Yes indeed. My beloved MIL passed away unexpectedly last summer. I spent a lot of time thinking about how loved she was but how much time she wasted worrying about things that might never happen in a future that now she will never see. I am loved and I am trying to be more present and "alive" in the moment this year as well with those who want to spend time with me now. Thank you for this post. :-)

Being alive is the most wonderful thing that exists.
To have a family, to love, and being loved, are the main reasons to worth living.
have a wonderful 2016!

It's been a while since I have made a pair of those and the ones I did went to live somewhere else. Yours look snugly.

The simplest knitting can be the best. Sometimes I wonder why we knitters over complicate our projects with all the fancy business.

I like your word.

great word! xoxoxo

So do you draw too???

I agree, toast is exactly like it's namesake- simple but perfect. Which reminds me, i need to make a new pair! And your word for the year is perfect, I love the illustration you're working on.

I'll have to make some of these. I'm always looking for a way to break the slight chill I have, mostly in my hands. Also, seems like something I could wear and still be working on other things.

ALIVE - what a great word for 2016!

I like how you styled them in its pattern page and how you did in the second photo.

They're very pretty! I want to make some soon, but with a little hole for the thumb.

your one little word...perfect choice. xo

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