Auld Lang Sign Off

I am particularly moved, on the last day of this year, and the last day of my blog, by the tune most linked to today: Auld Land Syne. You know it, right?

Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
And never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
And days of auld lang syne.

CHORUS:
For auld lang syne, my dear,
For auld lang syne,
We'll tak a cup of kindness yet,
For auld lang syne!

The song asks whether old friends and times will be forgotten. It remind us that we should always take the time to remember those times with fondness; to raise our glass, and remember our old friends with kindness.

I lost some friendships this year. Knitting friends, actually - and without going into any silly details, there was some misunderstanding on everyone's part, and some overreacting on everyone's part, and some stubborness on everyone's part. But I was left over here, and they all stayed together.  One of them was a BFF. Go figure. And regardless of the reasons or situation or outcome, or facts - which of course are never the same for anyone, it still hurts. They would tell you it was my choice. Or even my -- dare I say it -- fault. But it's all like being kicked out of the neighborhood girl's playhouse and they all still get together to play on Saturday mornings. Unfortunately, it hugely effected my happiness about knitting, and blogging and I just haven't recovered from it. Anyway, its alot of yarn over the needles at this point - and I'm not bitter, or angry, just sad and today, I am remembering all of them today with great fondness. They were a big part of my starting this blog. It was so much fun so much of the time. They motivated me to come up with new ideas, spurred me on with projects to post. Geez, I even launched a business - which I am also ending. Everything has a beginning, middle and end. Although I am usually one of those friends-for-life kind of people. And when life makes things otherwise, I certainly raise my cup of kindess - and I do so to all of them...and to you!

To anyone and everyone who has ever stopped by, read, posted or emailed, my heartfelt gratitude. This has been a great experience, a great community. I have learned many lessons, one stitch at a time.

I know that my passion for fiber never leaves me, and I know it will be stronger again in time.

God bless you.

Knit and stitches,

Jodi

Comments

[Amy]

I am so sorry to read this, and so sorry you're ending your blog, which I always enjoyed reading. The situation you describe sounds exactly like something I went through a couple of years ago, with some friends in my neighborhood. It was so awful and debilitating. I can't even begin to describe how awful. But I did come through it, and I think I'm better for it. Feel free to email me if you want a shoulder to cry on, especially a shoulder that's been where you are now. Take care, and may 2008 be a much better year.

[Marcia Cooke]

I'm also very sorry to see you ending your blog, Jodi. I find myself on the "outside looking in" as well...guess I was just dropped for lack of participation, but I never was a "community" knitter so it's perfectly okay. I enjoyed meeting you...good luck with whatever you do on the "other side". And Happy New Year!

[Miss T]

I'm so sorry to hear this, and very sorry you're ending your blog. I've enjoyed it. I know how treacherous the ending of a friendship can be, and I sympathize. Do stop by and visit sometime. Here's hoping the New Year brings you better things!

[Cookie]

I'm so sorry, sweetie. It never fails to amaze me how some people never quite outgrow grade school nonsense.

I'm going miss reading here, but you've got to do what's best for you.

[Diane]

I wish you a much happier 2008 and hope that the future holds many more heatlhier friendships and fun! Sorry to see your blog end. I hope you leave it up for a bit!

[Anonymous]

Wishing you success and happiness in all future endeavors. Your blog was so much fun to read. Your attitude shines through. We'll miss it.

[Amy Artisan]

I'm sorry to see your blog ending Jodi - I remember starting in the blog world at the same time as you. I always enjoyed reading about your knit-ventures. I hope that 2008 is filled with joy & happiness for you. May your future be stitched with happiness, friend.

[Chris]

Your words touched off some painful memories of my own, of what might be a very similar situation I found myself in with my then knitting friends. I'm sorry you had to go through something like that, which indeed takes a lot of the joy out of a beloved activity. I hope you find your joy in knitting and blogging again. Take good care.

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[Heidi]

Yours was one of the first knitting blogs I read--and one of my favorites. I totally hear you about the friend thing. I know how it feels. I'll miss reading about your exploits but wish you the best of luck in knitting and in life!

[Kirstie]

Like everyone else, I'm sorry to hear that you've had a hard time. I hope that this doesn't turn you off knitting entirely, as it's obviously been something that you've enjoyed. Best of luck with whatever you choose to do, and wherever you choose to go.

[Carrie K]

Oh I'm so sorry to read about both of those! It sucks to lose friends no matter what the circumstances and I'm so sorry to hear you're blogging no more. I hope that 2008 brings some happiness to you.

[~Kristie]

I hope this isn't goodbye forever, but goodbye for a time. I'll leave you in my bloglines .. just in case.

Time heals all wounds and I hope the time passes quickly for you.

I wish you a stellar 2008!

[Daniel]

Hey Jodi!
I heard about this through the Conn.-Seattle grapevine. Hang in there and don't let others dictate what you love. Get out here to WA, even if its just for the weekend so we can recharge you.
Sending positive energy your way,
Daniel

[Debbie]

Hello my old friend - was just ckng in to see if you were blogging again - sorry to see that you're letting it go. You and I we ebb and flow but always pick up again - which I love. I've not been knitting for a long time as well - but its due to my arm - my "golpher's elbow" (of all things - you're the golpher after all!) But a recent surgery should change that and I'm excitedly collecting patterns with anticipation of my next project! You always go into things 110% (which I admire, may I say!) so maybe you can start
again at a lower percentage. And maybe we can start up together. I'm so sorry about the group - what a shame....but I know you came away with much more than you lost. Love you - Deb

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