Dear Amy, thanks so much for sharing about yourself. It was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon after a week of uncertainty and anxiousness. I always say that when something crosses my path three times in a short period of time, that it is something I should pay attention to. Your talking about "Women Who Run With the Wolves" was just such a thing. I have pulled out my old copy and did just what you suggested. It was a chapter that was so right on target. Thank you for that. I come away from listening to you with new things to think about and old things brought to the surface. It is truly a gift. I hope your birthday and anniversary were wonderful.
Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Melody - always so thoughtful. I'm glad that this episode brought some ease and inspired a deep dive into Women Who Run With The Wolves. Every time I read a chapter that I think I'm already really familiar with, it meets me in a new way, revealing something of myself, offering insight and clear seeing. I think my life would be all the poorer if I had never read it. I love that the chapter you turned to met you so beautifully!
We live about an hour from Ithaca, NY, home to Moosewood Restaurant. Have eaten there several times in the past, and a few of their cookbooks sit on my shelves.... Goddess archetypes. Last year, my book group read "Circe" by Madeline Miller. It tells the story of the Odyssey from the perspective of the godess Circe, with the gods and goddesses and their strengths and petty foibles (and the politics and power struggles) brought vividly to life. I connected with Circe, exiled on her island with her animals and her herbs and her powers of righteous vengeance. She is a complicated figure .... I listened to the audiobook version, with a fantastic reader, who drew you in and enchanted. Highly recommend.... Thank you, Amy, for enchanting us with your stories and taking us away from the everyday for a while.
What a lovely podcast! I did enjoy that. And if anyone is hesitating about Women Who Run With The Wolves - dont! Especially if you are approaching 40 or are in your 40’s and older. If you try reading it and it doesnt do anything for you, wait and try again in a couple of years. It is a wonderful book, with many teachings and affirmations. Happy belated birthday Amy!
Happy birthday weekend! I enjoyed this Q&A episode as I've been enjoying all of your other episodes to date as well. I especially loved hearing about your tarot and oracle decks, as I have several of my own that I've been exploring. And I am completely on board with your holiday movie watching tradition....those are my favorites, though I probably make it through the LotR movies several times a year. They are the "mashed potatoes" of movies for me...total comfort viewing, and also full of hope, something that's been sorely needed this year. All the best to you, Amy!
Mashed potatoes of movies!! What a wonderful description!! That's exactly what they are - true comfort viewing that I never tire of. Just like mashed potatoes - hahaha!
Hi, Amy. I’ve been catching up. I enjoyed every minute of this more personal podcast. It was not boring at all. Age wise, I could be your mother, but I am learning so much from you, I feel like the child that has so very much to learn, and there is not nearly enough time for me to learn all that you have to offer. I am fascinated by the goddesses and the insights of ourselves. Your soft, gentle way of speaking and explaining all things is so calming and soothing. I want to read everything, and I want to learn about everything; so I must explore some of these wonderful resources you have listed. I’ve gone back and re-listened to parts, and think I must search for your favorite book, I’m 77, but you even said it was for people in their seventies and eighties! But, I better get cracking. Being somewhat isolated with this pandemic gives me opportunity to explore new ideas, especially as I am not so scared about the political situation in my country. I have more hope that 2021 will be better, in every way. I’d love to have you come and sit down and have a lovely conversation about everything and anything. Thanks for a fantastic conversation 💛
Your wonderful voice and serenity are calming in a storm of uncertainty and stress here in the US. Thank you for your generosity and time. Wishing you a belated happy birthday.
Always a pleasure to listen to you. You have so much sound advice. I have only just finished listening to you as I was participating in iKnit7 which was so much fun! Lots of interesting chats there too! All the best!
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday Amy. Thank you for sharing so much of yourself in this podcast. Your kind, warm, wise words are always a treasure to behold.
Thank you so much, Sue - and thank you so much for receiving this episode so beautifully. I was worried that I was going to bore everyone silly, so your comment is so reassuring and encouraging.
I've just caught up with this episode Amy and feel I must say thank you for sharing so much about yourself with us. You are a beautiful and fascinating person and I feel like I've just received a warm hug!!
Ooo, I just wanted to pause watching to say how happy I was to see you pull from the Faerie's Oracle deck! It is my favourite of all of my decks, by far the main one I use for myself personally. Seeing it here feels like running into a dear friend in a place where you had a feeling they'd love to hang out in 😃😃😃
What a wonderful. deeply moving podcast. Amy, you touched on things that I have been putting off investigating. It has taken me ages to get through the entire podcast as I keep heading off to check out something that has pecked my interest. Thank you.
Oh that's wonderful, Penny - I'm so glad! Do let me know if I can point you in the direction of any resources to help you further follow up on all that's piquing your curiosity.
Happy Birthday, Amy! Thank you for sharing your special weekend with us. What a fabulous way to spend my Saturday afternoon - knitting my slipstravaganza number two while listening to you and admiring your wonderful Marled Magic Sweater. So many fantastic recommendations for books, decks and more. thank you, Ros X
I'm in awe that you're knitting a second Slipstravaganza, Ros! How have you found knitting with the two different colour stories playing through your shawl? Are you finding that it's presenting very differently? I've so loved scrolling through the instagram feed to look at everyone's colour choices. Just love the diversity!
“A meditation of hands”. I love this way of describing craft and particularly knitting. I know that when I feel unsettled my knitting brings me back to a still calm place and I find that often answers just present themselves without my needing to become anxious or be in my head too much.
So, one of my favourite quotes is this... "I want to beg you, as much as I can, dear sir, to be patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart and to try to love the questions themselves like locked rooms and like books that are written in a very foreign tongue. Do not now seek the answers, which cannot be given you because you would not be able to live them. And the point is, to live everything. Live the questions now. Perhaps you will then gradually, without noticing it, live along some distant day into the answer." Rilke Knitting helps me to sit with the questions that are unsolved in my heart so that i might have the patience to live into the answers. It keeps my hands occupied so that my mind can find peace. It sounds like it does the same for you!
My Mom’s parents were from Scotland. My moms hair was a beautiful silvery white. My Grandma taught me to knit and told me that a lot of people she knew were knitters in Scotland. I am going to get you favorite book and give it a read. Thank you for your generosity and congratulations to the winners. I love watching your videos. Purchased a large project bad, the book you mentioned and a shawl pattern by Helen Stewart. I’m very glad for the recommendations but, money is flying out the window. Just joking about the money. Can’t wait to get the yarn to start the shawl. Thank you for all your suggestions.
Hahaha! Yes, I'm afraid I've been on a bit of a spending spree this week too. Although I'm telling myself it's ok, as technically, this is my birthday month - hahaha! I do so hope you love all your new purchases - the book, the bag and the pattern. I have a feeling you're going to be beautifully met by all 3.
Such wonderful conversation. Also, I am thrilled that someone asked if you have done readings for audio versions of items. I'd been wondering the same.
Thank you for taking the time to answer so many questions! It was wonderful to learn more about you. You have such a different sense of spirituality than I do, and yet I find myself intrigued and curious by yours. I'm glad you are so willing to share it and bring it into each podcast. You have entered my life at the perfect moment, as I accept my fate. The gifts of life are fascinating in this way. [hearts]
I think that's maybe the thing about spirituality - when it is such a part of who you are, it gets woven through everything, doesn't it? And when we encounter another's spirituality, it sheds more light upon our own, and we get to experience it and treasure it anew. Sending love to you, Tanya.
I enjoyed every aspects of this podcast so thank you for sharing all the interesting details of what you do and your many interest. You come across as a dear familiar friend - someone to spend an afternoon with tea and good conversation. Happy Birthday!
