Here is my beautiful mother, wearing the Silk Cabled Tank I knit her! Finally, a shot of my mum modeling something I've knit her! (Sorry for the sunspot, we were having camera issues.)
Knitting has been pretty slow of late, I'm still working away on my International Scarf Exchange scarf, it's coming along nicely. I've not had much time for it lately (my family laughed at me this morning when I complained that I hadn't picked up my needles in TWO WHOLE DAYS!!!). I've been thinking a lot about my homelife/work situation, and I feel that some changes are in order. I've allowed things to become somewhat unbalanced, and there are some areas in my life that need adjustment.
I'm having a wonderful visit with my mum! Mostly I've been dragging her around with me as I do my daily tasks, but we spent a few very nice hours outdoor gardening together, and went to the greenhouse again today to pick up some annuals to brighten things up. It's just so great spending time together. Last week, Mum came along with the rest of us to a barbeque at a friend's house. As we were chatting, my friend said to me, "Now I see where you get it from!". "What?", I asked. The answer? "Everything!"
The tank top looks great! Glad you are having a good time with your mom and that you can do things like gardening together. I think my mom (and dad) would love it if I got interested in gardening. They have some beautiful flower beds filled with mostly dahlias, but other flowers too, and they belong to the local horticulture society. I'm trying to get them into knitting though - but it's not working...lol.
Posted by: Shelley | May 14, 2007 at 04:42 PM
WoW! The tank looks wonderful on your beautiful mother! It fits her perfectly.
Posted by: Julie | May 14, 2007 at 06:13 PM
The tank is gorgeous and your mother looks beautiful in it.
Posted by: Jennifer | May 14, 2007 at 06:46 PM
The tank fits your mum perfectly! My mum used to come and garden my little patch of grass. Lately she hasn't had the time to pop by and my poor patch is weed ridden. I didn't inherit the green thumb :(
Posted by: erin | May 14, 2007 at 06:55 PM
Your mom looks fabulous - what a perfect fit!
Posted by: Ruth | May 14, 2007 at 07:19 PM
How beautiful, your Mom and the tunic. It looks stunning on her. Weekends like Mothers Day and Fathers Day is when I really miss not living closer to family. I'm so glad you are able to spend time with your Mom.
I hope you find the balance you are searching for, I know how difficult this is.
Posted by: Barbp | May 14, 2007 at 07:38 PM
What a perfect fit! I bet she was thrilled!
As for the balancing act... I know what you mean. Sometimes we just need to step back, re-evaluate, pray, and be flexible to allow for change. Things always balance out.
Posted by: Tammy | May 14, 2007 at 09:23 PM
Your cabled tank and the pants are a perfect match. The tree behind her is lovely too!
Posted by: gina L | May 14, 2007 at 10:55 PM
Perfect!
Posted by: Karen | May 15, 2007 at 04:21 AM
The tank looks great on her! It looks like it's the perfect fit. :)
Posted by: Sheri | May 15, 2007 at 04:40 AM
Beautiful summer top... what a lucky Mom!
Posted by: Pat | May 15, 2007 at 04:59 AM
The tank looks great on your mum, it's a lovely colour, glad you're getting to spend some time together and having fun.
Posted by: Jo | May 15, 2007 at 06:02 AM
I am so saad when I hear about people who do not have a close relationship with their parents or siblings. I am happy that you are able to spend some time with your mother. (and that top looks lovely on her!)
I think everyone goes out of balance now and again, but it takes a wise woman to recognize that and look for solutions. Just don't forget to include attention for yourself when you rebalance!
Posted by: Judy G | May 15, 2007 at 06:44 AM
Beautiful cabled tank, lucky Mom!
Posted by: Brenda | May 15, 2007 at 07:17 AM
Lovely tank on lovely mom! What a blessing to be able to have your mom for a visit.
I'm with you on "balance" - I find that I have to recalibrate often.
Posted by: Laura | May 15, 2007 at 07:48 AM
The tank looks great on your Mom and I am so glad you are having a good time with her.I love it when my daughter Kath and baby Emily come over to saty, special times.
I think , no matter how old you are we all have periods in life that need looking at and making changes or just reflection. I know that I get 'lost' at times and then something will happen to re-direct me .
Posted by: Anne | May 16, 2007 at 05:56 AM
Yey for some lovely time with you Mum. The top looks great.
Posted by: Sarah | May 16, 2007 at 10:26 AM
Goodness! Your lovely Mom with her new lovely tank top, what a wonderful fit, VERY well done, Charity! Glad to hear you're enjoying time together, what fun.
Ahhh, balance. It can be such a tricky beast, sending good balancing thoughts your way!
Posted by: marianne | May 16, 2007 at 12:28 PM
It's a great fit and looks lovely on your Mom.
Posted by: Rain | May 16, 2007 at 12:46 PM
What a truly amazing tank, and it looks so fantastic on your beautiful mother! I'm so glad that you're having such a wonderful time with her - something to cherish forever indeed!
Posted by: Dipsy D. | May 17, 2007 at 02:16 AM
It came out beautifully and it looks so good on your mom! That's a great color and style for her.
Posted by: Carrie K | May 17, 2007 at 01:26 PM
It is so wonderful to see your mom modeling the tank you made her and it looks like a perfect fit! She is beautiful and you chose the right color to make this in for her.
I can imagine how you two are so alike, LOL my dad and I are as my daughter and I are too:)
Posted by: KnitPastis | May 18, 2007 at 04:57 AM
The tank turned out perfect for your mum. I love her pants!!! Fabulous outfit on her. What a mum!
Posted by: Fiberjoy | May 19, 2007 at 08:40 AM
Oh your Mum looks so good , her trousers go perfectly too.
Posted by: angie Cox | May 21, 2007 at 10:32 AM