February 2, 2021
When I struggle with just–
The right words to say;
I drop my pen
Pick up my hook…and
I crochet.
Each stitch allowing my mind
To wander in wonder and ponder…
The imagination; Divine sensation. Artistic Expression Needs. No. Compensation.
And sooner or later…
…the words find their own way.
–Nina Zain 😊
Copyright ©2021
Growing Up... 
Beautifully done. Cheers to your skill and for a way of relaxing.
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Thank you, Frank. Cheers! 😁
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I agree with your previous comment! Bravo!
You are very skilled and wise!
~FF
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Thanks FF…and now I’m blushing. 😊 🥰
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Hey, that looks great Nina! That is definitely a wonderful skill to have!😀😺🌞
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Hi Steve! It’s good therapy, eh? 🙃🖐😺
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When you’re good at it like you are!😀😺🌞
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Haha! Let you in on a little secret—when I started crocheting…I was not good at it. Made a bunch of horrific “Christmas gifts.” Embarrassing if I look back on it now. But I kept at it—not cause I was any good—but because I love what crocheting gives me. So maybe, just maybe I can give back a little. 😁😻
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Nice that you kept at it Nina. Yes, crocheting can be good for many things, not just the end product. It’s that way with many hobbies I guess, some of mine too. Gives me a chance to think, or not think, depending on which I want for the moment!😃🖐😻
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Yes! Exactly, Steve! Whatever the hobby—gives us a chance to think, or not think. I’m still thinking about what I’m thinking about..sigh…😊🖐😻
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Sometimes it takes awhile to come up with the right solution, keep at it, the answer will come and it will be the right one.😀🖐😻
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Wise words, my friend. Thank you for the encouragement. 😊🖐😺
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Well, I try, though it doesn’t always come out right!
Take it slow and never rush,
Get into a place that’s hush.
Careful, still, think and pray,
The answer comes on it’s day.
I hope you have a sunny Sunday Nina! It’s -53F here this morning.😳😀🖐😸
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Awwwww!!!!! I love it, Steve! Beautifully said. That place of hush.
-53F??? Argh. That makes my brain freeze just thinking about it…🥶🖐😺☃️
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Glad you liked it. Yep, terribly, the same today, and going to stay with us all week. Next week it’s just going to be cold. Tomorrow I have to go out in this cold to shop and pick up some medicine, not really looking forward to it. The joys of winter.🥶😳🖐😸
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I just now posted you a bit of sunshine…🌞🖐😺
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Yes, beautiful pics indeed, thank you!
Meow,meow=me too!😀🖐😸
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Your work is stunning, my friend! Just like it’s creator! 😁💜
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Turning struggle into something useful. Thank you, Renee. 🤗💓
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And having fun while you’re at it! It’s a shame you didn’t have your own line of crocheted clothing! Very exquisite!
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Awww—Renee, I read this and giggled. Just for laughs, what name would I call a crochet line? “Happy Hooker” is already taken…
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😆😂🤣 I don’t know if I could top that one!!! Nor that made me 😂
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*now
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Right? That was the title of the crochet book I learned from. The author is hilarious! Naughty and funny. Good way to learn. 🤣😁😜
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Nothing is better than laughing and doing something you enjoy! An awesome way to learn!
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…better than crying. In the past I’d get so frustrated with it! No more. Bring on the clowns and the giggles. 🤪
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Better than crying any day of the week
For sure! I’m so glad you were able to push past the failed attempts. Just think if you had given up? Nope. 👎🏼 We won’t think of that! 😄 🤡🥸
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When I was cleaning up and moving out—I found a box (or three) of old bits and unfinished pieces that are awful! Lots of laughs! What was I doing? Sigh…learning. 😉
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Learning…what an humbling experience! {Grins}
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Giggles…
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😆
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This is so special
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Thanks, Luke. I appreciate it. Hey it’s finally snowing here! Woohoo! ☃️
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And for me the snow has just melted but it is forecasting another rainfall. Show me your snow, let me see it
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Hahahaha…ok ok. I just now posted a few. Thanks for the giggle, Luke. 😜
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I’m glad that I make you laugh so much. that makes me very happy😊👍
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Nice Nina!!!
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Thank you, Charlotte! 🌸😊
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Lovely!
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Thank you, Warren. 🙏🏻
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It’s so pretty
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Hi Sheri! Thank you. 🙂
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Ah…both creative pursuits complementing each other. 🤩🤩
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That’s it. I’m wrestling with some words right now…they’ve got me in a “headlock”! Uhhg. ❤️🤯
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Give them time…they will untangle themselves. 😊❤️
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❤️😊❤️😊❤️
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Nina, you light your way in a way which brings you moments of peace. May others learn from your spirit. God’s peace!
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Mr. B your kind words always bring light to me. Thank you for the encouragement and blessings. I am grateful and humbled.
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I don’t know how i missed this post! Congratulations, dear! I’m really impressed!
Let’s establish a business! No! A school!
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An empire…
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Great idea!
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Xaxa!
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Lovely! ❤
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Thank you, Anna. 😊
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