FAC - August 2012 - Page 3

Lythrum · #61 08/11/12, 09:36 PM

You have my prayers too WIHH. I can sympathize, I started having seizures out of the blue after I had my daughter. There is something that is so scary when it has to do with your head, it is the center of who you are after all.

My MRI experience was the opposite though, I am not that claustrophobic, and with having a 6 month old I was just happy for peace and quiet and I think I dozed through most of it lol.

Keeping my fingers crossed for you.

frazzlehead · #62 08/11/12, 09:41 PM

Hey, WIHH, I was like that when I was pregnant ... roasting hot all the time!
Now I just freeze unless it is over 23 degrees indoors!

Try a hockey jersey.

just the plain practice kind, no logo. They are baggy and full (to fit over the gear) and they breathe completely ... Just mesh, essentially, and have a low cut neckline. I wore my husbands jerseys as they fit over my huge belly and still kept me cool! Or a basketball jersey, for sleeveless, they're made of the same stuff.

I'm all about fashion ... Can ya tell?

PKBoo · #63 08/11/12, 10:23 PM

Prayers are with you WIHH! Waiting is the hardest part, so keep FIBERING!

I can't believe the difference in my stress level when I spin - I just read somewhere (Ravelry maybe?) that spinning causes the same brain wave pattern as meditation.

Good luck finding appropriate sleepwear! I was going to suggest a T-shirt and shorts - what about a huge tank top? I say huge cuz I hate anything tight when I sleep

Hugs and lots of prayers to you!

Marchwind · #64 08/12/12, 05:38 AM

Don't over look the regular loungerie section of the department store. Slips make great nighties and fit your description. I have a cotton one I wear, my mom added some ribbon and eyelet lace to it to make it pretty

weever · #65 08/12/12, 07:40 AM

WIHH, I am sorry to hear about the worrisome medical situation. (And the lack of good pajamas.) Prayed for you.

What about something like this: Surplice Tank Pajamas - Garnet Hill

Not cheap, and I know very little about the company, but it seems like it might be something like what you are describing.

In other news, the wedding was lovely, the reception was wonderful, and I am tired, but alive! Maybe pictures later. Having immediate family and close friends over for leftovers after church.

Marchwind · #66 08/12/12, 11:55 AM

Garnet Hill is an excellent company, first rate quality. Unfortunately you do pay for what you get.

MullersLaneFarm · #67 08/15/12, 07:44 AM

WIHH, Praying extra hard today for peace in your heart.

Update on Daddy. I've been home for a couple days but am heading back to Oklahoma this morning. Daddy has decided that he will not continue his treatment. He is ready to go Home to be in the loving arms of our Father.

It is a decision I do not like, but I do accept it. We will be meeting with Hospice tomorrow morning. The doctors give him 4-6 months without treatment, but Daddy is a determined man, I don't think he will be in his earthly body that long.

He will soon hear, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

Marchwind · #68 08/15/12, 08:03 AM

Big hugs Cyndi

mamajohnson · #69 08/15/12, 08:10 AM

Praying for both of you, Cyndi and WIHH.
Cyndi, your dad is a very brave and wise man. I am glad to hear his decision iis being honored.

Wind in Her Hair · #70 08/15/12, 08:16 AM

With tears filling my eyes, Cyndi, I read of your father's decision - this has got to be so very difficult for everyone who loves him- but as I am sure he has reminded you - this is his decision and he is at peace with his decision.

Seems so many of us resist the inevitable - our mortality- but never have I witnessed true peace and grace until I began spending time with those who were standing at the threshhold of their own passing.

With a Faith as strong as your father's, I have no doubt that he will be a testimony to that Faith and this will serve as a wonderful example to the living how we can all be at peace with our lives, our illnesses, our mortality, and what lies beyond.

I also know that the MOST difficult part in this will be when you have to leave his side - wondering if this "goodbye" will be your last. Thankfully, with a Faith as strong as yours, you have the assurance that there will be another "hello"- and that someday, you will never have to say goodbye again.

May God keep you safe in your travels and may your time with your father be meaningful and comforting for you all.

weever · #71 08/15/12, 10:31 AM

Hugs, Cyndi. No words...

**gone-a-milkin** · #72 08/15/12, 11:23 AM

Cyndi, more hugs from me.