Oh I just love that, Pam. And yes, absolutely, that's how I like to imagine these episodes - a wee visit where we get to sit and chat about knitting and yarn and life.
wow - firstly thank you for being so generous in your answers. i've watched this over the last few days with my morning coffee and have enjoyed it so much. i also appreciate the time in providing links to your recommendations and suggestions on how to use a card deck. Mary Oliver, her poetry is such a wonderful read. i have some of her writings stuck up on my office wall for when i need a distraction. take care and looking forward to next time.
Mary Oliver wrote such wonderful poems, didn't she? I honestly feel like she changed the way I look at the world. Was ever so sad when she passed, while so so grateful that she lives on through all her wonderful writing. What a legacy.
I want tell you how delighted Aodhin was when you mentioned her question & gave such a lovely reply. The help & support of you & the virtial knitting community at this time particularly in so warm & supportive. Edel
Just catching up with your podcasts today. I’m so sorry to have missed the opportunity to ask you a question but it was lovely to hear your answers to the ones you chose. You continue to bring so much joy into our lives - thank you x
I adore your podcast. Love your calmness. Love your kindness. HB ! In such a state of sadness here in the US. Election results are sad . So looking and needing some comfort. But I never forget that God is in charge. Helps me. Your knitting is just beautiful! Take care.
I hear you, Cindy - elections can be terribly divisive. Especially when, as is the case in the US, it's a 2 party system. Over here in Scotland, we use proportional representation in our elections which ideally creates a more diverse government, and invites in greater diversity and cohesion. I think when you only have two viable options, things become 'them and us' - and I also think that some seek to take advantage of that fragmentation. I'm hoping that once the dust settles, the work of national unity can begin. Because we are always stronger together than apart.
Happy Birthday! Hope it's a great day. We have a few things in common. We both married immigrants. I'm an American with a Russian husband. Russian is also a difficult language that I have attempted to learn in the past, and also understand more than I could ever speak. I also have teenage sons. We have 4 kids altogether with one young teen (13) and an older teen (19). I completely understand the late night worrying. I don't go to sleep until the eldest gets home. I'm always telling my husband it's like having a newborn baby again...ha, ha. We also have similar hairstyles, except my hair is red with lots of streaks of white on my almost 44 year old head, and will hopefully end up similar to yours...it's beautiful. Such a lovely sweater you're wearing. I don't knit, but crochet sweaters and garments. I follow lots of knitters though, as I find a lot to inspire in my own making. Thanks for sharing!
I love that we share so much in common, Bridget! And yes, I'm with you on those long night's of worrying. It really is like having a newborn, but without having the reassurance of being able to scoop them up in your arms and rocking them back to sleep!
Aw, that's because you are sitting with a friend, Lorraine! I love to think of this podcast as visits with friends - especially at this time when current restrictions make visits so infrequent and challenging. Thank heavens for technology!
Amy, Thank you for sharing with us. It was delightful to learn more about you. Your Vlog has become my favorite. I really appreciate you listing patterns, decks, etc in the show notes so I don't have to pause and make note of them. Wishing you a very Happy Birthday filled with love, laughter and knitting. FYI....I love my Magic Marl sweater by Stephen and look forward that it is finally getting cold enough in Portland Oregon to wear it.
Oh we're Marled Magic twins - how fabulous!! What colour story did you decide to tell with your MM? And I'm so glad that you're enjoying the podcast, love - that really means so much to me.
@@AmyPalko My MM is in grays, blues, greens, golds with orange cuffs and neck ribbing. I was stash busting. Once I get through half of my projects that I have going I would like to do The Penguono using stash but also have eyes on the Letho. So many great knitting pattens and yarns to choose from, I will never be bored with isolating :-) Happy Knitting!
@@sassyd59 Oh that sounds completely gorgeous! And yes, this is the gift of creative practice - it is always ready to meet us where it finds us, and with that, we are never bored.
Loads of wonderful and interesting content here as always. You are truly a godsend. And thank you for picking my question. Happy Birthday again (you share your birthday with my grandson 😉). Have a lovely weekend and a lovely year. 😘😘😘
Aw, I love that I share a birthday with your grandson - how special! I hope he had a lovely day. So tricky to celebrate during these times - and I know that France in particular has a strict lockdown in place. But yes, hope celebrations were had, laughter was easily found and that there was cake. I think all birthdays need cake.
Thank you for answering so many questions! 😀 When you mentioned that the Moosewood cookbook was one your mom used often I realized that you must be close in age to my children, and I was right - you are almost exactly one year older than my oldest daughter, who is named, coincidentally, Aimee! ❣️ Different spelling, of course, but same sound. LOVE your Marled Magic sweater and the newly completed shawl. I found it interesting when you said what color your hair was when you were younger, because I had always been told that people with really dark hair went grey earlier and that redheads went grey last. My mom was a redhead, and she really didn't begin to go grey until in her seventies, and I was strawberry blonde and, at 67, still am not anywhere near total grey, although my hair is considerably darker and basically has no red at all anymore. I loved how you reminded us that we are ALL equally special. ❣️
Oh how funny - what a wonderful coincidence! And yes, my red hair certainly started to turn when I was in my 20s, and I think my mum and my auntie were the same, and they both had redder hair than mine! And I do believe that we are all equally special - it's such an important thing to remember as we move through life - to cherish everyone and to see each one as a precious member of our global family.
Amy, Happy birthday, love the card you choose today. Brought me back to childhood and also to the period of my life when my kids were growing up. Thank you for the gift. What a beautiful surprise learning that I was one of the winners. I wrote you via email.
Oh I love that - it was just magical to have Losgunna visit with us for this episode. And, I'm so happy for you that you won!! I've popped your prize in the post, so I'm hoping it won't take too long to find its way across the Atlantic.
This past week here in the US has been so stressful that I needed something meditative to do with my hands so I decided to begin knitting a simple shawl. Better than biting my nails! 😂 With so much nervous energy, I’m almost halfway done! But I thought of you when I chose my yarn because, although don’t have the skill or patience to do complicated patterns I did want some variety in the look, so I chose a variegated yarn in grays and pinks. I’m pretty excited about having it this winter.
Oh your colour choices sound just glorious! How exciting to see them knit up together. And, certainly for me, nothing quite beats knitting to channel excess nervous energy into something warm and comforting.
Congrats to the winners! Those bags are so lovely! Thank you Amy for your sound advice on raising teenage boys! I loved this segment and getting to know you. I absolutely loved your suggestion for reading Women who run with wolves, I was stuck on Chapter 2 for the longest time. I will pick it back up and use your approach, Thank you and Happy Birthday!
Oh you're so welcome, Jessica. I didn't mention on the podcast, but I also found the book Iron John by Robert Bly quite insightful too from an archetypal perspective as a mother raising boys to be good men. And, I'm so pleased you're going to giving Women Who Run With the Wolves another go, but from this Choose-Your-Own-Adventure approach. I actually did a read-along for it in my Patreon earlier this year where the group voted on which chapter to read next, and so we read it from cover to cover, but in the order we chose together. It was such a fun project and really helped to get us through the first lockdown.
@@AmyPalko I like Cheryl Richardson's Self-Care cards for a little daily inspiration that I dip into now and then. Inner Child Cards (Lerner & Lerner), The Druid Plant Oracle (Phillip & Stephanie Carr-Gomm) but my favourite oracle is The New Book of Runes (Ralph Blum) that I've had for many years, I love putting my hand in my pouch of runes to pick one and reading the interpretation in the book, always spot on for me. I used to dabble with the I Ching years ago, such a big book!
