We had a rough weekend. My hubby was sick and both of us were feeling down with regards to my son, his wife and our grandson. Jack was out of sorts all weekend, probably because of our stress. He was a turd at times. He had a bad dream and was cold last night, so he crawled into bed with me in the middle of the night. It's nice to be able to give comfort to someone. I'm feeling much better today, even though we have no idea what's going on.
I'm starting another quilt today, this one will be a wedding quilt for my middle daughter. This is the style and colours she has picked out, and here's a link to the creator of this quilt, credit where credit is due. I did tell my daughter she was killing me with the muted colours and simple pattern but she just laughed. I prefer lots of bright colours but it's not going to be my quilt.
It looks like I'll be going back to work starting on March 1st so I will be walking a lot more, trying to increase my tolerance for walking, without my foot hurting. I see a lot of dog walks in my future which is always a good thing, for the dogs and for me.
And some funnies, just for laughs.
I love that quilt, it's such a nice design. The diagonal stripe it makes is pretty. Hope the spousal unit is feeling better quickly.
ReplyDeleteI would want more color but it is a classy look and will go with everything. Being able to give comfort to others is a definite positive in our lives. It's much harder to give comfort to ourselves. I hope that the mess and chaos that is your son's life can get ironed out in some way. What a heartbreaking situation for everyone. :(
ReplyDeleteI really like the quilt! And the funnies. Perhaps this will be a fresh start for your son. I hope so. Jack is lucky in one thing, he has you.
ReplyDeleteI see your funny bone is still intact! I am glad Jack can climb in next to you when he is unsettled and cold. Love your girl's wedding quilt!
ReplyDeleteI, too, am glad that Jack can crawl in bed with you. I believe that is the safest a child can feel and sometimes, they do truly need that.
ReplyDeleteI would not pick out those quilt colors (colors?) either but thankfully, the world contains multitudes of tastes and preferences.
That wedding quilt is indeed gorgeous! When I commissioned a quilt to be made for me a couple of years ago, I had it all done in the dark end of the colour spectrum (blues, violets and purples) against a black background, because I didn't want to be washing it all the time. White needs a lot of care. Too much for me to handle, lol.
ReplyDeleteOne thing positive about your son's delusions this time. They were all in the nature of protecting Charlie. That shows a level of caring that he hasn't actually shown much over the years. Maybe there's something there that he can build on. Also: he will be a lot more comfortable in the medical system than he would be in the jail system.
ReplyDeleteHoping for better days for you!
The quilt is beautiful. Your daughter is very lucky. It's amazing how little ones pick up on moods and react accordingly. I wonder what they think and feel.
ReplyDeleteOh my, I'm so sorry for your troubles with your son, I don't know what to say! As for that quilt, I'm like you, I love bright colours BUT that quilt is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI left a comment on your last blog entry - recommending that you look up Dr Chris Palmer. He is revolutionising our understanding and treatment of mental illness. His book “Brain Energy” has received wonderful reviews from some the world’s leading psychiatrists and neuroscientists.
ReplyDeleteThat IS a very minimalist quilt! Jack is lucky he has you both. I'm sorry (having read your subsequent post) about all you're going through again with your son.
ReplyDeleteI tried to comment on your Tuesday Jan 17th post but Blogger wouldn't let me. Maybe you blocked comments on purpose?
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear that the situation with your Son and Family has spiraled downwards, yet another Precious Grandchild in Crisis is a lot to Deal with. We have a similar situation unfolding down in Mexico, so The Daughter has been beside herself with worry about it after visiting the Teens of hers South of the Border. The other Grandma is 90 now and needs Caregiving, so the level of supervision is absent entirely now and the Paternal presence is Negative, so, what to do now is a dilemma. Protecting the most vulnerable is a full time Job. Whether they're Vulnerable Adults or Children, the Resources are just not there to help us who would try to do our best for those in Crisis within Family structures that have fallen apart.
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