Heading into the Holidays

This meme comes at the right time as it gives me a chance to say how much I enjoy having a blog, reading your blogs and having friends in Blogland.

Grumperina’s meme came to my attention at Pumpkinmama's.  Few of my 'real life' friends knew about this blog when I first started. Few still do, really.  As time has passed it has been more comfortable to share my blog with a handful of friends.  Many read daily, like Camille and Jana.  Many people I've told just don’t get it and don't bother to visit. 'It's about knitting? Oh, well then...' A few other friends check infrequently. I’m not very private on this blog and with Google search the blog surely could be found.  Neena is the only family member who knows and reads regularly, oh and Smith reads daily, too.  Not a single co-worker knows, but they do all enjoy ogling my knits when I show them off. My boss is very excited about my socks and he checks daily to see what color I'm wearing.

I'm honored that anyone reads my blog.  Blogging is mostly about the people you meet in Blogland, those with and without blogs. I love the interaction, the chance to meet people from all over the world, other knitters with the same passion as mine.  It is a delight to share my knitting life with so many.

This land of Utah, with which I have had a love hate relationship most of my adult life, I now see through different eyes. To share the beauty that is around me, with people who may never see it in person, is a joy.  This can be a peculiar place but, the landscape is constant and beautiful.  It helps me keep a better perspective on this 'Pretty, Great State' (a silly old State motto). By having a blog I have met many friends here in Salt Lake City and have started a few of them on the road to blogging, too.  The Stitch 'n Bitch grrls are the highlight of  the week and we all love Tuesday nights. Knitting has become an even bigger part of my life and friendships have expanded in wonderful ways because of this blog.

Smith has family arriving on Christmas Day and Neena and her Dongeek will arrive, too.  It is the first time we'll have both sides of our families together and we'll be very busy. I may not have time to do much blogging until later next week but, I will do my best to stay in touch.

Thank you to all of you who have made life richer, more vibrant, and who enjoy this landscape along with my knitting.  May you have the best Holiday Season ever!

Love, joy and peace to you all!

Comments

[Joan]

I'm another blogger that reads you daily, even before Bloglines notifies me! Typepad must be having a fit because your image is not available and I'll bet it's another shot of your beautiful mountains. Shoot. Have a Merry Christmas and a great New Year.

[Beth]

I completely know the 'what color socks today' thing. I love that. :)

Stay warm and have a wonderful holiday!

[Kim]

I hope that you have a wonderful holiday with your family! ~Peace

[Carole]

Hey Margene,
I've completely loved getting to know you through you blog this year. Have a wonderful holiday and enjoy the visiting with family. My best to you and Smith!

[Kathleen]

Sounds like a fabulous way to spend the holiday with both families. Love you and your blog too! Happy Christmas. Cards forthcoming...someday...

[Elizabeth D]

Margene -- I'll miss you, but I'll be busy too . I've grown accustomed to starting my day by checking in at Zeneedle. That picture at the end of today's entry? Wow!

Have a wonderful time with your families, and come back soon --

[Mindy]

I have greatly enjoyed your blog and wish the best to you and SMith over the holidays.

[Vicki]

Have a terrific holiday, Margene.

I'm glad you blog and I'm glad I know it!

[Cara]

Margene - this has been a great blog year for me, and a lot of that has to do with our friendship. Thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you! Mwah!!!!

[stitchnsnitch]

What a great closing photo on your post. BEE-YOU-TIFUL! :) Thanks for starting me on the road to blogging.

[Liz]

What a beautiul picture! Enjoy the holidays, Margene.

[Jenny in NC]

Margene, your blog has been delightful to read this year, and I have truly enjoyed hearing your wonderful zen perspective on the world. Knit on, stay warm, and happy holidays to you and yours!

[caroline]

Have a wonderful Christmas and say HI to Smith, Neena and Dongeek for me..
hugs,
caroline

[Brenda]

Have a wonderful holiday Margene, and a great time with your family.

[melanie]

Sending you happy holiday thoughts, and am very glad to be part of your audience!

[Martha]

Happy holidays, Margene!

[melanie]

Happy everything, Margene! I read your blog every day - it's one of my favorite things!

[Angela]

You say things so beautifully. Thank you for sharing your knitting, your beautiful state, and your refreshing writing with me. I'm so glad that I *know* you.

Have a very Merry Christmas. Enjoy your family. Enjoy your time with Smith.
angela

[PumpkinMama]

Merry Chrismas to you an yours. Enjoy your family and friends.

[monica]

Thanks for sharing your life and knitting with me Margene. Happy Holidays to you and yours!

[blossom]

thanks for sharing your thoughts on bloggin'. i enjoy reading them.

happy holidays to you!!

[P]

Wishing you a merry christmas... you've done so much for knitting community this year with cataloging the money raised for Katrina fund, drawings and knit unto others. You've made it possible for knitters to channel their passion into worthy causes.

and finally, thank you for all the pictures of Utah.. a state that I've never wanted to visit until I 'saw' it through your eyes.

[Rachel H]

Have a wonderful, wonderful Christmas, Margene. Thank you for being here for me to enjoy and learn from every day.

[Renada]

Margene, I'm so happy you blog. I like reading what you have to say, your pictures of Utah (which I cannot even fathom having mountains in my backyard...) and especially your knitting. I catch myself saying "what would Margene do" when I come across a ripping moment.

Yur presence in blogland is everywhere, and I'm so happy you choose to share a bit of yourself, and your world with all of us. Especially me.

Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, and have a wild and Kwazy Kwanza!

[PJ]

Thank you...back at you...well said. It does baffle me, though-with my new blog, now some friends don't 'get it'...I feel if they had one I would read it regardless..but oh well. Have a safe one...