Tag Archives: Ravelry

The Anchor (Part Two)

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Scorchy

When I realized that knitting had become a life preserver throughout this breast cancer experience, I wondered if anyone else had given this any thought. I am known to over think even the smallest things and that often makes me … Continue reading →

Posted in My Stage IV Life | Tagged anchor, Attitude, breast cancer, chemotherapy, coping, crafts, Diagnosis, friends, frustration, hobbies, Humor, knit, Knitters with Breast Cancer, knitting, Media, metastasis, metastatic breast cancer, OCD, Philosophy, Ravelry, sanity, Sh*t Knitters Say, skill, Stage IV, stage iv breast cancer, stress, support, therapy, Treatment | 16 Comments

The Anchor (Part One)

Posted on November 9, 2012 by Scorchy

I have two crafts that I love: cross-stitch and knitting. Years ago I visited one of my favorite places in the world, Wintherthur, and marveled at a corner nook filled with antique samplers. I was already producing samplers of my … Continue reading →

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Devil’s Advocate: Hooters Edition

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Scorchy

As you know, I’m no fan of the pink. Before I got cancer I never thought about it. Didn’t care. Pink ribbons. Whatever. Wanna buy a pink fanny pack and support breast cancer awareness? Mmmno. That all changed when I … Continue reading →