Today I turned my face up to admire the blue of the morning sky
Today we had our first Autumn frost
Today I really enjoyed my morning walk to school along the canal
Today I smiled at Little B twirling this leaf around in his fingers as we walked
Today I fell in love with my geraniums all over again
Today I noticed the second flush of my Alchemilla, vivid green against grey stone
Today I enjoyed my morning coffee sat in bright streaming sunlight
Today Little B and I spent lots of "laughter-time" together
Today we visited a small playpark on the other side of town, high up on the hill
Today I loved Little B chatting to the chickens through the fence beside the park
Today the sunshine made rainbow lights dance across my wall
Today I enjoyed a little bit of colour-planning, mmm-mmm
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Today I am thankful for the multitude of Happy Moments that made up my day.
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Love your Chevron blanket!
Which wool and needle size you have taken?
Posted by: Kat | January 17, 2014 at 07:28 AM
I'm starting to get back into knitting and crocheting (I'm a quilter...). Your blog is absolutely beautiful.
Posted by: liveacolorfullife | November 08, 2011 at 12:12 AM
Just wanted to say hi! I love your pics and your ripple. I have started my ripple but only barely. Had to finish a little sweater first. Hope to get pics uploaded soon! Have a lovely day!
Posted by: Christina | October 30, 2011 at 05:11 PM
Me again feeling like a total cheesecake!!! Have just re-read the pattern and now realise where I'm going wrong. Please ignore my previous request for help as hopefully I'll be OK now. Was obviously having a 40s moment, or a blonde moment (except I'm not blonde)....lol x
Posted by: Laura Miller | October 30, 2011 at 09:37 AM
Hi Lucy - sorry to post this here but wasn't sure where else to post. I've just started your crochet bag pattern and got to round 8 when it started going REALLY wavy! I'm now doing increases every 4th dc instead of every 3rd. Is this the right thing to do or is there something else I should be doing? Also, why does it go wavy? I'm a novice crocheter (is there such a word?) so ANY help you can give me would be brilliant!! lol x
Posted by: Laura Miller | October 30, 2011 at 09:28 AM
Hi Lucy! I have been a fan of yours for a long long time but I never dared put a comment on one of your posts. Your approach of life and your creativity are a real inspiration for me and you have no idea how positive you make me feel when I am upset with stuff!
Thank you so much for all the inspiration and motivation!
bisoudisou
Posted by: Disou | October 29, 2011 at 09:54 PM
Made me think of your attic http://www.flickr.com/photos/34087139@N08/6028133790/ (by the Royal sisters http://theroyalsisters.blogspot.com/ )
Posted by: Carine_07 | October 29, 2011 at 02:48 PM
What a lovely,sweet post. i love your blog. Thank you .Marcella
Posted by: Marcella in Italy | October 29, 2011 at 10:26 AM
Lucy,
More than a week that you don't post...are you or your children ill?? I hope not, and look forward to read some news.
Yesterday I was thinking...is she pregnant again?
All the best for you and your family...
KLisses from Portugal
Gena
Posted by: Gena Resende | October 28, 2011 at 10:37 PM
Lucy, I want to ripple along! I found a shop that sells cashmerino at good price, there is a sale on 4-balls bundles. It's called Cafeknit.com, have a look if you need to beef up your stash...
Posted by: Claudia | October 28, 2011 at 09:38 PM
Such lovely moments and such a lovely blanket! Love it! Your blog is truly inspiring! Have a nice, colorful weekend!
Posted by: Susanne | October 28, 2011 at 09:28 PM
Hello Lucy, I love your blog...it's a work of art in itself! I have just had a go at crocheting the flowers and leaves you have kindly given a tutorial for. It is very straight forward but there was just one query I had, I wondered if you could help me with? When you get to do the 3rd round on the flower and you are pulling through your new yarn into the first of the chosen missed chain spaces....do you have a technique you use for then going straight into the first double stitch (or SC in US terms), as I have found it really difficult to do this first stitch without losing my yarn as it's not 'tied' in?!! maybe it's just practice as i'm totally new to hooking! Your advice would be most welcome....Blue Skies, Kate x
Posted by: Kate Stephens | October 28, 2011 at 03:17 PM
Thank you for the reminder that it's the small things in life that can add up to lots of happiness.
Posted by: Julia | October 28, 2011 at 02:56 PM
The current blanket is looking FAB! You're lucky to get a second flush of the lovely green Alchemilla, I have loads earlier in the year but never any now, its a colour that seems to look good with lots of other vivid colours, Johnson Blue Geraniums, bright Geums and salmon pink roses.
Posted by: Donna | October 28, 2011 at 12:09 PM
I love love love your pictures! So beautiful and full of meanings! I love the colors and the most I love the ones with that small hands.. <3
Posted by: Melissa | October 28, 2011 at 11:01 AM
Oh what a joy to share in your happy moments! Makes you feel good to be alive, yeah!
Posted by: Christine | October 27, 2011 at 11:46 PM
Hi Lucy,
I've started stashing Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino. I was wondering how many rows you got out of a skein. I know you do 4 rows for a color's set and that you started with chaining 227. Any help would be great. I'm trying to estimate how much yarn I'll need. I've only got about 10 skeins right now.
Thanks!
Sam
Posted by: Samie | October 27, 2011 at 08:52 PM
What a beautiful place to live! Love all the beautiful photos you shared. Thank you!
Posted by: Tara K | October 27, 2011 at 03:59 PM
Hi Lucy
I recently started crocheting again after a 20+ year gap. Found your site via your crochet bag on Ravelry and just wanted to say what an inspiring blog. I have since made your bag and started a ripple blanket and am enjoying it thoroughly. Thank you for sharing your lovely home and patterns. I have to say 'I'm hooked' - pardon the pun!
Posted by: Alison | October 27, 2011 at 02:18 PM
It's nice to read about the little things! I think we all need to take the time to appreciate them all.
Posted by: Tracy Garrison | October 27, 2011 at 12:24 AM
Sounds like a wonderful day you and Little B had. I love all the beautiful pictures you share of were you live. I was showing my husband the pictures the other day and we both said how we would love to come visit your country some day. It's just soo beautiful . Hope you enjoy the evening as much as you did your day. Hugs
Posted by: LynnHugsL | October 26, 2011 at 10:48 PM
i love your blog, i have only recently discovered it. i was looking for the tutorial for the bunting, did you do one?
Posted by: louise | October 26, 2011 at 10:12 AM
GOD bless her today that made me smile.
Posted by: Felicia | October 26, 2011 at 01:01 AM
does anyone have lucy's email? could you email it to me? i would appreciate it! thanks.
tammyroney@yahoo.com
Posted by: tammy | October 25, 2011 at 11:23 PM
Hi Lucy,
I've started my own ripple blanket, but after only 4 rows, it's not lying flat - kinda looks like bacon after it's cooked! What am I doing wrong? I was so looking forward to making my own ripples!
Thanks,
Ann
Posted by: ann | October 25, 2011 at 09:39 PM