How lovely to see you both again! You honour Andrew’s memory by continuing with the beautiful thing you started together, and I will be amongst the thousands who will continue to watch and enjoy your programme. God bless you both 🙏🏼.
Andrea and Madeleine, I am a fan, an expert knitter and dying. I have stage 4 breast cancer. I am temporarily in remission but what can I do to make it easy on my beloved husband Steve and my 4 kids? Not quite share how I can make it easier on my family- my illness, my dying, my loss… it all. I stay busy, i run Chiaogoo divas a fb group, a local knit group, a support group but so much falls on my hubby. Housework, shopping, etc. So sorry for your loss.
@@CatFromFL God bless you Catherine as well as your family and all who you have made a difference to. My yhoughy is when someone has a serious illness someone can feel powerless to help. I think it's nice that your husband can help with things you cannot do. And perhaps learn from you while you are here. And he sees your enjoyment in knitting, a normal activity for you. A bit of normal probably feels good to the whole family. I will say a prayer for you and your family.
I see so much of Andrew in Madeleine in her smile, the way she looks at you. My love goes out to you both. On a happier note, you ladies are beautiful knitters.
Andrea and Madeleine, my heart leapt to see 'Fruity Knitting' in my feed today. As others have said, there is so much care and respect for you in this community. I hope you have plenty of sunshine on those daily walks, Andrea. And thank you both for the opportunity learn from you.
I know the all consuming pain that never leaves your heart and ach in every part of your body when I try to go for a walk I think of you You give me strength to go on May your God waIk with you and your daughter at this most painful time of your lives🙏💔
I feel you so well Andrea. yesterday was the date my man died 11 years ago but it feels like yesterday even after all these years the pain is lesser but the missing is more pain each day and year( for me) He was 30 years the love of my life. You're doing well take only little steps day by day when your ready for it and don't let you push to others who have not been there where you are. And talk as much as you want and need to talk about Andrew. it's your loss and grief and no one has the right to limit it. Welcome back Andrea and Madeleine and take care for eachother
This speaks so true for me too after losing my mom to pancreatic cancer. You miss them more. Ria, beautifully said for all of it. Hugs to all. - Kimberly
How true I let everything slide. Paperwork in a mess, house in a mess, garden in a mess. A very good advice someone said is to just do the next thing. Helps me to start one thing at a time.
Keep talking about Andrew. It helps. It's been 4 years for me & I'm still talking about my love. Get a journal & write to him every day. Pour out your heart. It helps. Love you dear Andrea & praying for you to stay strong.the 💞
@@SuiLiF I did the same, when I lost my furkid. I talked to her, whenever I missed her most. It helped a lot and now, rereading my lines is consolation, too. It will be ten years next year and I still miss her a lot.
I'm not crying! It's just a fiber that floated into my eye! I know it is difficult for you both to keep on with Fruity Knitting, but I am so glad you are. I do treasure this podcast. Andrea, thank you for being so open about your grief, and your journey through it. So often grief gets hidden because it is just so difficult. Your honesty is helping more people than you realize. I wish I could be there with you because I would love to hear you talk about Andrew for hours and hours!
nice to see you both . My heart breaks when i see Madeleine ´ s smile looking so much like her dad's. And at the same time it is such a pleasure to see her. You can talk to us about Andrew and your grief as much as you want ! we are here for you and enjoy that he is still in this podcast you both carried for a few years now
So happy to see this video!! I’m a widow twice over and recognize those tears. We are your viewers and friends. You sound like you are heading the right direction. Bless you . Wonderful watching you Madeleine bloom into such a beautiful, lovely woman! Glad to see you :)
I completely understand how you're feeling Andrea. I have been there. When I lost my husband and son's father almost 10 years ago, one thing that someone told me which really helped was "Take things one day at a time. When that's too hard, take things one hour at a time, and when that's too hard, take things one minute at a time." The pain of the loss and the breathtaking power of your grief is testament to the depth of your love for Andrew, and though it might not seem like it right now, that is a beautiful thing.
I think you should make the sweater into a pillow. When my mom died (she was sick for a long time and paster retirement), my sisters and I were together and grieved for over 3 months. I think I cried for about a year. I am glad your are getting back to knitting and taking walks because this will help you a lot! Hugs!