It's so lovely that you are working with the Goddess energy, which you embody beautifully. As a long-time student of Astrology, I am excitied at the idea of exploring goddess energy and the asteroids, so, yes please, from me! And thank you for sharing such an interesting and heart-warming video.(Sun Libra conjunct Neptune and Saturn/Taurus rising/Aquarius Moon and uranus on the South Node)
Oh that's great - so lovely to meet another student of astrology - it really is life long learning, isn't it? You might be interested in my Patreon where I share a bit more about the goddess asteroids, but I really am thinking that I need to put together something that will introduce them in a bit more of a structured way. Also, we share an Aquarius Moon! But Uranus for me is conjunct my Sun and Venus in 10th house Scorpio - a bit of a potent mix!
Happy birthday Amy (was it yesterday?) and thankyou for this wonderfully entertaining and revealing podcast. I have listened to it in three sections throughout today, before lunch, after lunch and after pruning the apple tree in our garden! After the tension of the US election and the results yesterday, listening to your gentle calm voice has been like a balm for the weary soul! Now in my sixties I come away having learnt new things, particularly about goddesses and oracle cards! Never to old to learn and discover! 😉 There was so much of interest that I shall no doubt listen to some of your answers to the questions again!
My birthday was on Saturday, Gillian, and I had a grand time despite the current restrictions we're living with right now. We got some yummy Indian food and watched The Hundred Foot Journey on our new projector and screen - a makeshift cinema! I just love knowing that this episode was woven through your day, bringing inspiration, interest and gentleness. And yes, absolutely never too old to learn and discover - curiosity is available to us at all ages - thank goodness!! I'm so glad that you're finding new things to follow up on - the world is such a rich and fascinating place, isn't it?
Thank you for the beautiful chat. Just have to tell you that I too have a well worn copy of The Moosewood cookbook and live only forty miles from the restaurant. Surprised to see you pull it out. Wishing you the happiest birthday!
Oh Jennifer! Have you ever eaten there? That would be completely magical. We have had the most wonderful vegetarian restaurant in Edinburgh for many many years - and Edinburgh institution. However, it has gone now - another victim of 2020, I'm afraid. I do so hope that the Moosewood is still thriving!
@@AmyPalko Yes I have! It's a beautiful little place. I would be shocked if it went out of business. It's quite famous. I believe Molly Katzen worked there in the early days. If you don't have any of the cookbooks from the Moosewood Collective...I highly recommend them. They are all great.
Oh goodness, Cecelia, you picked a rather epic episode to begin with! If you go back and watch earlier episodes, you'll see they're a lot shorter, and they focus much more on knitting - but I hope you enjoy those just as much.
Thank you, Amy, I think you are right poetry is exactly what I will read starting with Mary Oliver's book you recommended. I had knitters in my family but I'm the only knitter now, my siblings don't knit I have tried to introduce my daughter to knitting but she is not interested. My own grandmother came to Edinburgh from Orkney so it is very likely that is where my Mum learned to knit. Like your Mum, my own Mum would often say "What's for you won't go past you" something I have also said to my own children on many an occasion. Thank you for your kind words, Carol.
Oh, how lovely that we share Orkney roots. In fact, one of my favourite poems ever is from Orkney - Hamnavoe by George Mackay Brown. It follows his father on his postal route, describing the town in wonderfully vivid detail. And with the last lines of the poem you realise that the poem is really a tribute to his father and his father's love of Stromness and the way he experiences and shows up for his community, his town. You can hear him reading it here... poetryarchive.org/poem/hamnavoe/
Thank you, Leanne! Btw, Aurora has almost finished her very first kilt, and she's absolutely over the moon with it. Definitely more kilt making in her future!
@@AmyPalko Oh that's amazing, if Aurora is anything like me she will be hooked! I have been making them for about 20 years now and still love the process and the craft! x
Your talking about Edinburgh made me tear up! It’s such a beautiful place. I think also your accent is quite typical for Edinburgh too. It sounds exactly like I remember! I think people have in their mind more of a Highland accent from TV.
Yes - I think that's what I was getting at re: accents. I think there's a familiarity with one specific accent type, when really, we don't all talk like that - hahaha! And Edinburgh really is a lovely place. I think I might record a wee wander around some of my favourite places and share in an episode one day....
@@AmyPalko That would be lovely! I think it would be nice to showcase the different neighborhoods in different vlogs - they have such different personalities. 😊❤️
Dear Amy, I don’t even imagine that you are aware of our circumstances here in the USA at the time of your podcast. Awaiting election results has been difficult at best. So, like all fellow knitters I sat down with Xmas socks to finish, a cup of coffee, and was thrilled to see that you were here to bring calm during such an anxious time. The results were announced and I found myself ready to turn the page toward a period of moving forward. Now the socks are still on the needles but much closer being finished. But then there came another delivery. I received the knitting bucket I had ordered from Cocoon Tree. Please pass on the message of joy. By the way my other favorite poet is David Whyte. He often reads Mary Oliver’s poems. Like you his voice is calming and reassuring. Thank you for your generosity. Etoyle of spirit
Oh, Etoyle, I have been keeping a close eye on your election. For what happens in the US ultimately impacts the world. We are all interconnected. I'm glad that I could bring some calm and gentle peace during this rather fraught time. And I'm glad your knitting saw you through. I will absolutely pass on your joy to my auntie - she'll be thrilled that you love your knitting bucket! And yes, I love David Whyte too. His poetry and this book Crossing the Unknown Sea, which lives beside me on my bookcase.
Thank you for a wonderful conversation this morning. Happy birthday - your wisdom and beauty are transcendent! I’m in Toronto, Canada - wouldn’t it be great if we could create a knitters home exchange program. I’d love to spend time in Scotland (or other places) and I’m sure you’d like it here!
Oh gosh, that is truly a wonderful idea, Teresa! Can you imagine? We'd introduce each other to the yarns, knitting styles, community, fibres etc that were specific to our homes, as well as getting to spend some time together sitting and knitting and telling stories. A lovely thing to sit and imagine as I'm knitting today.
Yes, I did make it, Mary - for my 40th birthday a couple of years ago. It's the Marled Magic Sweater by Stephen West - a wonderfully interesting and engaging knit. I had so much fun knitting this one!
I had a feeling your Mom was around my age. Moosewood and the Vegetarian Epicure were among my favorite cookbooks when I was a young women in the 1970s. Never was a vegetarian but love vegetarian food.
Happy Birthday Amy! Thank you for sharing a bit more of yourself with us. Another goddess question; do you also refer to goddesses from other cultures in your work? Asia, Polynesia, Africa, etc... :-D
Yes, I do, Gillian - I think it's so important to weave in the stories, the wisdom, the mysteries, the honouring of goddesses from across the world. Diversity, integration, complexity all contribute to a rich and wondrous world, and that's what I want to represent in my work.
I really appreciate you. I once took a Dark Goddess class and was fascinated by and drawn to Inanna. We are certainly going into the Underworld right now!! I would be interested in your online offerings.
I find Inanna an incredibly powerful goddess, and one that I think so many women feel deeply met by - once they know her story! As for my online offerings, you can check out my Patreon that I've linked in the show notes. And you can find my website at amypalko.com. Oh, and I'll be launching my annual readings at the end of this month, which I'll talk about in my next episode, so you might want to watch out for that!
I just love Brian Froud faeries, I own bad faeries/good faeries and in there she is the Frog Queen. also forgot to ask you first how you always put together the perfect yarn combos and always love what you are wearing, what style would you say it is, it reminds me of a kind of expensive boutique, silk scarfs and such. Also, do you listen to Tori Amos? Happy Birthday! ps. You should have shown your mom's art and knit! maybe you did on instagram but i don't use that. Your mom sounds lovely which is why you are.. PSS i also have The Moosewood Cookbook but it's, I think Simple Supers. A recipe book i'd recommend is called Vegetarian Planet by Didi Emmons, now, I found this book in one of those little free library stands and it's become my favorite I've wondered why I've never seen it in any recommendations, it's full of recipes that use ingredients most people have already and all of them sound so good.
