I managed to motivate myself out the front door of the coach just before 7am this morning to get in a 15-minute walk in just over 60 degrees. Walking felt invigorating and the view of the nearby mountains in the early morning sun was delightful. I also have the satisfaction of seeing some activity on my Fitbit. Hurray!
It is awesome having a baby girl to knit for. Well, I knit for her mom too. There is something comforting in knitting. It is the movement of hands and the creation of something useful. The personal connection to a garment that has every fiber passing through one's fingers makes it satisfying to create and give. I will start on this adorable sweater with less fear of failure than usual because I have already knitted one for her.
The joy of knitting for a baby is the rapid result. My personality likes starting new things, finishing them quickly and moving on to the next endeavor. It is a trait that spreads across every job, home and craft I have ever tackled. But that's ok. I've learned to accept it.
I am a starter. I like to get things going in my compulsive, Type-A way and then pass off the well functioning business, a renovated home or a useful creation to someone else who will carry it forward. I look back once in awhile to confirm that what I did was right and good. Mostly, I am rewarded with a feeling of happiness that someone else has benefited from my efforts. For that I am grateful.