**gone-a-milkin** · #73 08/15/12, 11:40 AM

I have been in a bit of a quandry about my work lately.
Mostly I adore my job. I have a herd of cows to manage and enjoy, but w/o the financial burden.
It is the best of both worlds.

W/o going into (other peoples dramatic) details, I have been feeling disrespected.
Isn't it funny how sometimes it takes a while to figue out what you are feeling?

Last night I finally had to make a stand.
My Farmer Boss called me at the time we usually finish milking to ask me if I would come milk. Like, right now?
Due to the aformentioned drama, nobody had done it.

I told him no. Which I never ever do. I cannot think of one time.

Truthfully, I was in the middle of fixing supper and it got me mad, for the cows especially.
Every one of those people has their phone to their ear all day long.
They all have my number on speed dial, trust me.

These type of last minute type of things have become all too frequent.

Maybe I can retrain them all to treat me better?
Either that or I am going to quit. I mean it.

Seems like its possible they are going to try to include me in the plans, for now.
. 2 of the 3 parties involved have both called today to ask if I will cover shifts for them tonight and tomorrow morning.

weever · #74 08/15/12, 11:51 AM

Good for you, GAM. I hope it works. Makes me mad (on your behalf) just thinking about it.

frazzlehead · #75 08/15/12, 01:22 PM

Oh, Cyndi, how very difficult for all of you. I wish your father well on his journey and peace for you and yours as you walk with him on this last part of his road here.

GAM - good for you for teaching your employer that famous lesson about "lack of planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on mine". I used to tell people that I could only do one miracle, per day, maximum ... and unfortunately, I'd already worked today's miracle earlier so they were out of luck - ask me sooner next time and I'll see if I can fit you in.

WIHH - thinking of you lots these days too. Didja find gorgeous jammies?

For today's happy news - how's this? Flannelberry Creek is now the Canadian (North American, at this point) distributor for a fairly famous spindle maker from Down Under - Malcolm Fielding. Our first order will be coming in just a few weeks, and I'm very excited - I get to test spin them all! I will be doing some videos of the different spindles as well, so I'll be sure to post links when I have them, so those of you who are curious about supported spindling can see how they work.

Our fair is this weekend and I have a shawl to finish ... oh, and wood to split ... I'd better get moving!

Wind in Her Hair · #76 08/15/12, 02:14 PM

HAPPY NEWS!!!!

I tracked down my MRI/MRA test results
- since my MD is out of the office until the 21st

- it took some doing - but persistance pays off!

The joyful news is that there was nothing amiss in my head or carotids!

My brain is fine -no evidence of a stroke or tumor or anything of the sort!!!

I cannot tell you what a relief that is!!!

Thank you all for your prayers, cyberhugs, and wonderful heartwarming expressions of concern. I am so thankful to have all of you to lean on. wow

this has been quite an amazing revelation-

its truly sobering to know that every single day people are being given the worst news of their lives and I was preparing myself to receive that news.

THANKFULLY - miraculously - for whatever reason - its not my time to hear that news.

My doctor has assured me that she will get to the bottom of my issues and symptoms and that scary things are still among the possibilities. So more tests and more waiting is in my future.

I am just so thankful that several of the biggest and scariest

have been eliminated from the list of "the usual suspects".

(deep sigh of relief)

I have NOT yet scored some gorgeous jammies

- but they are definitely on my radar now-

I did, uhm, update my prepardeness stash of presentable unmentionables and got me some new "drawers".

weever · #77 08/15/12, 02:20 PM

Oh, what wonderful news!

**gone-a-milkin** · #78 08/15/12, 02:34 PM

Whew! Such a relief to hear that, WIHH.
It is still a mystery I guess, but such great news that you can rule out those possibilities.
Yay!!

mamajohnson · #79 08/15/12, 04:45 PM

YAYAY! WIHH, your post actually brought tears to my eyes. I am so happy that prayers were answered, and things are looking better.

I think unmentionable updates are needed from time to time...we should all take a look at our preps in that area. I know I need to do that myself. And since the 'change' has come about for me, there are zero jammies that are cool or comfy enough for me. Most things are peeled off in the night.....

mamajohnson · #80 08/15/12, 04:46 PM

And GAM!! Good On Ya!
Sometimes we have to demand respect.
You go girl.