What a delight for me when I found a new podcast from Fruity Knitting. As you both go through your current journey, know that you are giving great joy to others. So thank you for that❤️. I love watching your beautiful mother daughter bond. Your viewers miss Andrew whom we all have come to love. I love hearing you talk about him. My personal prayers include prayers for you both. Know that you are being lifted up by many loving viewers.
It was a blessing to know you could get back to your knitting journey. You are beautiful people. Andrea the pride in your eyes as you speak to your daughter bring such warmth to this episode. Wishing you the best.
Oh my, I wasn't expecting an episode so soon. Andrea, talking and thinking about Andrew is so normal and so understood. Talk about him as much as you like. I am so happy to see both you and your sweet daughter Madeline together. I give her so much credit for altering her own life to help Mom. It makes my heart happy and you both inspire me, not only in knitting but in being a good person. Thanks so much, God bless you always.
Andrea you can talk about Andrew nonstop. We feel your pain and Madeleine’s. Daily prayers. We miss him too. Thanks for coming back so soon. Feel the love.
This happened to be the first fruity knitting video I came across and I immediately watched older video's too. I never knew there existed such a wonderfull knitting podcast on youtube😃. very well done.I never heard of Bohus stickning before, but how beautifull and inspiring! I am terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your obviously very loving husband/ father. My heartfelt condolances. God bless and greetings from Holland🙋♀️
Thank you for sharing your knitting expertise and aesthetic with us. Your episodes are worth waiting for. Take your time and let Fruity Knitting be part of your healing process, not something you dread.
So great to have Fruity Knitting back, loved the interview, so interesting. Talk about Andrew as much as you need and don't feel constrained by others look forward to the next episode when you are ready to produce it xxx
Thank you Andrea and Madeleine. Carrying on with Fruity Knitting wthout Andrew must bring up so many memories as well as dreams unfilled. In time I hope you can find peace and joy in it again as what you have created is truly special and for me, Andrew will always be a part of it.
I can only imagine the grief you feel. Andrea your darling daughter also has a lot to deal with you must be so very proud of her. The solo was unbelievable I’ve listened to it several times.
Lovely to see you both. I really hope you know how loved you both are by this community on this corner of the internet (and I’m sure in so many other communities since you’re both such wonderful women!) Please keep looking after yourselves x
I also found that it was so healing for me to knit when my husband was so sick - I needed to create something beautiful in the face of something so ugly. It lifted my spirit.
I hope continuing the legacy of Fruity Knitting brings you as much joy and it brings those of us who share it with you. We hold you both in our hearts! I wonder about turning Andrew's Recovery Vest into a pillow to provide you and Madeleine with something soft and squishy to bring you comfort.
I just learned about your you tube videos. I love them. Also, I lost my husband of 47 years in October, 2021. Your sharing your grief helps me feel less alone ❤️❤️
I have always thought it was so lovely that Madeleine looks like her beautiful mother but today I see only Andrew! How beautiful she is, has always been. Thank you, Andrea, for sharing your grief. We do not discuss loss and grief openly and your honesty is fortifying and instructive. You are a guide through so many things for us. Yarn first and foremost but so many important teachings along the way. You are a natural teacher. You have brought so much to so many, me among them. I am so glad you will come with us into the new world we are all making for ourselves. I trust you will find peace for yours. Know that you are loved by many.
Nice to have you back, Andrea and welcome, Madeline! I understand how difficult this must be for you but getting back to work means you get your mind off your pain for a bit and crafting is very close to makers' hearts and I noticed your cheering up a bit when you start talking about knitting, Andrea. Good going, stay strong! My prayers and best wishes with you and Madeline.
Andrea you have been in my thoughts since you announced the news of Andrews illness, I also lost my brother to cancer March just gone, I know what you must be going through I have lost 7 siblings to cancer but believe me time is a great healer, while we never forget our loved ones we do come to terms with just keeping them in our thought, I love your show here and hope with the help of Madeline you continue to bring us all the updates and by the way Madeline is Andrews double a constant reminder that Andrew is still with us, please take extra care and stay well,
Thank you Andrea and Madeleine for a fantastic episode! And thank you for including Andrew the way you do, with your love, the fabulous sweaters you have knitted for him, and your grief for not having him beside you as before. Your are still the very best company for your viewers. And Madeleine, your Sea Man looks very strong and wise - and Norwegian. ❤️ /Madelene from Stockholm
I love you both. Thank-you for inviting me into visiting with you via this program. My heart aches for your loss. Andrew was such a special beautiful person. Keep talking about him.
