Do you ever have days that seem gray and ‘blah’ for want of a better word? Today was one of those days. I had thought of all sorts of errands I should run – was planning on tackling them early in the day – but I just couldn’t get motivated enough to do them. It was gray and cold and cloudy here. All day. I’d better get used to it, because there will be many more to come this winter.
Some of you might remember a post where I showed this:
It is a scarf I’m knitting out of Noro yarn. Alas, it hasn’t progressed much with all the other distractions going on here. I pulled it out yesterday and started working on it again. I love this colorway of self-striping yarn. The pattern is one my sister showed me over a year ago.
Try as I might, I can’t get the photograph true to color. The salmon color is more of a raspberry and the blue is deeper with more aqua in it. Perhaps I left it too late in the day to photograph properly. I’ll try again when I have completed more of it – and in the daylight.
My day brightened considerably when I found this in the mail:
I won a giveaway at Loveleigh Treasures. Sares is a wonderful person, with a beautiful blog. She had a giveaway and the winners got a Christmas movie. I picked my favorite. Shall we see what it is?
It’s a Wonderful Life! That sweet Sares added some hot chocolate and popcorn – perfect for a December evening. Thank you, Sares…we love having our own commercial-free copy of this great movie. I’m a big Frank Capra fan, by the way. Mr. Smith Goes to Washington, Mr. Deeds Goes to Town, It Happened One Night…they are some of my all-time favorites. They all make me cry – no matter how many times I’ve watched them.
Right after I posted this, husband and I discovered that It Happened One Night was on TCM that evening! We watched it, of course.
Oh Claudia, I know just how you are feeling! I have so many of those icky days in the winter :(
The scarf is just gorgeous! I would love those colors, they are my favorites to wear :)
What a perfect giveaway to chase away these winter blues!! Love it! It could not have gone to a more deserving person :)
Love ya,
Amy
Sares is a precious lady … what a lovely gift to receive.
Love your scarf, the colors are wonderful.
Today was a BLAH! day here also.
Hope tomorrow is brighter for you.
TTFN ~Marydon
Ah, dear Claudia, I have those blah days too . . . . Today thankfully the sun peeked out a little bit and it made all the difference.
Beautiful colors for the scarf!
One of my papers in my movie class was on It’s A Wonderful Life :) They don’t make them like they used to, Miracle on 34th Street, Meet Me In St. Louis. I also like The Bishop’s Wife (once again the original) Hmmmm, I may have to ask for that one as a stocking stuffer!
Stay warm with your hot chocolate. Add a little peppermint schnapps :)
Hugs,
Marsha
Hi Claudia:
I love the scarf you’re working on, and Noro yarn is wonderful to work with, too. I’m sure someone is going to appreciate your hard work – even if you keep it for yourself! A warm hug when it’s cold outside.
Congratulations on winning the blog giveaway, too. Looks like a fun date night to me!
Merry Christmas, my friend.
Donna
What a lovely scarf…you talent girl you. I sure wish I could knit! What a wonderful giveaway..enjoy!
Hello Claudia, it´s so good to know you found something to cheer up your day, nothing better than finish what you once started and your knitting is perfectly beautiful, I want to see that scarf finished and around your neck, o.k??
warm hugs to you
María Cecilia
Don’t you love Noro Yarn? It’s so nice to knit and the colors are so pretty. Now you can knit and watch favorite movies…you lucky winner. Gotta go knit on a scarf I started back in July….you got me in the mood….thanks!
Claudia, that piece is stunning! Love what you’ve done.
And how sweet is Sares! Great gift, and I’m glad you, won, Claudia because YOU, dear lady, deserve it!
XO,
Sheila :-)
Oh, I am so behind in visiting blogs… Things have been hectic here.
Your scarf is absolutely beautiful, Claudia! Won’t that keep you toasty warm this winter (the weather lately will encourage you to finish it, I’m sure!!)
It’s a Wonderful Life is a favorite of ours, too! I have always loved Jimmy Stewart! Congratulations on winning the giveaway – and what a nice extra to throw in – popcorn and hot chocolate!
Claudia, I’m in the same boat . . . gray with no motivation! LOL!
I love the yarn you’re using, it’s so pretty. Now that you have that wonderful movie from Sares, you can sit back, watch it and get some knitting done!
Hope the skies turn sunny for you! Pass the popcorn! LOL!
Hugs,
Teresa
Oh Claudia…
Hi sweetie. So you are the one that got the movie I wanted. Gosh dog it, I had to go out and buy it. I love it to. One of my favorites for sure. I am so thrilled we have something in common. I so enjoy visiting with you.
I can’t wait to see that scarf complete. It looks absolutely beautiful. I just love the colors. So stunning.
Stop by soon sweetie. I love it when you do. Country hugs…Sherry
I had one of those days last week but it turned out productive anyway. Just restless sometimes. Today??? Not so much and I missed staying home with all the running around Love Bunny and I did. Snowy and about 15° but had to be done. I’m staying home tomorrow for sure, chickee!!!!!
xoxo,
Connie
I have so many knitting projects not finished! It just seems I never have enough time. Your scarf is beautiful – love the yarn. Can’t wait to see it finished – please show us!
What a lucky girl you are to receive such great presents. You could knit while you watch the movie.Two things done at once.
Oh Claudia, they always make me cry too! I need to watch them with a generous kleenex supply!;) And oooh, I wish I could knit!
Hugs,
Monica.
Dear Claudia, thank you so much for visiting me on Pink Saturday – I’m sorry because it needed so long to visit you, too! And now I “had to read” 3 posts since Saturday – but I liked it very much!!! Wonderful, your story of the magical world of Muirhead’s!!! And I also love your pretty vintage ornaments. And the winter wonderland in front of your house ist so pretty. You will need you warm scarf and you will look beautiful with it! Warm hugs from Austria, Traude
Claudia~ I have many Monday blahs…one favorite quote “monday is the root of all evil” lol…love the scarf and the movie! It isn’t December without watching “It’s a Wonderful Life” at least once:)
paula:)
Looks like you are knitting a purse. Looking forward to seeing it finished. Congrats on winning the movie give away. Blessings!
Gwen
DEAR CLAUDIA,
CONGRATS ON WINNING YOUR GIVE AWAY FROM PRECIOUS SARES. I LOVE THAT MOVIE.
I LOVE…LOVE THE COLORS OF THE SCARF YOU ARE KNITTING. BLESS YOU BECAUSE I DON’T KNOW THE FIRST THING ABOUT IT.
I HAVE AN AWARD FOR YOU ON MY BLOG…I COULD NOT FIND WHERE YOU WERE A NO AWARD BLOG…IF YOU ARE JUST KNOW I WANTED YOU TO HAVE THE AWARD.
I LOVE YOUR POTTERY YOU WON AT AUCTION FOR 25.00…THAT WAS A STEAL….CONGRATS
ANGEL HUGS
DEBBIE
What a fabulous present! And I’m a huge Capra fan too! Thank you so much for your prayers yesterday, may God bless you.
Hugs,
Liz
It is hard to get motivated on cold, gloomy days. I find that I either give into it by making a cup of tea and reading in front of the fire, or I turn on all of the lights, crank up some music and force myself to get busy.
I’m sorry to hear you’ve had the blahs. We all have those days. Your yarn is stunning, your scarf will be gorgeous when you finish it.
I’m glad your movie arrived in time for Christmas. I hope you love watching it again. Happy Holidays!