💜🌈 CitizenPressDog 🌈💜

Hello and welcome to my journal. I plan to write brief entries here, as I take a step back from platforms like Instagram. This space will serve as my main communication hub for the time being, unless I find a reason to share elsewhere.

Last night, I made progress in organizing my yarn wall, though there is still more to be done, which will take some time. I’m currently working on a 60-stitch project using scrap yarn. I believe in utilizing every bit of material, and any leftover yarn that isn’t enough for a complete project will find a place in my scrap project. I truly appreciate my yarn collection and am grateful for a best friend who encourages my creativity. Recently, I’ve been focusing on crafting coasters and placemats, a shift from my earlier projects. I began my fiber journey in the 90s with dishcloths and have also made numerous scarves for donation, often including pieces made from my loved ones. I still enjoy making scarves from time to time.

Regarding the recent discontinuation of certain CARON yarns that I cherish, I am reconsidering my preference for the CARON yarn family, including Red Heart and other brands under YARNSPIRATIONS. I find comfort in using products from Hobby Lobby, Lion Brand yarn, and Premier yarns. I have also stashed several skeins from JoJo’s.

I would also like to share my perspective on some trends I’ve observed in the social media community. It can be frustrating when individuals assert authority on topics simply due to their personal relationships, or when they express dissatisfaction with our political climate without consideration of the consequences of their words. If someone feels disenchanted with living in this country, I encourage them to reflect on their options, whether that means staying here, relocating elsewhere, or considering alternative lifestyles.

Additionally, I’ve noticed that some creators express discontent over lack of interaction while simultaneously limiting engagement with their audience, which can be off-putting. I mention this because I suspect I am not alone in my feelings on this matter.

To clarify my own stance, I have an extended family member who lost someone in the September 11 events, and I approach such subjects with sensitivity. I do not claim to be an expert on any issue, nor do I seek such a designation. I simply aim to live my life while protecting those who matter to me. My interests lie in true crime and various genres, and while I enjoy researching these topics, I do not aspire to become an authority on them. This is part of why my high school experience felt unfulfilling; my interests didn’t align with the standard curriculum, and I found social interactions to be quite challenging.