Dear Andrea and Madelleine firstly let me thank you for fruity knitting it is a wonderful programme. My heart goes out to you both and know how painful it is to lose the love of your life. The terrible pain subsides over time bot the memory will always be yours and you will carry them with you always. God bless the both of you and keep talking no matter what, it is the best medicine for you.
Andrea, you and Andrew have created a beautiful human being. What a selfless woman to move back home to help you through such a difficult time. Blessings to your family.
Continuing prayers for you and family. Thank you for sharing your personal journey. I've enjoyed going back and watching past episodes. You and Andrew had a true sincere love for each other and he will be greatly missed. I am so excited and very proud you will be carrying on the show. Thank you for a great episoide.
Thrilled to see your new episode---but also feels bittersweet. Your views adore you. Please know we wish you and Madeleine the very best. Andrew will not be forgotten.
Seeing a new episode of Fruitty Knitting brought such emotion to me. Joy to see you back , esteem for your courage and sadness for the loss of Andrew. He would be so proud of his “dolls.” I loved that he called you Dolls. Your channel is by far the very best knitting channel on the web. My admiration and love goes out 5o you. I will always be a patron of Fruitty Knitting.
It is really wonderful to have you do these videos again Andrea and with Madeleine there as well. This is a gorgeous episode , a little sad, but so you and the Bohus Stickining is just fantastic! Really impressed and warmed by the little ones at the end. Some how the practise of walking is a time honoured way to ease our hearts and minds, and I hope that it continues to bring you a little calm.
I’m so happy to see both of you back showing your projects and interviewing. You are both such a joy to others despite your personal grief. Hang in there!
You just made my day by releasing this episode today. Thank you!🙏 You both look very beautiful😍How fun Madeleine! I grew up with that painting on the wall in our hall. He was greeting our visitors welcome😊
Happiness is having you back with us. You precious daughter is also a thrill. Thank you for all of you effort. I know it must not be easy. We love you.
So happy to see you and Madeleine. Thank you for sharing your grief. I lost my son 8 years ago. Memories of him produce more smiles than tears now, but I still wish he was here to share stories. Big, warm virtual hug for you ❤️
Please speak about Andrew. He is missed by so many of us and we want to hear your remembrances because some of those are our remembrances, too. I go over and over your past episodes just to see him on his walks with Jack. I love seeing Madeline with you not only because she is such a joy, but also there is so much of Andrew in her. Glad to have you both back and looking forward to having new episodes popping up again. Hugs to both of you.
Andrea and Madeline, thank you both so much for this episode, it must have been incredibly difficult for you to do. And as said below such a way to honour Andrew. It was a truly fascinating history about Bohus stricknen and I really look forward to part two. Please go gently and get lots of rest and enjoy your walks as best you can. Our thought, prayers and love for you both xx
Thank you for so delicately expressing your grief process. I will be visiting a dear friend in two days who lost her husband unexpectedly a month ago. The sun and moon rose and set on him and I know her grief is tremendous. You gave me the gift I needed to be a loving presence when I see her. Peace be with you both.
Liebe Andrea, liebe Madeleine, es ist wunderbar, Euch wiederzusehen - zwar angeschlagen, doch wohlauf! Liebe Andrea, ich sende Dir viel Kraft, love, confidence und Zuversicht, für Deinen steinigen Weg! (They say, time ist a healer, but...well...I've been waiting for 20 years...maybe healing ist coming soon...) Liebe Madeleine, Dir empfehle ich die Sagostad Mittens, die drei Farben sind gar nicht so schlimm! Sie würden Dir viel Spaß machen. Ich selbst lasse sie bei mir gerade überwintern bzw. übersommern, denn das Garn hält gut warm. Im Herbst stricke ich sie zu Ende. Haltet den Kopf oben, keep swimming!