Isn't Brian Froud just wonderful? I love his imagination and the ways he shares it with the world! As for the colour combinations, I find that I fall in love with colour combinations, which then become colour stories for me in my knitting and in my wardrobe. So, I saw an amazing moth that my auntie photographed in her garden that was green and pink, and I just loved those two colours together. Or rust and navy. Or hot coral and mustard yellow. I could go on!! I think I just let myself love what I love - when it comes to colours or anything else really. I'm not sure how I would describe my style - I have to be comfortable, and I have to be warm - so I love stretchy clothes and I love layers. And I love draping myself in beautiful colours - hahaha! Oh, and I haven't figured out yet how to edit my videos to add in photos. But that's on my to learn list now that I've embarked on my 43rd trip around the sun! Will check out the recipe book recommendation - it sounds brilliant! Thank you!
@@AmyPalko ah yes we have the same style but i just can't put together my outfits or my thoughts as well as you! thankfully there are people out there to look up to and help guide scattered brains like me hah. Yes i love faeries and always will, i'm all about escapism. Thanks for answering, after watching all the way you ended up answering a lot of my questions so i should have waited to leave a message. Can't wait to hear from you again.
Yep - Kelly is spot on! Thanks, Kelly! And yes, it's such a lovely and fun knit - and an excellent way to use up some stash yarn and turn it into something wonderful!
Your comment about healing in nature reminded me of Maria Sabina’s poem. Cure Yourself Cure yourself, with the light of the sun and the rays of the moon. With the sound of the river and the waterfall. With the swaying of the sea and the fluttering of birds. Heal yourself, with mint, neem and eucalyptus. Sweeten yourself with lavender, rosemary, and chamomile. Hug yourself, with the cocoa bean and a touch of cinnamon. Put love in tea instead of sugar and take it looking at the stars. Heal yourself, with the kisses that the wind gives you and the hugs of the rain. Get strong with bare feet on the ground and with everything that is born from it. Get smarter every day by listening to your intuition, looking at the world with the eye of your forehead. Jump, dance, sing, so that you live happier. Heal yourself, with beautiful love, and always remember ... You are the medicine.
Honestly? I like to use a cast on that works best for whatever it is I'm working on. If I need a stable non-stretchy edge, I'll use the cable cast on. If I need a super stretchy edge for ribbing, I'll use the German Twisted cast on. If I'm just casting on a few stitches to start a shawl, I'll probably use the long tail cast-on. I think of all the techniques as being like tools in our toolbox that we can pull out and use the right tool for the job!
@@AmyPalko I've been trying to learn the provisional tubular cast on for a hat. I really like the look and feel of it but it's really hard. I did learn the German Twisted Cast On. It's a nice edge for the hat I'm knitting.
@@autumndawns8484 My friend Jackie over at Cadyjax Knits recommends this tutorial for that cast on - it might help simplify it for you a bit... shibuiknits.com/pages/waste-yarn-tubular-cast-on
Are you familiar with the work of Sharon Blackie? She is the author of If Women Rose Rooted, among others, and works with Celtic myth and Jungian psychology.
I am! I love her work. I have If Women Rose Rooted and I have Foxfire, Wolfskin on my audible account ready to listen to. I think it'll be perfect to listen to those stories through these dark months of the year.
It was a lovely day despite the current lockdown restrictions - we made a makeshift cinema and watched a movie together. I would usually go to the Cameo for my birthday - but not his year, I'm afraid.
I have been looking into natural fiber yarns that are environmentally friendly and humanely sourced and I was dismayed to learn about the cruelty of the mohair and cashmere industry. I was wondering if you have a more humane source for your yarns. Have you ever tried a bamboo yarn? It seems to be hard to find here in Texas.
I have tried bamboo, linen and cotton - all of which are good options for warmer weather/climates! Most yarn shops will have 'vegan' yarn these days which are derived from plant-based fibres. And, I think it is important to source our yarn from sustainable and ethical producers. Many small scale companies make it a point to work in harmony with their environment and to honour the animals they tend and care for. One of my favourites is Garthenor - in fact, an order from them has just arrived at my door! Their new Preseli blend, and it's completely lush!
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Thank you Amy. I could listen to you talk all day and I loved hearing all your answers. Thank you for sharing yourself with us.
Dear Amy, thanks so much for sharing about yourself. It was a wonderful way to spend an afternoon after a week of uncertainty and anxiousness. I always say that when something crosses my path three times in a short period of time, that it is something I should pay attention to. Your talking about "Women Who Run With the Wolves" was just such a thing. I have pulled out my old copy and did just what you suggested. It was a chapter that was so right on target. Thank you for that. I come away from listening to you with new things to think about and old things brought to the surface. It is truly a gift. I hope your birthday and anniversary were wonderful.
Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Melody - always so thoughtful. I'm glad that this episode brought some ease and inspired a deep dive into Women Who Run With The Wolves. Every time I read a chapter that I think I'm already really familiar with, it meets me in a new way, revealing something of myself, offering insight and clear seeing. I think my life would be all the poorer if I had never read it. I love that the chapter you turned to met you so beautifully!
We live about an hour from Ithaca, NY, home to Moosewood Restaurant. Have eaten there several times in the past, and a few of their cookbooks sit on my shelves.... Goddess archetypes. Last year, my book group read "Circe" by Madeline Miller. It tells the story of the Odyssey from the perspective of the godess Circe, with the gods and goddesses and their strengths and petty foibles (and the politics and power struggles) brought vividly to life. I connected with Circe, exiled on her island with her animals and her herbs and her powers of righteous vengeance. She is a complicated figure .... I listened to the audiobook version, with a fantastic reader, who drew you in and enchanted. Highly recommend.... Thank you, Amy, for enchanting us with your stories and taking us away from the everyday for a while.
What a lovely podcast! I did enjoy that. And if anyone is hesitating about Women Who Run With The Wolves - dont! Especially if you are approaching 40 or are in your 40’s and older. If you try reading it and it doesnt do anything for you, wait and try again in a couple of years. It is a wonderful book, with many teachings and affirmations. Happy belated birthday Amy!
Happy birthday weekend! I enjoyed this Q&A episode as I've been enjoying all of your other episodes to date as well. I especially loved hearing about your tarot and oracle decks, as I have several of my own that I've been exploring. And I am completely on board with your holiday movie watching tradition....those are my favorites, though I probably make it through the LotR movies several times a year. They are the "mashed potatoes" of movies for me...total comfort viewing, and also full of hope, something that's been sorely needed this year. All the best to you, Amy!
Mashed potatoes of movies!! What a wonderful description!! That's exactly what they are - true comfort viewing that I never tire of. Just like mashed potatoes - hahaha!
Hi, Amy. I’ve been catching up. I enjoyed every minute of this more personal podcast. It was not boring at all. Age wise, I could be your mother, but I am learning so much from you, I feel like the child that has so very much to learn, and there is not nearly enough time for me to learn all that you have to offer. I am fascinated by the goddesses and the insights of ourselves.
