the past and don’t worry about tomorrow. (We, as humans, do have to plan, of course, but so much needless energy is spent worrying over things that “might” happen, that we miss this moment).
Life
Sometimes life is scary. You’re not sure which direction to take or what to do. Should you invest your time or money in this or that venture? We have decisions to make everyday and the truth of it is, we never really know what tomorrow will hold.
Whether from something as simple as the art of knitting, or even from a cute little dog, we could all take a lesson in just enjoying this moment today. We each have so much to be thankful for and if you’re reading this, guess what? You’re still here!! Think of all the things you worried about yesterday or last year. And you’re still here, regardless of what has or hasn’t happened.
So today I’m endeavoring to just be. And to be grateful for each thing in my life, including knitting, and Tinkerbell and happiness and my health returning. I’m thankful for the coffee I drank this morning, the yogurt I’m eating, the gray clouds outside, my soft, warm bed, my laptop, my desk, my hands, my mind, my creativity, my iPhone, pottery, fresh water to drink, scissors, tape, dvd’s, cool notebooks, YARN, wool, my spinning wheel, family and loved ones, my printer and ink refills, windows, walls to keep out the cold, falling leaves outside, evergreens, clean air to breathe, a washer and dryer and dishwasher, hope, joy, passion, fun times, quiet times, a warm shower, a closet full of clothes and shoes, books and medicine. And so much more.
I hope today that you’re happy and full of peace and hope. We’re all getting through this thing called life, together.
Enjoy your knitting time today. If you have a pet, love on them a little more than usual.
And let’s keep going. You’re not alone!
Peace, Joy and Love.
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Gorgeously said, Chandi! I’m just discovering your website, lovely dyed yarns, and beautiful outlook on life. Been binge reading your past blog posts and finding them utterly inspiring and uplifting. <3
Chandi, I as well just discovered your YouTube and now your company and blog. You, my dear, are such a beautiful soul. Your words of encouragement, whether I read them or hear you say them to me on tutorials. I have been inspired by you to take up my begin.er knitting annd expand my crocheting. I am a type of person who worries about my issues and my 2 grown children’s lives. I am trying to cut the cord, but don’t want to feel forgotten. My father recently passed away after fighting with ALS. His death at 73 (a very vibrant and young) made me rethink my life with hubby #2 (1st one died of conjestive heart failure due to alcoholism (both of my children’s father) and focus on me and him and our 8 yr old St. Bernard and our 4 yr old Collie and our chickens and our beautifully remodeled ranch home on 3 acres. You truly are a life changing force! Please keep up your spirit and talented work. I feel free of worry every time I watch you work. 💜