I was so happy today when I looked to see if there was a recent episode of Fruity Knitting and found there is! Your show cheers me up when I need cheering, it helps me relax when I need to, it motivates me to learn new things, get more exercise and even helps me sleep when I need help with that. I've been shedding tears with you too. Thank you for telling us how you're doing and for talking about Andrew. Even though you don't know me, I wish I lived near by so I could listen to you talk about him and grief and death as long as you need to. If I could just say, I love it when he calls you doll. I wish I could think of the perfect words to bring you some comfort but there probably are none so I'll just say Bless your heart, and Madeleine's too.
Andrea, Andrea, you and Madeline are amazing together. This episode of Fruity Knitting was touching and still informative. Just right. Such strength! Andrew would be so proud of you both.
Andrea and Madeleine my heart goes out to you. My husbands 1st anniversary of his passing is this Fathers Day. One year and it is as fresh as yesterday, more painful. Eric was 67. We too were a team, married 44 yrs, 2daughters in their 30's. Enjoy your walks and wishing you a place of peace. I'm glad you have your craft too. Many parallels in our life and Andrea I Get It. My advice is do what you can do for you and not what others expect from you. Wishing you both comfort, peace and a safe place to be in your mind. I am a crocheter, (my husband a furniture maker) but have always been drawn to your families episodes and your love for the fiber arts. Andrew will always be present through your craft. Love and hugs my friend.....OMG the 2 little girls , so precious and your daughter is as beautiful as you!!!
I've been there,too. Going through this is the most difficult process in life. The only way out is through and you will get through it. Take care and do take your time.
Having been exactly where you are now, although many many years ago now, I was so pleased to see this episode. Grief needs to be acknowledged. I'd frame Andrew's incomplete vest , needles and all.
You are not a terrible company, darling Andrea! You are very brave to share all of your pain and sorrow. Love and light to you! I hope that you can feel the circle of friendly loving energy that all of us who have been following you weave for you. Hold to it, we will not let you down. XOXO
Happy to see you . . . but also aware of how poignant it must be to be "back" without Andrew. I hope you know you have the continued support of the community and so much care and love. Thank you for sharing with us--both the knitting and personal details; from the comments, it seems as though your willingness to be open about your grief has helped so many others. Take your time and do what's best for you. This episode is beautiful; thank you.
Just what I thought too. Make it into two cushion covers, and use plain linen, or something, for the back. This way you can have his vest right there with you, every day, as a memory of your trip to Fanø.
My grandmother never got over her loss of her first husband, my dads dad....my dad was 2 years old when his dad died. My grandmother would cry every time she spoke of him...... My sons grandmother married over 60 years, crys all the time. It is normal and do we ever really get over it? Grief is a very complex mixture of emotions. Make a pillow out of the pretty blue design. Thanks
Andrea & Madeline it is so lovely to see you both back. I know how difficult it is but with all the loving support from your viewers I do hope you get a little strength
Thank you Andrea and Madeline for this lovely episode. Take care. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Keeping busy with knitting and painting are gifts from God, especially during hard times. Hugs from America.
So glad to see you back. Please don’t apologize for your grief. Continue to talk about Andrew with us and if you need to cry that is ok. If people can’t understand that they can log off. Your true viewing friends will understand and those who don’t have obviously never been lucky enough to love someone like Andrew. God bless you and Madeline, thank you for sharing not only your knitting but your wonderful memories of Andrew with us.
Grief is a desert that must be crossed on foot - Andrew Klavan I'm honored to have been invited into your journey & please know my knitting has improved since borrowing from your bravery in that realm. Your work matters in my life.
The full recovery vest would make a beautiful pillow, or two, perhaps to be a comfort in your healing process. Andrew would have enjoyed the vest, I am sure. I am a fairly new viewer, starred watching last fall or winter. Andrew is a lovely person, I say is because he is with you in Spirit! 💕
Oh, you two look so beautiful! I see a lot of light and love around you both. And yes, I see so much of Andrew in Madeleine’s face and in her lovely smile and support. This colour, Andrea, is so gorgeous for you. It’s also one of my favourites.
Andrea, please feel free to use this platform to continue to talk and share about Andrew. I love hearing about him, past or present, he is still very much a part of this podcast. We still talk about my late father in law who lost his battle with glioblastoma. It is a way of healing and a way to not forget them. Its a legacy remembrance.
A wonderful episode and my compliments to you both for forging on through the grief to present an episode of which Andrew would have been so proud. Madeline is such a bright spot.