Your soft, gentle way of speaking and explaining all things is so calming and soothing. I want to read everything, and I want to learn about everything; so I must explore some of these wonderful resources you have listed. I’ve gone back and re-listened to parts, and think I must search for your favorite book, I’m 77, but you even said it was for people in their seventies and eighties! But, I better get cracking. Being somewhat isolated with this pandemic gives me opportunity to explore new ideas, especially as I am not so scared about the political situation in my country. I have more hope that 2021 will be better, in every way. I’d love to have you come and sit down and have a lovely conversation about everything and anything. Thanks for a fantastic conversation 💛
Your wonderful voice and serenity are calming in a storm of uncertainty and stress here in the US. Thank you for your generosity and time. Wishing you a belated happy birthday.
Dear Amy thank you for this lovely episode, I so enjoyed getting to know you better🤎
You are the most wonderful woman ever😍 I love listening to you and your wisdome of life, thank you🙏🏼
Aw, I'm blushing! Thanks so much - I'm so glad you felt well met by what you found here.
Always a pleasure to listen to you. You have so much sound advice. I have only just finished listening to you as I was participating in iKnit7 which was so much fun! Lots of interesting chats there too! All the best!
A very happy birthday to you. 😍 I’m enjoying your podcasts very much. Thanks and love 💗
Oh I'm so glad, Judie! And thank you for the birthday wishes!
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday Amy. Thank you for sharing so much of yourself in this podcast. Your kind, warm, wise words are always a treasure to behold.
Thank you so much, Sue - and thank you so much for receiving this episode so beautifully. I was worried that I was going to bore everyone silly, so your comment is so reassuring and encouraging.
I've just caught up with this episode Amy and feel I must say thank you for sharing so much about yourself with us. You are a beautiful and fascinating person and I feel like I've just received a warm hug!!
Ooo, I just wanted to pause watching to say how happy I was to see you pull from the Faerie's Oracle deck! It is my favourite of all of my decks, by far the main one I use for myself personally. Seeing it here feels like running into a dear friend in a place where you had a feeling they'd love to hang out in 😃😃😃
Isn't it just the most magical and mischievous of decks? I also have the Heart of Faerie that I love very much too.
What a wonderful. deeply moving podcast. Amy, you touched on things that I have been putting off investigating. It has taken me ages to get through the entire podcast as I keep heading off to check out something that has pecked my interest. Thank you.
Oh that's wonderful, Penny - I'm so glad! Do let me know if I can point you in the direction of any resources to help you further follow up on all that's piquing your curiosity.
Happy Birthday, Amy! Thank you for sharing your special weekend with us. What a fabulous way to spend my Saturday afternoon - knitting my slipstravaganza number two while listening to you and admiring your wonderful Marled Magic Sweater. So many fantastic recommendations for books, decks and more. thank you, Ros X
I'm in awe that you're knitting a second Slipstravaganza, Ros! How have you found knitting with the two different colour stories playing through your shawl? Are you finding that it's presenting very differently? I've so loved scrolling through the instagram feed to look at everyone's colour choices. Just love the diversity!
“A meditation of hands”. I love this way of describing craft and particularly knitting. I know that when I feel unsettled my knitting brings me back to a still calm place and I find that often answers just present themselves without my needing to become anxious or be in my head too much.
So, one of my favourite quotes is this... "I want to beg you, as much as I can, dear sir, to be patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart and to try to love the questions themselves like locked rooms and like books that are written in a very foreign tongue. Do not now seek the answers, which cannot be given you because you would not be able to live them. And the point is, to live everything. Live the questions now. Perhaps you will then gradually, without noticing it, live along some distant day into the answer." Rilke
Knitting helps me to sit with the questions that are unsolved in my heart so that i might have the patience to live into the answers. It keeps my hands occupied so that my mind can find peace. It sounds like it does the same for you!
My Mom’s parents were from Scotland. My moms hair was a beautiful silvery white. My Grandma taught me to knit and told me that a lot of people she knew were knitters in Scotland. I am going to get you favorite book and give it a read. Thank you for your generosity and congratulations to the winners. I love watching your videos. Purchased a large project bad, the book you mentioned and a shawl pattern by Helen Stewart. I’m very glad for the recommendations but, money is flying out the window. Just joking about the money. Can’t wait to get the yarn to start the shawl. Thank you for all your suggestions.
Hahaha! Yes, I'm afraid I've been on a bit of a spending spree this week too. Although I'm telling myself it's ok, as technically, this is my birthday month - hahaha! I do so hope you love all your new purchases - the book, the bag and the pattern. I have a feeling you're going to be beautifully met by all 3.
Such wonderful conversation. Also, I am thrilled that someone asked if you have done readings for audio versions of items. I'd been wondering the same.
A great episode Amy...I felt very inspired as you gave us a glimpse into your life, family, work and craft
That's so lovely, Valerie - I'm so glad that you're feeling inspired by what you found here!
Thank you for taking the time to answer so many questions! It was wonderful to learn more about you. You have such a different sense of spirituality than I do, and yet I find myself intrigued and curious by yours. I'm glad you are so willing to share it and bring it into each podcast. You have entered my life at the perfect moment, as I accept my fate. The gifts of life are fascinating in this way. [hearts]
I think that's maybe the thing about spirituality - when it is such a part of who you are, it gets woven through everything, doesn't it? And when we encounter another's spirituality, it sheds more light upon our own, and we get to experience it and treasure it anew. Sending love to you, Tanya.
I enjoyed every aspects of this podcast so thank you for sharing all the interesting details of what you do and your many interest. You come across as a dear familiar friend - someone to spend an afternoon with tea and good conversation. Happy Birthday!
Oh I just love that, Pam. And yes, absolutely, that's how I like to imagine these episodes - a wee visit where we get to sit and chat about knitting and yarn and life.
wow - firstly thank you for being so generous in your answers. i've watched this over the last few days with my morning coffee and have enjoyed it so much. i also appreciate the time in providing links to your recommendations and suggestions on how to use a card deck. Mary Oliver, her poetry is such a wonderful read. i have some of her writings stuck up on my office wall for when i need a distraction. take care and looking forward to next time.
Mary Oliver wrote such wonderful poems, didn't she? I honestly feel like she changed the way I look at the world. Was ever so sad when she passed, while so so grateful that she lives on through all her wonderful writing. What a legacy.
I want tell you how delighted Aodhin was when you mentioned her question & gave such a lovely reply. The help & support of you & the virtial knitting community at this time particularly in so warm & supportive. Edel
Oh, I'm so glad, Edel. Please do give Aodhin a hug from me!
You’re such a great teacher, thank you for your empathetic teaching.
Oh thank you, Jessica - that really means a lot to me.
That was fun! You are so wise for such a young girl. 😃 Hope you had your fave 🎂 to celebrate your birthday. I love your knits. They are gorgeous.
Aw, thank you so much, Jane! And, my daughter's partner made me a lovely cake - gluten-free and delicious!
Just catching up with your podcasts today. I’m so sorry to have missed the opportunity to ask you a question but it was lovely to hear your answers to the ones you chose. You continue to bring so much joy into our lives - thank you x
I adore your podcast. Love your calmness. Love your kindness. HB ! In such a state of sadness here in the US.
Election results are sad . So looking and needing some comfort. But I never forget that God is in charge. Helps me. Your knitting is just beautiful! Take care.
I hear you, Cindy - elections can be terribly divisive. Especially when, as is the case in the US, it's a 2 party system. Over here in Scotland, we use proportional representation in our elections which ideally creates a more diverse government, and invites in greater diversity and cohesion. I think when you only have two viable options, things become 'them and us' - and I also think that some seek to take advantage of that fragmentation. I'm hoping that once the dust settles, the work of national unity can begin. Because we are always stronger together than apart.
