... is now partially in the attic.
We were remarkably lucky. There are about a dozen saucer sized holes in the roof from branches and, well, you can see those two branches piercing the side of the house. The whole house shook and the headboard that was up against that wall did not survive the impact. But all the people (and sewing machines) did.
If you are in a storm affected area, I hope that you were similarly lucky. A big thank you to those of you who were concerned for us. All virtual hugs were warmly received until the power came back on late Thursday/early Friday.
And because I hate to post without a crafting update, here's how I kept busy while the power was out.
I knit half a baby blanket for Phin's brother and his wife who are expecting a new baby girl in February. And I started a rather complicated pair of socks for myself.
Updates and details to follow as life (fingers crossed) returns to normal!
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| A tree that dreamed of being a house plant |
We were remarkably lucky. There are about a dozen saucer sized holes in the roof from branches and, well, you can see those two branches piercing the side of the house. The whole house shook and the headboard that was up against that wall did not survive the impact. But all the people (and sewing machines) did.
If you are in a storm affected area, I hope that you were similarly lucky. A big thank you to those of you who were concerned for us. All virtual hugs were warmly received until the power came back on late Thursday/early Friday.
And because I hate to post without a crafting update, here's how I kept busy while the power was out.
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| Warm and soft! |
I knit half a baby blanket for Phin's brother and his wife who are expecting a new baby girl in February. And I started a rather complicated pair of socks for myself.
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| My first project with cables |
Updates and details to follow as life (fingers crossed) returns to normal!
29 comments:
OMG - that is crazy! I am so glad everyone is alright. But that's gonna be a pain to fix. And hopefully insurance will cover it! Be well, C. xo
I am personally fascinated by the idea of knitting socks. I really wanna try, but I have to really get comfortable with reading instructions to do something that complicated. I hear knitted socks are a dream to own and love... and they make great gifts!
And, yes, glad everyone is okay after the hurricane, too!
Glad to hear you're OK, even if the roof isn't!
So glad no people or sewing machines were injured! The baby blanket is going to be so cute!
I am so glad to here that the two of you are okay. Sorry about the damage to your house. We lost power late Monday afternoon and didn't get it back until Thursday afternoon. I got quite a bit of reading and knitting done as well and cut out a jacket which I finished when the lights came on.
I'm glad to hear you are safe and well! I'm very impressed with your sock knitting.
I am happy you are all doing ok! The house damage totally sucks, but at least it wasn't worse? Hopefully you will be able to deal with it quickly and have a hole-free roof soon. I have been worried about many of the east coast bloggers, but I was hoping it was just lack of power and nothing too devastating. At least you got some great knitting done. The socks look really cozy so far. Good luck with your house repairs!
Glad to hear you're okay! Love the title of your tree picture!
So very glad you guys are safe - thank GOD!
Oh thank goodness you're all safe. The house can be fixed and a headboard replaced.
Glad you're safe. That must have been really scary.
So glad to hear that you're safe! yeeeps! And glad to hear that you were able to work on something to pretty during such a horrid experience. The cables are so pretty.
Thank you all! As you can imagine, tree branches inside the house gives you a whole new perspective on what's important.
Ha. It seems that my sense of humor has remained intact throughout the ordeal!
You're right - many are still without power, and even those who do may not have wifi. I'm borrowing free wifi from my local public library until mine is back in action.
May as well keep your hands busy, right?
Hand knit socks are wonderful! And wool is warm and absorbent, but breathes. You'll never have cold or clammy feet again. Definitely give them a try!
i am so glad to see that you are ok, even if your house was not. i'd actually been thinking of you this week as my office (so near where you live) already has its power back...
Life gave you lemons and you made pretty baby blankets and socks! Glad you weren't injured, and your heat is up and running again. Stay safe.
Yeah, we were pretty lucky to get power back so quickly. Many of the surrounding areas are still in the dark!
Ha! Yep. It actually was very cathartic to have something to do. Phin and I also played a lot of Scrabble.
Oh, so sorry about your roof and wall -- and the tree! Glad that no warm-blooded lifeforms were harmed. Hope you get a speedy repair. Hope the next storm doesn't cause more damage. Glad you'll have a pair of pink socks to cheer your feet and heart.
Oh, Clio, have you ever tried a k2 p2 ribbing on the instep? I do about 1n inch of it, on the sole only, just after I've finished the heel gusset (on top-down socks. Don't know how to reliably place it just before the heel on toe-up socks.) It makes the socks hug your foot better -- none of that loose slippage inside your shoe. And, Mimi, socks are easy to knit -- mindless round and round for the most part, with some interesting shaping for the heel, and paired decreases for the toe.
Glad the damage was minor, sure it's going to take time, money and effort to clean and fix the house. I must say, I told many of my east coast friends who were without power to start knitting.
oof-da!! But I'm glad you're okay! Take it easy getting back into the swing of normal- you've been through alot.
Ack!!!!! How scary! Glad you guys were OK!
oof-da is right!
Ooh! What a great idea! I haven't done this yet, but I think it would be really easy to add to a toe up sock as well. Since you begin the heel gusset about 3 inches short of the total length you want the foot to be, I can just start the rib at the 4 inch short mark...
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