Like many modern people, I battle the blues. Especially with all that is going on with the world. And sometimes it can take one thing to really send me spiraling to a dark place. Yesterday it was a sweater I had found at a thrift store that I absolutely loved. The color a blue with yellow trim just spoke to me and the cut was a bit boxy which works with my rather generous chest. But the sweater smelled of some awful laundry fruity chemical. I thought I could get it off but alas the smell like the pink in the “Cat in the Hat” story spread and made Roy grumpy and annoyed me. No matter how much vinegar or baking soda I used the smell would not go away and now the sweater hangs on our front railing outside. Maybe I can take it to the dry cleaner and they can get the smell out. It’s too bad as the sweater is all wool and not made in China! I am so tired of cheap wool that moths seem to love,
When I feel down or lost or lonely I remind myself of all that I have to be thankful for. Three lovely children and their lovely partners and 5 amazing incredible awesome unique grandkids. A husband who is also my best friend. Kind sweet in-laws. A wonderful supportive Uncle who has been there for me despite having a lot going on in his life. Old Friends and Art friends who inspire me, believe in me and keep me smiling. Drumlin Farm and all the wonderful friends and people from there who share my love of nature and farming and good food.
So Happy Thanksigiving. I am grateful despite being frustrated and down about a sweater that somebody covered in awful chemicals.
Jill