I have had a great time throughout January writing about fun and games. I have learned a lot about how much in common I have in other bloggers around the world. I have pondered how it is that a game with five stones can be played in India and England and how around the globe people toss sticks and rocks. Since February features Valentine’s Day in its middle, I thought I would write about love in all its many manifestations. I am starting off with a snapshot of a sampler I made 35 years ago, before I was married to my present husband. It hangs over our bed, a constant reminder of the many delights and challenges that love brings.
I look forward to exploring love in its many dimensions throughout the month. I will also enjoy comments that arise from my contemplations. Love to you all.
I am looking forward to your take on love. Happy exploration!
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Is that a cross-stitch Elizabeth? Love…same old, same old.
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That was a stamped embroidery sampler. I hadn’t yet learned cross -stitch when I made it.
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I’ve done so many cross-stitch patterns when I was at the bank. So there is a stamped embroidery too. Glad to know that.
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It was what I first learned as a little girl. The design was printed on napkins or bibs and the like and you embroidered over the pattern. The cloth was solid, not open weave like cross stitch cloth.
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I haven’t seen that being done here, or is it the same as ordinary embroidery patterns?
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Yes. I think we are talking about the same thing.
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That sampler is lovely indeed, and a testament to your enduring relationship. Looking forward to your thoughts on Love, during February.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Thanks.
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What a truly beautiful sampler Elizabeth.
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Thanks. I really loved thinking about the words as I stitched.
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Beautiful! What a great idea. I look forward to a month of love!
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In all its many forms.
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That is a beautiful sampler. Looking forward to your presentations on love. 🙂
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Thanks. I will talk about “in sickness or in health” at one point.
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💞💞
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India is a Commonwealth! Look at my genius problem solving skills. Do I get a good star? 😆
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⭐️⭐️⭐️🌟
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Yay!
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