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Knitting, Ponderings

Knit me a river

Sunday the 23rd of August, 2020

One of my earliest memories as a child is being in the cellar at my Mormor’s while she wound yarns or sat at the loom weaving. I can still smell the unique combination of dust, wool, and the log burner. And I remember the clickety-clack of the treadles and the rhythmic beating of the batten. …

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Cystic Fibrosis, Ponderings

Between me and the rest of it

Friday the 27th of March, 2020

I’ve been wanting to write this post for a while, but it’s been difficult for several reasons. One reason is my very conflicted feelings about this whole COVID-19 situation. I feel them all: annoyance, anxiety, fear, gratitude, calmness – often all at once. Just over two weeks ago, the WHO declared this outbreak a pandemic. …

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Ponderings

Connected by thin threads

Sunday the 5th of January, 2020

We spoke about life, my Mormor and I. I opened the window to my soul for her to see. She saw the little girl sitting alone in a corner, and the woman dancing to Lady Gaga in the moonlight. She saw my passions, fears, and joy. When I was frustrated about the state of the …

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