Finishes

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First, a rainbow, Friday night — a welcome sign.

This post is all about things I’ve finished. There seem to be so many things in my life that are pending, or that have no end in sight, or that just seem to exist in their own little universe. It’s nice that there are a few things around me that do show progress.

The first is a scarf I haven’t blogged about yet. I love it. The yarn, the color, the pattern — all wonderful.


Pattern: “Road Not Taken” scarf from Lisa Lloyd’s A Fine Fleece.
Yarn: “Mokusa” Merino/Angora yarn from Spirit Trail Fiberworks, dyed in vibrant, happy pinky-peachy melba sort of colors by Jen.
Needles: US 6
Finished Dimensions: 7.5 by 60 inches
Modifications: None to speak of.


This yarn is soft, easy to knit, and an all-around pleasure for the eyes and hands. If you go to the website, you’ll see that Jen has put a few skeins on sale. Hurry, though, because I’ve got my eye on one or two.

The next project to be finished was these socks. When I began knitting them I thought they’d be mine, but as I made progress they looked more and more like guy socks. So, they’ll be a gift.


Pattern: Caterpillar Socks by Anne Hanson
Yarn: “Grey over Golden” Sundara Merino sock yarn
Needles: US 1 (2.25 mm)
Size: Men’s Medium
Modifications: I worked a regular flap heel instead of the short row heel the pattern called for. I made it more interesting by doing a little zig-zag thing with the slipped stitches.


The biggest finish of all: Radiation. Done. Finished. Wrapped up. Checked off the list. Hooray! Friday morning was my fourth and last treatment. I’ll do a happy dance when I get a little more energy back. It’s coming. Maybe by about Thursday…

Next up is a small break before I start down the next part of this road. I’ll start chemotherapy whenever Dr. Pearl says it’s time. While I wait I’m going to go to work as often as I can, get out and about, and keep taking good care of myself. I need a little more of this, too:


Flying Point Beach, July 25th. The lump of shadow at the water’s edge is Niece Rachel and me. We went down to the ocean that evening, had a little picnic, and stayed until it began to get dark and chilly. I miss those two nieces, now that they’re back home. It was a real treat to have them around this summer.

17 thoughts on “Finishes”

  4. Yay for finishing your radiation! The scarf is beautiful. I love the colors and the winding road pattern. I like your zigzag pattern on the sock heels. I must remember that. Take care and enjoy the break in treatments.

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  5. Sweet Jane,What a lovely post, my friend. Your shining heart & spirit came shining through it.Congrats on the completion of this step. Woo hoo!Love the scarf & socks. Have been looking at the purchase of Lisa's book – looks like a winner. Jen's yarn is so yummy ^ .. ^Lotsa XOXO

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  7. Love your socks! The heel is not “Eye of the partridge”, is it? (the zigzaging looks different)Nieces are awesome — I’m not just saying that because I’m Vi’s “adopted niece” 😉

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  8. we’re all so very proud of you for keeping up your spirits during the radiation treatments. and so very glad that they are done.how great that you will be able to go to work a bit before the chemo starts :-)I LOVE that scarf – and the caterpillar socks are grand too.my heart holds yours close, my friend.

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  10. Good for you Jane! I’ve been thinking about you and wondering how you were doing.I can see there has been no lack of finger busyness happening. What lovely knitting you’ve been doing! I adore the scarf pattern and also love the name. The socks, well, I don’t know how you make them look so darned perfect! I guess I’ll have to give socks another try some day. Let me know when you have the energy to do your Happy Dance and I’ll dance right along with you!xxoo

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  11. On my screen, the colors in your socks match the colors in the ocean picture.Glad to read you have finished the radiation treatments. I wish you health and a rapid return of energy.

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  12. You’re always progressing in so many ways, Jane, whether you can see the measure of it or not.All of us who read your blog benefit from your wonderful insights and stories. Thank you!Bravo re: end of radiation. Onwards to chemo. And then, you can get well. Lots of progress, lots.And lots of love to you.

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  14. Yay! Keep kicking cancer’s ass, Jane. I love this scarf, and the last scarf. And, while camping, I got to use Annabelle as proof that female pint lions do in fact exist–they’re just rare and precious. And I typed this with my own pint lion Yarrow in my lap. He says hi, and purr, and “murp.” I’m not entirely sure how to translate murp, but I’m sure Belle will understand.

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  15. oh Jane, I’ve been busy and have only just checked in and caught up, all the best thoughts and wishes and forward plans your way. Lots and lots of thoughts your way. Still i see the needles have been flying, and I do love what you have been knitting. I’ve queue’d me a pair of Artichoke Socks by Megan Humphrey, and am getting all inspired by your lovely use of hand dyed yarns. Take care, rest up lots and work back into the world at your own pace. Stella

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  16. I found you after looking up comments about “A Fine Fleece” – new to me but I’m loving it! – and really like your Road not Taken scarf. How many skeins of Mokusa did it take? (I am tempted to turn that into a jump rope rhyme!)

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  17. Hi Jane!I’ve been following you very inspiring blog for quite a bit, and thought I’d invite you to join us at http://www.womenetcetera.com, where you can share some of your experiences and wonderful tips! We’re a group of women in our fifties who love making new friends, sharing new experiences, embracing changes and living life. You sure do sound like one of us!:)

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