Miz Mary · #81 08/15/12, 08:26 PM

PRAISE THE LORD !!!!!! WIHH, you need to buy new jammies to celebrate ! ( just to have on hand, of course ! )

Marchwind · #82 08/15/12, 09:05 PM

Wow such a mix of emotional news. Cyndi sending more hugs cause I think you need them.

GAM you go girl, stand up for what is right and important cause no one else is going to do it for you. Maybe you can retrain those boys.

WIHH FANTASTIC news!! Yippy!!! Keeping positive thoughts for more positive news in the future.

My son and his GF got here in one piece yesterday. We made our obligatory trip to visit with my mom. Gosh but she is getting mean in her old age

Today we drove up to Saugatuck to the beach, stopped in Fennville for some wonderful homemade pie, then South Haven so Carissa could see the light house. Should have gone up to Holland but didn't want to go that little bit out of our way. Off to do a brewery hop tomorrow.

frazzlehead · #83 08/15/12, 09:14 PM

Yay for good news, WIHH! Sometimes I think having the 'shot over the bow' that makes you think "gee, maybe this is it" ... but finding out that it *isn't* is one of the best things that can happen to a person. You realize what really matters and what doesn't - and if you embrace the opportunity to reset your priorities, a lot of things can change. That's what happened to me, anyway - I really did think I might be having a heart attack, and I spent a couple of weeks unsure as to whether or not I'd still be breathing at the end of every day. Really made me change my attitude.

I bet your attitude needs a lot less modification than mine did, though.

Marchwind, sounds like you are having a nice vacation with your crew!

Me, I chopped wood - LOTS OF WOOD. Okay, I cheated and used a neighbour's electric splitter but 3 hours of moving logs is 3 hours of moving logs and I am tired!

I'm gonna go watch my library DVDs of Babylon 5 and do my fair knitting now!

Wind in Her Hair · #84 08/16/12, 07:36 AM

thats a lot of firewood handling no matter how you go about it, frazzlehead -

and you are so right - a scare like this can certainly work wonders as a "wake up call" - and a "straighten up and fly right" reminder.

Marchwind, I am sorry about your mom -

- and a reminder that many many elderly folks lose their filters and become more intensely "mean", grumpy, etc - this also could certainly be associated with any one of the many medical issues associated with aging including dementia and Alzheimer's.

I am so sorry when "family" - like you - gets the brunt of the bad treatment - it hurts when it comes from someone you love.

Its incredibly fall-like this morning - so much so that the swirling winds and chilly temps drove me out of bed and into the kitchen before 4:00am - to bake a squash, to cook some greens, and to stew some jalapenos and tomatoes.

I have work today -then PT for the ailing body parts this afternoon followed by "weekly fiber guild therapy".

Here's hoping that ONE of you Michigan gals won the Powerball gazillions last night - remember your Fiber Arts buds

PKBoo · #85 08/17/12, 06:16 PM

Cyndi - so sorry to hear about your dad, but if he is at peace, that's the most important thing. And at least you get to say your goodbyes (wow - that starts the tears!)

WIHH - yahooooo for the good news! Still praying for you as you go through more testing.

weever - how was the wedding??? It took DH and I a week to recover I think! I hope you had some recovery time too

We just got back from an interview DH had - they offered him a job, but it's 5 hours away

We went to look at the area - it's nice, and there are some homesteading type properties, but we really really don't want to leave where we are...

DH's parents are not doing well health-wise, and they would be over 6 hours away. And both DDs would be anywhere from 7 to 9 hours away

We absolutely love where we are now. We've moved around a lot, and this area is truly 'home' to us, and most of our family is here.

DH does have another interview with a company that's only 2 hours away. There may be a possibility of him working from home, but we don't have any details yet. So we'll keep praying that something close comes through!

Sorry to rant - I didn't sleep well last night in the hotel, and sleep deprivation does not help the attitude! Things will look brighter in the morning

Pearl B · #86 08/17/12, 08:54 PM

Cyndi, I hope your fathers remaining time is peaceful for you both. I lost my father a few years back, it still tears at my heart- no words- just Hugs.

Weever, Sounds like the wedding was lovely and wonderful!