Welcome back Andrea and Madeleine. You bring so much joy with your videos. I was excited to see your post. I loved that you talk about Andrew. It is still so raw for you both. We loved and miss Andrew too. Madeleine is a special young talented person in her own right and she has her Father’s smile and nature. You both have a strong bond and will get through this sad period together. I loved the programme and can’t wait for part 2. You are a special lady, keep talking about Andrew as much as you need to. It is part of the healing process 😘
Wonderful to see you back - well done beautiful angels - love you both so much and thank you for your bright and kind souls always darlings. I will enjoy your important work. XXX
Thank you so much for this episode. I'm only 5 minutes in and Andrea, you talking about Andrew is wanted. We were able to share a small part of him with you and we understand. Or at least I do. I remember when my son was stillborn. My partner fell to bits, as did I, but I was worried about his safety on a personal level and ended up having psych services come to our house to check on him. They came, he was fine, but what they did has never left me - The two nurses who came to our home had also lost children. They let me show them the - in all honesty, horrible - 'birth' pictures of him, and share my grief. They didn't tell me they'd experienced losses, I guessed, through the way they connected with me on such a personal, emotional level. The grief I had in that time, and that I still feel, but the rawness gets dulled over time, was completely consuming. And I worked at a preschool. How could I go back, when all that was there reminded me of him? And I can't help thinking, you spent 25 years with him, I spent 7 months with my son. The.. I don't know the words. Hugeness? of that doesn't escape me. You also shared your workspace with him, and your ability to come back with Madeleine to share with us once again is just amazing. I'm blown away by you Andrea. I'll come back and watch the episode now, but when you say that people seem to understand.. Some of us really do. I've lost a bunch of people but none affected me the way having a deep personal connection on a visceral level like with my son. Talk about him as much as you need to. There's no right way to walk this path. Sending so much love.
It is so lovely to see you and Madeleine again, Andrea. You are both beautiful inside and out, and I applaud you for honoring your dear Andrew by carrying on so bravely. This episode was really inspiring and wonderful. Thank you so much. I can't even imagine how hard it was to make this episode, and I am so grateful to both of you. Sending love and prayers, as always.
You are such a blessing! Thank you for being there and for conveying love and joy. Please take your time and talk as much about Andrew as you like. I got to know fruity knitting through CtK after Andrew had died and started to watch your first Episodes. It is just wonderful to feel the love between you all and this love will never die. I got much inspiration and would love to meet you in person one day. My heart and prayers go out to you and your daughter. Thank you!
Nice to see you back! I was binge watching when Andrew became ill. I was at episode 76. I could not continue watching while he was so ill and knowing what you both must be going thru. After this episode- I will continue with my binge. My plan when I finish all episodes and to start them all over again. Andrea, you have been such a knitting inspiration to me. It has become a deep blessing in my life. So once again- it is nice to see you back 😇
So lovely to see you both back. Its great Madeleine can be with you at this time. Talking about your grief as you need to is so important. You have a community here who understand and also appreciate what a special man Andrew was. Your knitting projects are so beautiful. I wonder if you could make Andrew's unfinished vest into a project bag by inserting a zip closure and seaming the bottom. Take care ladies x
Andrea and Madeleine, I am from Shetland and have been watching your channel for a long time but never commented. I love your content and loved watching the adventures that you and Andrew went on. I lost my Husband almost 4 years ago and the pain is still so hard to bare at times, we were together for 35 years and have 4 children. we met when I was just 17 and married when I was 18. when you talk about Andrew being the centre of your life it break's my heart because that is exactly how I feel. The 18th of June was our wedding day we would have been 39 years married. My heart goes out to you both and I pray that you will feel peace in time.
Wonderful to see you both The old fisherman portrait hung in our home in Holland when I was a child in the 60's My parents still have this painting 60 years later hanging in their home in NZ
How lovely to see you both. I’m here for the wonderful woolly stuff of course but also because you and Madeleine ( goes without saying Andrew as well ) are so authentic, relatable and so darn huggable. Talk all you like about Andrew because we love him as well. Anyways, carry on beautiful ladies, I’m here for it ♥️
I postponed watching this episode because I knew it's a difficult time. And now I find myself crying. My thoughts and prayers are still with you guys as I knit.
