30 Days of Gratitude: Day 3

As I posted today on Facebook, I need to refocus my trust in God to provide what we truly need, so I think it is time to start up some thankful posting.

Today, I am thankful for knitting. It brings me so much joy, because nearly every item I knit is a gift for someone. Giving just makes me so happy. 

My wonderful mother-in-law taught me how to cast on, make a knit stitch, and make a purl stitch in February of 2006.  By the time I was put on bed rest with my third daughter in June 2006, I had surpassed Margaret's level of expertise.  That is how much I loved, and still love, knitting.  

Before I knew it, I was knitting hats, mittens, scarves, sweaters, and afghans.  Since then, I have branched out into my own patterns, learned to crochet, and started exploring alternative knitting methods (cabling without a needle, continental versus English hold, etc.).  My Ravelry queue is so packed that I will have knitting projects to keep me busy well beyond the zombie apocalypse.  

The most beautiful part: nearly every project I make is a gift for someone.  When the recipient opens his/her gift and lights up in delight, I cannot even begin to describe the overwhelming sense of joy I feel.  Joy in his/her delight, joy in my craftsmanship, joy in absolute appreciation, and joy in knowing that I have done something to bring him/her happiness.