WIHH, Thats great news!! Im glad nothing serious is amiss. Still, after an experience like that, it gives one pause for reflection and a thankfulness for all the blessings one currently possesses.

GAM- I hope things work out and that they learn to appreciate you instead of take you for granted. Sometimes boundaries get blurred and they need to be set right again-good luck!!

Frazzle, Babylon 5 is my absolute all time favorite sci-fi show. I love the story line and characters, in its own way, at least for me, it has given me much inspiration. Ive got a dvd with mostly just the movies, and a few episodes I really like on Amazon. I might even watch a few episodes tonight myself!

PKBoo, I hope your hubbys parents get better & a decent job opens up for your hubby close to home.

weever · #87 08/17/12, 08:58 PM

Not recovered all the way yet. Life is too busy and doesn't let up.

Pictures of the s'more bar my hubby made for the wedding:

259 by shadysidefarm, on Flickr

258 by shadysidefarm, on Flickr

And the general decor at the reception:

205 by shadysidefarm, on Flickr

203 by shadysidefarm, on Flickr

mamajohnson · #88 08/18/12, 10:50 AM

Looks like a gorgeous wedding Weever!
My DD is wanting to be a wedding planner, she really liked the smores bar idea. That was awesome!

Frazzle - that was a TON of firewood! You needed a sci-fy-fiber break!

ok, so, on the johnson farm, it looks like we may MAY be adding some alpaca. How cool is that???

frazzlehead · #89 08/18/12, 10:08 PM

Hi all!

That smores station is SO COOL! Neat! And B5 is truly awesome. I watched it when it was first on, then I think I must have drifted off partway through (around then I stopped having television at all) and it's great to just .. dive in and enjoy the whole story.

Okay super quick update to say how the fair went today .. I was demoing on the Great Wheel and had my pop up shop set up so I am utterly exhausted but I gotta show ya this:

First place salsa; second place jam (chocolate apple - yes, really, it's awesome on ice cream); first place handspun silk/wool skein; first place item made from handspun yarn (Dash of Colour, finished last night!); second place any knitted item (Light house shawl); second place natural dye (batt done with bark and alum). Respectable showing all around! Wes and the kids won for photos and artwork too.

And now to go collapse.

IowaLez · #90 08/19/12, 10:50 AM

I just want to pipe in that I have been gone, and had no internet.

Cyndi, my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

GAM, hope your boss treats you better after this learning moment.

WIHH, glad to hear no bad results so far, I'll keep you in my thoughts, too.

MamaJohnson, goats for alpacas is a great trade. These days there is little money or profit in alpacas, so that may be why she wants to trade. But if you just want some fiber for yourself, that is great.

I was gone for 9 days to the PGI convention in LaPorte, IN for 8 days of incredible fireworks. It was a lot of fun.

There was one big accident last Friday evening, when a 10-inch steel gun with 1/2 inch thick walls that had a 26 pound salute in it, blew up in the gun. Salutes contain a lot of an explosive called 'Flash", and you have be respect it and most people are afraid of them (we build them ourselves). There were ocean cargo containers in place as a blast shield, but our young friend Mick was behind the containers, 30 feet from the guns, to video tape it. The gun was blown outward and flat, the steel walls radiating outward like rays of the sun on the ground. A giant crater was blown in the ground, and 3 steel guns of salutes next to the big gun were blown up, too. One 200 pound gun flew 300 feet in the air, to land on a car roof, then bouncing thru the crowd to go thru another container; both steel walls were punched thru with a neat 10-inch hole and dents. Mick's video is mostly of the ground while he was running away. Only one person caught a bit of shrapnel in his neck but it was minor. Nobody was seriously hurt, a miracle. This was way out in the fairgrounds on the "B line" and none of the public is allowed out there, only PGI members.

I will post some pictures in a few days, when Mick sends me some. There were lots of cool stuff there to do, including "Bunny Blasto". Honey got on the local news blasting bunnies with his giant fake machine gun shooting roman candles at the bunny targets, and he had everybody wanting to have one like it and ooohing and aahing over it. That was funny.

I am so glad to be back home. I had my spinning wheel and wool with me, and I got quite a lot done. Now I am preparing to make some cheeses in two weeks. Haven't made cheese in 4 years. looking forward to doing it again.