You are never terrible company. We are here whenever you feel like expressing your feelings openly. I cannot imagine your grief but am so impressed to see you today knowing too that you are doing all you can to take care of yourself physically and spiritually. I'm so happy Madeline is by your side. Sending Love to both of you. 💕💖💕
What a beautiful episode! It is so heart-warming that you found the strentgh to get the show going and in such an inspiring way. I hope continuing the show will be a healing path for you both. Andrew would be so proud. I can certainly see him through Madeleine’s eyes and smile. I particularly loved Madeleine modeling the gorgeous Kim Hargreaves blue sweater with Chopin’s music background. Marvellous! I’m sending you both all my love ❤️
Dear Andrea and Madeleine, thank you so much for another beautiful episode. I keep thinking about you so often and wish you both all the best, healing for your spirit and soul! I do hope that it will become easier to get through your days. And I know from experience how important it is to talk about our loved ones: so just keep doing it! Best wishes Christina
His name is Doris-Rijkers, I grew up in the Netherlands and was a member of a Dutch scout corps called Doris-Rijkers.We were a sea scout group. I have been living in Sweden for a long time now.Thank you very much for a nice pod, I hope you shoulder the loss of Andre, I just lost my husband after 45 years together.
Hello dear Andrea and Madeline. So great to see you here and sharing in the good and the sad. don't be hard on yourself - grieving can take a lifetime. I was once told we never get over losing someone, we just learn how to cope with it, especially in the public arena. Madeline, you are a ray of sunshine for Mum and I keep seeing Dad in you. Thank you for coming to stay with Andrea to comfort her and to keep her company. i digress - the patreon page link below is showing 404 error so you might want to check that out. take care and we'll see you next time. The interview was fantastic! Love Lu in Australia
Oh my heat! What an amazing epdiosde. You are both so inspiring with your grace, your courage and your many, many talents. I love to hear you talk about Andrew and I hope you always feel able to do so when talking to this audience. The Bohus Stickning story was also so inspiring, perfect for this very special episode. And I absolutley loved the Aussie Easter egg at the end. Thank you!
there is nothing I can say to help. If I could, I would sit and listen to you talk about Andrew, your life together, your loss. The films of Andrew in the clinic broke my heart. He looked so much like the love of my life, my husband, John, who died at age 37 from an aortic dissection...so pale, so thin, so brave, so lovely. Thinking of you and Madeleine with a full heart.
Thank you for the informative podcast with yet another beautiful set of designs and colours that I know I wouldn't know about if not for Fruity Knitting. Good to see you doing what you do so well again. I day at a time is the only way. Good to see Madeline getting into her knitting and Love the art work. Stay well.
Thinking of you. My husband passed away 5 years ago & I definitely understand that feeling of completely overwhelming & devastating grief. Prayers for peace and comfort.
It’s wonderful to see you again, and very good to know Madeleine is with you as you both walk this new journey, taking care of each other and gaining strength each day from each other’s presence. We all hold you both in our hearts. Thank you for carrying Fruity Knitting forward, as Andrew wished. It has become such an important part of my knitting life, and I know it is of others’ lives as well.
So good to see you both and the continuation of Fruity Knitting! Love the mittens pattern. Oh, and the blue sweater, wow! In Spanish we say, ‘Te acompañó en su sentimientos.’ Which means I walk with you during your time of grief. Blessings to you both and continued prayers for strength during this difficult process.
How lovely to see you both again! You honour Andrew’s memory by continuing with the beautiful thing you started together, and I will be amongst the thousands who will continue to watch and enjoy your programme. God bless you both 🙏🏼.
Andrea and Madeleine, I am a fan, an expert knitter and dying. I have stage 4 breast cancer. I am temporarily in remission but what can I do to make it easy on my beloved husband Steve and my 4 kids? Not quite share how I can make it easier on my family- my illness, my dying, my loss… it all. I stay busy, i run Chiaogoo divas a fb group, a local knit group, a support group but so much falls on my hubby. Housework, shopping, etc. So sorry for your loss.
@@CatFromFL one day ... sometimes, 1 hour at a time for all 3 of you..
@@CatFromFL God bless you Catherine as well as your family and all who you have made a difference to.
