Sunday my crochet group, Fishnet Crocheters, met at Craftworks in Northboro, MA. When in a yarn shop, you...well, shop! I found cute labels to use for the things I make for my kids, and "Crocheted by" labels for afghans I make for others. My friend Jean (who is a knitting & crochet goddess) recommended The … Continue reading Yarny Goodness
Category: Brother
One
Today, September 11th, marks one year since my brother's death. The last time I was with Matt, we had taken my son E out to lunch, Matt had said to me-"Ali, you still haven't watched _________????". He had asked me at least a dozen times to watch a particular documentary. So, today, I woke up … Continue reading One
Michael
Today is my birthday. Each year on my birthday I am reminded how lucky I am. My back may hurt, I may be exhausted, I am still grieving...but I am lucky. I laugh, my body is healthy, my heart swells with love for all my family. As a plus, I thought this whole past year … Continue reading Michael
Low Key
This year, Forth of July was a low key affair. Last year, it was the last holiday I spent with my brother. This year, I really wanted it to be a quiet time. On Saturday, we spent time at the park, then a fun lunch with the two cuties, followed by time on the deck. … Continue reading Low Key
Yarn Along
This week, my book choice was special to me. I read my brother's final book, The Final Cut. His publisher has been waiting for me to give my final ok to send it to press, but I just had a hard time making myself start the book. Well, I did, and I read it lickedy-split. … Continue reading Yarn Along
Giving Thanks
The past few years and this past year in particular have been difficult. Yet, despite that, I have been looking forward to this Thanksgiving. I am thankful that I will wake in a warm house, next to a good man, and be showered with smiles from my children. I am thankful that I will be … Continue reading Giving Thanks
Smiles Through Tears…
This has been a difficult week. Last night I decided I would take Miss ME back to my old home town to the beach to take a nice long walk. The beach has always been where I go when I need to reset. So today, we sent E off to school and started driving towards … Continue reading Smiles Through Tears…
Grief
I am mourning the passing of my beloved brother. Below is his last article. Matthew Hurley Turning 45 A few days ago I turned forty-five years old and there were moments, right after it happened, that my life seemed to play out in flashbacks. Now, technically speaking forty-five is really not that old at all. … Continue reading Grief
