I recently found this little treasure among my late parents' things.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

It was made by my mom's younger brother and the cross-stitch was made by his wife, my aunt. It had been a Christmas present, and I felt that it needed to see the light of day. It had lived in a drawer for many years, maybe even decades. I felt so lucky to have found it!

[Curmudgeoness]

1. Your family seemed to be really into making things.

Looks like a lot of woodwork and needle work. I don't blame you for pulling that out of the drawer so it can be seen. Did you carry on the tradition?

[CaliforniaPeggy]

2. I guess you're right! I hadn't really thought about it that way.

I've never been very good at doing stuff with my hands. It takes me a long time to learn how to do stuff.

Once I learn how, though, I've got it.

I've done some knitting and sewing, and a minor bit of weaving on a hand loom.

I think the most creative things I've done involve my photography and my poetry.

Thanks for asking!

[csziggy]

3. That is lovely! It should be kept out and enjoyed. nt

[CaliforniaPeggy]

4. Believe me, my dear csziggy, I am keeping it out on the table you see there!

It's just too nice to put away.