Yei-bi-Chai (yay-ba-chay)
This beautiful Navajo Rug hangs over our bed. It has been credited with 'healing' our marriage, as it the dancers symbolize a healing ceremony. It's been there so long that neither of us remember what year we bought it, but it was while we were on a trip to Bryce Canyon. We stay in Ruby’s Inn, just outside the park, as they have a good restaurant and a very nice gift shop.
Where did the year go!? Here we are with only one more letter of the Alphabet for the ABC-Along. Anne's idea was a wonderful way to get to know other bloggers and their part of the world. Everyone made the ABC Along their own with the entries. It's been a fun read!
You have two weeks, actually until December 31st, to put your best letter forward and create a "Z" that is unique yours. If you have posted all the previous letters you could be in for some prizes, like Xocolate. Anne and I will pick our favorite and then pick someone randomly for prizes. Good luck!!
That's a beautiful (and unique) Y. I see the healers marching along.
Posted by: Laurie | December 13, 2006 at 04:16 AM
I've done all the letters, ma'am. And I posted my Y today, too. I'm still working on Z, though.
Posted by: Carole | December 13, 2006 at 04:35 AM
I totally missed out on this for the year, but starting 07 with a little blogging "experience". Beautiful rug!
Posted by: Carol | December 13, 2006 at 04:49 AM
Oooh, lovely rug! I've got my Y ready to set up, but damnit it's awfully dark again today....
Posted by: Norma | December 13, 2006 at 06:19 AM
I love navajo weavings - that is a great rug!
Posted by: Anne | December 13, 2006 at 06:29 AM
What a beautiful weaving with even better sentiment behind it.
Good for you for sticking with your alphabet....you're almost there :-)
Posted by: Kim | December 13, 2006 at 06:31 AM
This is one of my favorite "letters"....I'm madly in love with Navajo tapestry!
Posted by: Marcia | December 13, 2006 at 07:10 AM
It is a beautiful rug. And I've managed to post all of my ABC entries too! I've even got my "Zed" worked out! :)
Posted by: AmyP | December 13, 2006 at 07:14 AM
Eh, even though it's dark, I did it anyway....
Posted by: Norma | December 13, 2006 at 07:16 AM
Me too, all the letters, with "Y" yesterday and "Z" in the works. What a fun idea this was... I just love this rug and of course this one's a natural coming from you. What a blessing to sleep under such watchful spirits.
Posted by: Birdsong | December 13, 2006 at 08:03 AM
I can't believe it, you've posted yours today, too. It really is Y Day today!!
I've blathered on numerous times about how much I loved this project. I wish I had a do-over on a couple, but for the most part, I'm thrilled and I can't wait for Z so I can finally put together my Abecedary!
Posted by: Vicki | December 13, 2006 at 08:04 AM
Oh, that is a great Y!
Posted by: Chris | December 13, 2006 at 08:07 AM
I visited Bryce Canyon in July, and we also stayed at Ruby's Inn. It's a great place. I also spent some money at their extensive gift shop :)
Posted by: Kristy | December 13, 2006 at 09:08 AM
That is a very unique Rug and the placement of it in your house couldn't be any better.
Posted by: Isela | December 13, 2006 at 09:17 AM
I think we should do an ABC along again. any takers???
Posted by: lisa Co. Springs | December 13, 2006 at 09:26 AM
I've enjoyed reading everyone's posts in the ABC-Along. It really was a good idea.
Posted by: Wool Winder | December 13, 2006 at 09:51 AM
Many years ago the hot tub at Ruby's Inn was outdoors - do you remember that? One night we were lounging in the tub and an eagle flew over and perched in the tree right by the hot tub.
Posted by: Cheryl | December 13, 2006 at 10:23 AM
This is such a great Y post - and such a cool thing to share about your home/your self. You stay SO BUSY with the blog related things you do Margene! I don't know how you find time for a day job!
Posted by: Laura | December 13, 2006 at 10:24 AM
That is a lovely Navajo piece.
Posted by: Leslie | December 13, 2006 at 10:25 AM
That's a lovely bit of fiber art. Thanks for hosting knit unto others.
Posted by: Juls | December 13, 2006 at 11:48 AM
I love it! We're on the same wave length as I just put some photos of Navajo rugs on my blog.
Posted by: Nanette | December 13, 2006 at 12:29 PM
That is really a beautiful hanging. If you have access to the magazine Wild Fibers (an amazing magazine) the last issue had a wonderful article on Navajo rugs and crafts.
Posted by: Rebekah | December 13, 2006 at 01:43 PM
I know that I am an emotional wreck lately, because reading one sentence about your beautiful rug just brought tears to my eyes.
more tea, perhaps.
:)
LOVE it.
And you!
xoxo
Posted by: sandy | December 13, 2006 at 01:54 PM
Gorgeous. I've wished numerous times over this year that I had joined the ABC along (mostly as an excuse to practice my photo skills). But, I have definitely enjoyed seeing all of your lovely posts.
Posted by: Stephanie | December 13, 2006 at 02:53 PM
What cool rug! Even though I didn't participate I had a great time reading everyones abc posts.
Posted by: Kelly | December 13, 2006 at 05:29 PM