Happy Birthday! Hope it's a great day. We have a few things in common. We both married immigrants. I'm an American with a Russian husband. Russian is also a difficult language that I have attempted to learn in the past, and also understand more than I could ever speak. I also have teenage sons. We have 4 kids altogether with one young teen (13) and an older teen (19). I completely understand the late night worrying. I don't go to sleep until the eldest gets home. I'm always telling my husband it's like having a newborn baby again...ha, ha. We also have similar hairstyles, except my hair is red with lots of streaks of white on my almost 44 year old head, and will hopefully end up similar to yours...it's beautiful. Such a lovely sweater you're wearing. I don't knit, but crochet sweaters and garments. I follow lots of knitters though, as I find a lot to inspire in my own making. Thanks for sharing!
I love that we share so much in common, Bridget! And yes, I'm with you on those long night's of worrying. It really is like having a newborn, but without having the reassurance of being able to scoop them up in your arms and rocking them back to sleep!
Hi, Amy ! Gasp of shock as a winner of one of the giveaways! (I sent you a message on Instagram !) I am so thankful & LOVE the podcast!!
I'm so excited for you, Joan! Your prize is in the post - I'm hoping it'll be with you really soon.
Thanks for sharing yourself with us. Happy Birthday
You are so so welcome, Sunny - and thank you for the birthday wishes!
Fantastic I have so enjoyed this episode. It is like sitting with a friend.
Aw, that's because you are sitting with a friend, Lorraine! I love to think of this podcast as visits with friends - especially at this time when current restrictions make visits so infrequent and challenging. Thank heavens for technology!
wishing you a very happy birthday x you have a very gentle and calming podcast x
Thank you so much, Sue - I'm so glad it brought some gentleness and calm to your day.
Amy, Thank you for sharing with us. It was delightful to learn more about you. Your Vlog has become my favorite. I really appreciate you listing patterns, decks, etc in the show notes so I don't have to pause and make note of them. Wishing you a very Happy Birthday filled with love, laughter and knitting. FYI....I love my Magic Marl sweater by Stephen and look forward that it is finally getting cold enough in Portland Oregon to wear it.
Oh we're Marled Magic twins - how fabulous!! What colour story did you decide to tell with your MM? And I'm so glad that you're enjoying the podcast, love - that really means so much to me.
@@AmyPalko My MM is in grays, blues, greens, golds with orange cuffs and neck ribbing. I was stash busting. Once I get through half of my projects that I have going I would like to do The Penguono using stash but also have eyes on the Letho. So many great knitting pattens and yarns to choose from, I will never be bored with isolating :-) Happy Knitting!
@@sassyd59 Oh that sounds completely gorgeous! And yes, this is the gift of creative practice - it is always ready to meet us where it finds us, and with that, we are never bored.
Happy birthday! Love this podcast come up on my feed! Lovely knits! ❤️
Oh I'm so glad my podcast came up on your feed too, Debbie!
Loads of wonderful and interesting content here as always. You are truly a godsend. And thank you for picking my question. Happy Birthday again (you share your birthday with my grandson 😉). Have a lovely weekend and a lovely year. 😘😘😘
Aw, I love that I share a birthday with your grandson - how special! I hope he had a lovely day. So tricky to celebrate during these times - and I know that France in particular has a strict lockdown in place. But yes, hope celebrations were had, laughter was easily found and that there was cake. I think all birthdays need cake.
A wonderful and inspiring episode, lovely to learn more about you. Happy Birthday
That's so lovely to hear, Sue - I was worried I'd run on too long!
Happy Birthday and Anniversary Amy!
Thank you, Anne! A double bill of celebrations!
A superb episode Amy. Loved every minute.💜💜
Oh lovely - thanks so much, Emma - I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you Amy this was enjoyable and informative. I will be checking out some of your links for more inspiration.
Oh yes, please do check out the links, Jeannie - lots and lots to explore there!
Thank you for this lovely episode. Have a beautiful birthday!! XX
Aw, thank you, Paula - it was a good day!
Thank you for answering so many questions! 😀 When you mentioned that the Moosewood cookbook was one your mom used often I realized that you must be close in age to my children, and I was right - you are almost exactly one year older than my oldest daughter, who is named, coincidentally, Aimee! ❣️ Different spelling, of course, but same sound. LOVE your Marled Magic sweater and the newly completed shawl. I found it interesting when you said what color your hair was when you were younger, because I had always been told that people with really dark hair went grey earlier and that redheads went grey last. My mom was a redhead, and she really didn't begin to go grey until in her seventies, and I was strawberry blonde and, at 67, still am not anywhere near total grey, although my hair is considerably darker and basically has no red at all anymore. I loved how you reminded us that we are ALL equally special. ❣️
Oh how funny - what a wonderful coincidence! And yes, my red hair certainly started to turn when I was in my 20s, and I think my mum and my auntie were the same, and they both had redder hair than mine! And I do believe that we are all equally special - it's such an important thing to remember as we move through life - to cherish everyone and to see each one as a precious member of our global family.
Amy, Happy birthday, love the card you choose today. Brought me back to childhood and also to the period of my life when my kids were growing up.
Thank you for the gift. What a beautiful surprise learning that I was one of the winners. I wrote you via email.
Oh I love that - it was just magical to have Losgunna visit with us for this episode. And, I'm so happy for you that you won!! I've popped your prize in the post, so I'm hoping it won't take too long to find its way across the Atlantic.
Happy Birthday Amy!
Thank you so much, DonnaMarie!
This past week here in the US has been so stressful that I needed something meditative to do with my hands so I decided to begin knitting a simple shawl. Better than biting my nails! 😂 With so much nervous energy, I’m almost halfway done! But I thought of you when I chose my yarn because, although don’t have the skill or patience to do complicated patterns I did want some variety in the look, so I chose a variegated yarn in grays and pinks. I’m pretty excited about having it this winter.
Oh your colour choices sound just glorious! How exciting to see them knit up together. And, certainly for me, nothing quite beats knitting to channel excess nervous energy into something warm and comforting.
Thank you for sharing so much of your life with us! ❤️
Aw, you are so welcome, Karen!
Congrats to the winners! Those bags are so lovely! Thank you Amy for your sound advice on raising teenage boys! I loved this segment and getting to know you. I absolutely loved your suggestion for reading Women who run with wolves, I was stuck on Chapter 2 for the longest time. I will pick it back up and use your approach, Thank you and Happy Birthday!
Oh you're so welcome, Jessica. I didn't mention on the podcast, but I also found the book Iron John by Robert Bly quite insightful too from an archetypal perspective as a mother raising boys to be good men. And, I'm so pleased you're going to giving Women Who Run With the Wolves another go, but from this Choose-Your-Own-Adventure approach. I actually did a read-along for it in my Patreon earlier this year where the group voted on which chapter to read next, and so we read it from cover to cover, but in the order we chose together. It was such a fun project and really helped to get us through the first lockdown.
Today’s episode was most enjoyable. Thank you so much.
Oh, I'm so glad, Mary. I was a little concerned that it was really awfully long and I was going to bore everyone silly!
Thank you so much for your generosity
You are so so welcome!
Happy birthday!! Loved this one as well, so interesting!
Thank you, Natalia! I was a wee bit concerned that it wouldn't be very interesting, so I'm so glad that you found it engaging!
Wonderful episode. You're inspiring me to get out my oracle cards more often. Thankyou!
Oh excellent, Karin! Do you have a favourite deck(s)?
@@AmyPalko I like Cheryl Richardson's Self-Care cards for a little daily inspiration that I dip into now and then. Inner Child Cards (Lerner & Lerner), The Druid Plant Oracle (Phillip & Stephanie Carr-Gomm) but my favourite oracle is The New Book of Runes (Ralph Blum) that I've had for many years, I love putting my hand in my pouch of runes to pick one and reading the interpretation in the book, always spot on for me. I used to dabble with the I Ching years ago, such a big book!