My yhoughy is when someone has a serious illness someone can feel powerless to help. I think it's nice that your husband can help with things you cannot do. And perhaps learn from you while you are here. And he sees your enjoyment in knitting, a normal activity for you. A bit of normal probably feels good to the whole family. I will say a prayer for you and your family.
Welcome back Andrea and Madeleine. Sending best wishes for your continued wellbeing. Take care of yourselves first.
Hello Christine
I see so much of Andrew in Madeleine in her smile, the way she looks at you. My love goes out to you both. On a happier note, you ladies are beautiful knitters.
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Andrea and Madeleine, my heart leapt to see 'Fruity Knitting' in my feed today. As others have said, there is so much care and respect for you in this community. I hope you have plenty of sunshine on those daily walks, Andrea. And thank you both for the opportunity learn from you.
I know the all consuming pain that never leaves your heart and ach in every part of your body when I try to go for a walk I think of you You give me strength to go on May your God waIk with you and your daughter at this most painful time of your lives🙏💔
Hi Robin
I feel you so well Andrea. yesterday was the date my man died 11 years ago but it feels like yesterday even after all these years the pain is lesser but the missing is more pain each day and year( for me) He was 30 years the love of my life. You're doing well take only little steps day by day when your ready for it and don't let you push to others who have not been there where you are. And talk as much as you want and need to talk about Andrew. it's your loss and grief and no one has the right to limit it. Welcome back Andrea and Madeleine and take care for eachother
This speaks so true for me too after losing my mom to pancreatic cancer. You miss them more. Ria, beautifully said for all of it. Hugs to all. - Kimberly
How true I let everything slide. Paperwork in a mess, house in a mess, garden in a mess. A very good advice someone said is to just do the next thing. Helps me to start one thing at a time.
Keep talking about Andrew. It helps. It's been 4 years for me & I'm still talking about my love. Get a journal & write to him every day. Pour out your heart. It helps. Love you dear Andrea & praying for you to stay strong.the 💞
I agree, writing as if they were able to read our lines later is helping the grieving process.
@@NickUncommon it helped me a lot. I still grieve but it was like talking to him. I cried a lot but that was good too.
@@SuiLiF I did the same, when I lost my furkid. I talked to her, whenever I missed her most. It helped a lot and now, rereading my lines is consolation, too.
It will be ten years next year and I still miss her a lot.
I'm not crying! It's just a fiber that floated into my eye! I know it is difficult for you both to keep on with Fruity Knitting, but I am so glad you are. I do treasure this podcast. Andrea, thank you for being so open about your grief, and your journey through it. So often grief gets hidden because it is just so difficult. Your honesty is helping more people than you realize. I wish I could be there with you because I would love to hear you talk about Andrew for hours and hours!
Hello Anita
nice to see you both . My heart breaks when i see Madeleine ´ s smile
looking so much like her dad's. And at the same time it is such a pleasure to see her. You can talk to us about Andrew and your grief as much as you want ! we are here for you and enjoy that he is still in this podcast you both carried for a few years now
I feel just the same!
I love hearing and talking about Andrew. Keep sharing stories and memories about him. He’s your treasure and love!
Hi Elizabeth
Welcome back. Andrew would be so proud of you both.
Hehe - Andrew *is* so proud . . =:-))
So happy to see this video!! I’m a widow twice over and recognize those tears. We are your viewers and friends. You sound like you are heading the right direction. Bless you . Wonderful watching you Madeleine bloom into such a beautiful, lovely woman! Glad to see you :)
I completely understand how you're feeling Andrea. I have been there. When I lost my husband and son's father almost 10 years ago, one thing that someone told me which really helped was "Take things one day at a time. When that's too hard, take things one hour at a time, and when that's too hard, take things one minute at a time." The pain of the loss and the breathtaking power of your grief is testament to the depth of your love for Andrew, and though it might not seem like it right now, that is a beautiful thing.
I think you should make the sweater into a pillow. When my mom died (she was sick for a long time and paster retirement), my sisters and I were together and grieved for over 3 months. I think I cried for about a year. I am glad your are getting back to knitting and taking walks because this will help you a lot! Hugs!
Agree totally.
Yes. I thought of the pillow idea, too.
I also thought of a cushion.
I thought of adapting it as a sweater for Jack, as Andrew was his favorite human.
YESSSSSS ! Fabulous !
