Granny Square Fashion

"Granny squares" have been a popular crochet pattern for years... They're usually made, collected and - when there are at enough squares for the project, they're joined together into blankets, sweaters - or whatever. My mother preferred joining them together with black yarn.

Recently, on Facebook, I was surprised to find a clip from a fashion show - in Turkey, I think. Three young men wearing sweaters made of granny squares on a fashion runway... 

The sweaters look great! Timeless... (Maybe I should try to make one for myself...!)

As they say, "Everything old is new again"!

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As an aside,... why do I assume the fashion show was in Turkey?!

When I typed some of the words on the clip into "Google translate", I was informed what they meant - in Turkish!

Preparing for Winter

Winter is coming!

This past week we had our back hedge trimmed, in preparation for next year's growing season.

It always amazes me how quickly and efficiently professionals can do it.

Nearby, college workers have been preparing to put up the plastic sports dome that covers the soccer field.

To me, both these annual events mark the end of summer.

Remembering...

Today is Remembrance Day, the day Canadians remember those who served in the military during the wars of the last century - the 20th century - especially those who died.

The cenotaph in Almonte, next to the old town hall,  is one place where locals can come to reflect and remember.

It's a beautiful, peaceful spot - near the river. Terry and I were there in spring. With a public remembrance ceremony, it will be busy today.

Interesting Idea!

I heard about someone who emails pictures of her sunrise to friends everyday...

This is what I'm looking at right now, she writes.

An interesting way of sharing your world!

Waiting For the School Bus

A few days ago, I learned to catch a frisbee, something I've never been good at!

We were waiting for the school bus to arrive...

At 7:10 AM

Days begin early in the country!

We all felt great as we moved on with our day - after a little early-morning exercise! Even just a few minutes of fresh air and laughter make such a difference!

(And, of course, I was extra-happy that I had actually managed to catch the frisbee a few times!)

November Sunrise

I had a sleepover at my grandchildren's house in the country a few nights ago...

With nothing but pasture across the road - the dawn panorama was spectacular...

What time is it?!

6:15 AM! I'd better get up. I don't want to miss a minute of this beautiful day!.

Remembering October

This past October was a month of change.

Outdoors, trees changed colour, then dropped their leaves. I tried to capture a sense of that on my phenology calendar for the month. 

Indoors, our basement - which had been partially taken apart after the flood - was rebuilt.

Now it's almost done. 

It won't feel like home for a few more weeks, until furniture is moved into place and we can use the basement again.

In short, October 2026 was a cheerful month - with progress being made on our house, beautiful colours outdoors... and a trip to Toronto as well.