It's so lovely that you are working with the Goddess energy, which you embody beautifully. As a long-time student of Astrology, I am excitied at the idea of exploring goddess energy and the asteroids, so, yes please, from me! And thank you for sharing such an interesting and heart-warming video.(Sun Libra conjunct Neptune and Saturn/Taurus rising/Aquarius Moon and uranus on the South Node)
Oh that's great - so lovely to meet another student of astrology - it really is life long learning, isn't it? You might be interested in my Patreon where I share a bit more about the goddess asteroids, but I really am thinking that I need to put together something that will introduce them in a bit more of a structured way. Also, we share an Aquarius Moon! But Uranus for me is conjunct my Sun and Venus in 10th house Scorpio - a bit of a potent mix!
I raised my family using that particular Moosewood cookbook!! We found it on our honeymoon and it continues to delight our family!! Cheers!
Oh it's a wonderful source of deliciousness, isn't it? Do you have some favourites that you keep returning to, Pamela?
Happy birthday Amy (was it yesterday?) and thankyou for this wonderfully entertaining and revealing podcast. I have listened to it in three sections throughout today, before lunch, after lunch and after pruning the apple tree in our garden! After the tension of the US election and the results yesterday, listening to your gentle calm voice has been like a balm for the weary soul! Now in my sixties I come away having learnt new things, particularly about goddesses and oracle cards! Never to old to learn and discover! 😉 There was so much of interest that I shall no doubt listen to some of your answers to the questions again!
My birthday was on Saturday, Gillian, and I had a grand time despite the current restrictions we're living with right now. We got some yummy Indian food and watched The Hundred Foot Journey on our new projector and screen - a makeshift cinema! I just love knowing that this episode was woven through your day, bringing inspiration, interest and gentleness. And yes, absolutely never too old to learn and discover - curiosity is available to us at all ages - thank goodness!! I'm so glad that you're finding new things to follow up on - the world is such a rich and fascinating place, isn't it?
So happy to see you again. 😍
Aw, thank you, Carol!
You are welcome.
Thank you for the beautiful chat. Just have to tell you that I too have a well worn copy of The Moosewood cookbook and live only forty miles from the restaurant. Surprised to see you pull it out. Wishing you the happiest birthday!
Oh Jennifer! Have you ever eaten there? That would be completely magical. We have had the most wonderful vegetarian restaurant in Edinburgh for many many years - and Edinburgh institution. However, it has gone now - another victim of 2020, I'm afraid. I do so hope that the Moosewood is still thriving!
@@AmyPalko Yes I have! It's a beautiful little place. I would be shocked if it went out of business. It's quite famous. I believe Molly Katzen worked there in the early days. If you don't have any of the cookbooks from the Moosewood Collective...I highly recommend them. They are all great.
Thank you for sharing so much. First time I’ve joined you.
Oh goodness, Cecelia, you picked a rather epic episode to begin with! If you go back and watch earlier episodes, you'll see they're a lot shorter, and they focus much more on knitting - but I hope you enjoy those just as much.
Thank you, Amy, I think you are right poetry is exactly what I will read starting with Mary Oliver's book you recommended. I had knitters in my family but I'm the only knitter now, my siblings don't knit I have tried to introduce my daughter to knitting but she is not interested. My own grandmother came to Edinburgh from Orkney so it is very likely that is where my Mum learned to knit. Like your Mum, my own Mum would often say "What's for you won't go past you" something I have also said to my own children on many an occasion. Thank you for your kind words, Carol.
Oh, how lovely that we share Orkney roots. In fact, one of my favourite poems ever is from Orkney - Hamnavoe by George Mackay Brown. It follows his father on his postal route, describing the town in wonderfully vivid detail. And with the last lines of the poem you realise that the poem is really a tribute to his father and his father's love of Stromness and the way he experiences and shows up for his community, his town. You can hear him reading it here... poetryarchive.org/poem/hamnavoe/
Another lovely podcast
So glad you enjoyed it, Suzanne!
Happy Birthday dear Amy.
Aw, thank you, Priscilla!
Happy Birthday! I hope you have a wonderful day!
Thanks, Margaret - it was a lovely day of good food, good knitting, lovely gifts and precious company.
Masterfully done.
Aw, thank you, Shirley - I wasn't feeling terribly masterful - was worried I was a bit rambly. So I'm very grateful for your reassurance!
Have a wonderful birthday! Best Wishes Always!
Thank you so much, Lisa Marie!
Happy Birthday 🥳🥰
Thank you, Leanne! Btw, Aurora has almost finished her very first kilt, and she's absolutely over the moon with it. Definitely more kilt making in her future!
@@AmyPalko Oh that's amazing, if Aurora is anything like me she will be hooked! I have been making them for about 20 years now and still love the process and the craft! x
Your talking about Edinburgh made me tear up! It’s such a beautiful place. I think also your accent is quite typical for Edinburgh too. It sounds exactly like I remember! I think people have in their mind more of a Highland accent from TV.
Yes - I think that's what I was getting at re: accents. I think there's a familiarity with one specific accent type, when really, we don't all talk like that - hahaha! And Edinburgh really is a lovely place. I think I might record a wee wander around some of my favourite places and share in an episode one day....
@@AmyPalko That would be lovely! I think it would be nice to showcase the different neighborhoods in different vlogs - they have such different personalities. 😊❤️
Happy birthday ❤️🕉
Happy birthday ❤️
Thank you, Charlotte!
Dear Amy,
I don’t even imagine that you are aware of our circumstances here in the USA at the time of your podcast. Awaiting election results has been difficult at best. So, like all fellow knitters I sat down with Xmas socks to finish, a cup of coffee, and was thrilled to see that you were here to bring calm during such an anxious time. The results were announced and I found myself ready to turn the page toward a period of moving forward. Now the socks are still on the needles but much closer being finished. But then there came another delivery. I received the knitting bucket I had ordered from Cocoon Tree. Please pass on the message of joy. By the way my other favorite poet is David Whyte. He often reads Mary Oliver’s poems. Like you his voice is calming and reassuring. Thank you for your generosity. Etoyle of spirit
Oh, Etoyle, I have been keeping a close eye on your election. For what happens in the US ultimately impacts the world. We are all interconnected. I'm glad that I could bring some calm and gentle peace during this rather fraught time. And I'm glad your knitting saw you through. I will absolutely pass on your joy to my auntie - she'll be thrilled that you love your knitting bucket! And yes, I love David Whyte too. His poetry and this book Crossing the Unknown Sea, which lives beside me on my bookcase.
Have a lovely birthday and thank you for all the answers.
Thank you, Edith - and you're oh so welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed listening in.
Thank you for a wonderful conversation this morning. Happy birthday - your wisdom and beauty are transcendent! I’m in Toronto, Canada - wouldn’t it be great if we could create a knitters home exchange program. I’d love to spend time in Scotland (or other places) and I’m sure you’d like it here!
Oh gosh, that is truly a wonderful idea, Teresa! Can you imagine? We'd introduce each other to the yarns, knitting styles, community, fibres etc that were specific to our homes, as well as getting to spend some time together sitting and knitting and telling stories. A lovely thing to sit and imagine as I'm knitting today.
Happy Birthday Amy. Your sweater is beautifful. Did you make it? Is there a pattern? I just found your podcast and enjoyed it very much.
Yes, I did make it, Mary - for my 40th birthday a couple of years ago. It's the Marled Magic Sweater by Stephen West - a wonderfully interesting and engaging knit. I had so much fun knitting this one!
Happy birthday, Amy
Thanks, Diana!
Thank you so much Amy! ❣
You're so welcome, Marjut!
The Moosewood Cookbook is one of my favorites too...one of the oldest of the cookbooks in my stash.
Sounds like it's earned its place in your stash several times over, Celeste!
I had a feeling your Mom was around my age. Moosewood and the Vegetarian Epicure were among my favorite cookbooks when I was a young women in the 1970s. Never was a vegetarian but love vegetarian food.
We did a book club soon after Women Who Run With the Wolves came out. Definitely would read it again.
Oh how wonderful! And yes, it definitely pays to re-read it. I'm always finding something new in its pages.
Happy Birthday Amy! Thank you for sharing a bit more of yourself with us.
Another goddess question; do you also refer to goddesses from other cultures in your work? Asia, Polynesia, Africa, etc... :-D
Yes, I do, Gillian - I think it's so important to weave in the stories, the wisdom, the mysteries, the honouring of goddesses from across the world. Diversity, integration, complexity all contribute to a rich and wondrous world, and that's what I want to represent in my work.
I really appreciate you. I once took a Dark Goddess class and was fascinated by and drawn to Inanna. We are certainly going into the Underworld right now!!
I would be interested in your online offerings.
Inspiring & peaceful! Lovely handwork
I find Inanna an incredibly powerful goddess, and one that I think so many women feel deeply met by - once they know her story! As for my online offerings, you can check out my Patreon that I've linked in the show notes. And you can find my website at amypalko.com. Oh, and I'll be launching my annual readings at the end of this month, which I'll talk about in my next episode, so you might want to watch out for that!
@@sherryfox2809 Thank you so much, Sherry!
Hello. Did I miss where you told about the beautiful sweater you were wearing? It’s gorgeous! What is the pattern?
It's my Marled Magic by Stephen West, which I knitted for my 40th birthday a couple of years ago. One of my favourites!
@@AmyPalko thank you! I can see why it’s a favorite.
I'd love to explore astrology more with you Amy.
Aw, thank you, Aline! There's always so much still to discover, isn't there?
I just love Brian Froud faeries, I own bad faeries/good faeries and in there she is the Frog Queen. also forgot to ask you first how you always put together the perfect yarn combos and always love what you are wearing, what style would you say it is, it reminds me of a kind of expensive boutique, silk scarfs and such. Also, do you listen to Tori Amos? Happy Birthday! ps. You should have shown your mom's art and knit! maybe you did on instagram but i don't use that. Your mom sounds lovely which is why you are.. PSS i also have The Moosewood Cookbook but it's, I think Simple Supers. A recipe book i'd recommend is called Vegetarian Planet by Didi Emmons, now, I found this book in one of those little free library stands and it's become my favorite I've wondered why I've never seen it in any recommendations, it's full of recipes that use ingredients most people have already and all of them sound so good.
Isn't Brian Froud just wonderful? I love his imagination and the ways he shares it with the world! As for the colour combinations, I find that I fall in love with colour combinations, which then become colour stories for me in my knitting and in my wardrobe. So, I saw an amazing moth that my auntie photographed in her garden that was green and pink, and I just loved those two colours together. Or rust and navy. Or hot coral and mustard yellow. I could go on!! I think I just let myself love what I love - when it comes to colours or anything else really. I'm not sure how I would describe my style - I have to be comfortable, and I have to be warm - so I love stretchy clothes and I love layers. And I love draping myself in beautiful colours - hahaha! Oh, and I haven't figured out yet how to edit my videos to add in photos. But that's on my to learn list now that I've embarked on my 43rd trip around the sun! Will check out the recipe book recommendation - it sounds brilliant! Thank you!
@@AmyPalko ah yes we have the same style but i just can't put together my outfits or my thoughts as well as you! thankfully there are people out there to look up to and help guide scattered brains like me hah. Yes i love faeries and always will, i'm all about escapism. Thanks for answering, after watching all the way you ended up answering a lot of my questions so i should have waited to leave a message. Can't wait to hear from you again.
Amy thank you for the lovely chat- The sweater you are wearing is just lovely do you have the pattern? Hope you have a lovely birthday.
I can answer that one for you. It’s Marled Magic by Stephen West
Yep - Kelly is spot on! Thanks, Kelly! And yes, it's such a lovely and fun knit - and an excellent way to use up some stash yarn and turn it into something wonderful!
Your comment about healing in nature reminded me of Maria Sabina’s poem. Cure Yourself
Cure yourself, with the light of the sun and the rays of the moon.
With the sound of the river and the waterfall.
With the swaying of the sea and the fluttering of birds.
Heal yourself, with mint, neem and eucalyptus.
Sweeten yourself with lavender, rosemary, and chamomile.
Hug yourself, with the cocoa bean and a touch of cinnamon.
Put love in tea instead of sugar
and take it looking at the stars.
Heal yourself, with the kisses that the wind gives you
and the hugs of the rain.
Get strong with bare feet on the ground
and with everything that is born from it.
Get smarter every day by listening to your intuition,
looking at the world with the eye of your forehead.
Jump, dance, sing, so that you live happier.
Heal yourself, with beautiful love, and always remember ...
You are the medicine.
Your sweater is beautiful, colorful and comfortable. What's your favorite cast on?
Honestly? I like to use a cast on that works best for whatever it is I'm working on. If I need a stable non-stretchy edge, I'll use the cable cast on. If I need a super stretchy edge for ribbing, I'll use the German Twisted cast on. If I'm just casting on a few stitches to start a shawl, I'll probably use the long tail cast-on. I think of all the techniques as being like tools in our toolbox that we can pull out and use the right tool for the job!
@@AmyPalko I've been trying to learn the provisional tubular cast on for a hat. I really like the look and feel of it but it's really hard. I did learn the German Twisted Cast On. It's a nice edge for the hat I'm knitting.
@@autumndawns8484 My friend Jackie over at Cadyjax Knits recommends this tutorial for that cast on - it might help simplify it for you a bit... shibuiknits.com/pages/waste-yarn-tubular-cast-on
@@AmyPalko Thank you Amy and Jackie. I think it does seem easy. I'll give it a try.
Are you familiar with the work of Sharon Blackie? She is the author of If Women Rose Rooted, among others, and works with Celtic myth and Jungian psychology.
I am! I love her work. I have If Women Rose Rooted and I have Foxfire, Wolfskin on my audible account ready to listen to. I think it'll be perfect to listen to those stories through these dark months of the year.
Have a lovely birthday
It was a lovely day despite the current lockdown restrictions - we made a makeshift cinema and watched a movie together. I would usually go to the Cameo for my birthday - but not his year, I'm afraid.
I have been looking into natural fiber yarns that are environmentally friendly and humanely sourced and I was dismayed to learn about the cruelty of the mohair and cashmere industry. I was wondering if you have a more humane source for your yarns. Have you ever tried a bamboo yarn? It seems to be hard to find here in Texas.
I have tried bamboo, linen and cotton - all of which are good options for warmer weather/climates! Most yarn shops will have 'vegan' yarn these days which are derived from plant-based fibres. And, I think it is important to source our yarn from sustainable and ethical producers. Many small scale companies make it a point to work in harmony with their environment and to honour the animals they tend and care for. One of my favourites is Garthenor - in fact, an order from them has just arrived at my door! Their new Preseli blend, and it's completely lush!
@@AmyPalko thanks! That’s good to know!
i dont wear white either 'peely wallie' for sure, even casper the ghost has more colour than me lol.
Whenever I wear white, folk ask if I'm ill. So you know it's not a good look - hahaha!
hope you had a wonderfull b day
I really did, Joan - thank you.
Im in NYC