What a delight for me when I found a new podcast from Fruity Knitting. As you both go through your current journey, know that you are giving great joy to others. So thank you for that❤️.
I love watching your beautiful mother daughter bond. Your viewers miss Andrew whom we all have come to love. I love hearing you talk about him. My personal prayers include prayers for you both. Know that you are being lifted up by many loving viewers.
Hello how are you doing my friend
Welcome
Back Andrea and Madeleine!!!! So wonderful to see you both 🙏🏽🥰🥰
It was a blessing to know you could get back to your knitting journey. You are beautiful people. Andrea the pride in your eyes as you speak to your daughter bring such warmth to this episode. Wishing you the best.
Oh my, I wasn't expecting an episode so soon. Andrea, talking and thinking about Andrew is so normal and so understood. Talk about him as much as you like. I am so happy to see both you and your sweet daughter Madeline together. I give her so much credit for altering her own life to help Mom. It makes my heart happy and you both inspire me, not only in knitting but in being a good person. Thanks so much, God bless you always.
Andrea you can talk about Andrew nonstop. We feel your pain and Madeleine’s. Daily prayers. We miss him too. Thanks for coming back so soon. Feel the love.
This happened to be the first fruity knitting video I came across and I immediately watched older video's too. I never knew there existed such a wonderfull knitting podcast on youtube😃. very well done.I never heard of Bohus stickning before, but how beautifull and inspiring! I am terribly sorry to hear of the loss of your obviously very loving husband/ father. My heartfelt condolances. God bless and greetings from Holland🙋♀️
Thank you for sharing your knitting expertise and aesthetic with us. Your episodes are worth waiting for. Take your time and let Fruity Knitting be part of your healing process, not something you dread.
Hi Susan
So great to have Fruity Knitting back, loved the interview, so interesting. Talk about Andrew as much as you need and don't feel constrained by others look forward to the next episode when you are ready to produce it xxx
Hi Julie
Thank you Andrea and Madeleine. Carrying on with Fruity Knitting wthout Andrew must bring up so many memories as well as dreams unfilled. In time I hope you can find peace and joy in it again as what you have created is truly special and for me, Andrew will always be a part of it.
Beautifully written! :-) my heart and prayers go out to you.
Hi Lynn
I can only imagine the grief you feel. Andrea your darling daughter also has a lot to deal with you must be so very proud of her. The solo was unbelievable I’ve listened to it several times.
My father was a sailer we had the picture of the fisherman in our house his name is dores rijkes
I too have listened to Madeleine's solo again. It is so very beautiful. It gives me pure pleasure. A beautiful song and a beautiful voice.
yes, yes! She’s an angel!
Hi Maggie
@@dianavangelderen8584 hello how are you
I also want to tell you that I feel as if I’ve lost a member of my family. He was just wonderful on screen with youxx
Hi 🙋♂️
Just me, but I would finish Andrew’s vest and wear it when you or Madeleine need a hug from him.
I just started watching this episode, but i feel the strong need to say: I am SO proud of you!!!
I am sure, Andrew is so proud of you both!
Hello 👋
Lovely to see you both. I really hope you know how loved you both are by this community on this corner of the internet (and I’m sure in so many other communities since you’re both such wonderful women!) Please keep looking after yourselves x
Why not turn Andrews unfinished vest into an occasional pillow. It would look stunning on your sofa or adorning your bed
I so understand your grief. I lost my husband of 32 years 15 years ago. I still feel the loss...but I remember him in joy.
Hello how are you
I also found that it was so healing for me to knit when my husband was so sick - I needed to create something beautiful in the face of something so ugly. It lifted my spirit.
I hope continuing the legacy of Fruity Knitting brings you as much joy and it brings those of us who share it with you. We hold you both in our hearts! I wonder about turning Andrew's Recovery Vest into a pillow to provide you and Madeleine with something soft and squishy to bring you comfort.
I just learned about your you tube videos. I love them. Also, I lost my husband of 47 years in October, 2021. Your sharing your grief helps me feel less alone ❤️❤️
Looking at Madeline is like looking at Andrew. Wonderful people.
Hello Donna
Andrew's full recovery vest would be stunning as a pillow! Love you both 💙
Definitely an enchanting pair. The sisters clearly adore one another.
I have always thought it was so lovely that Madeleine looks like her beautiful mother but today I see only Andrew! How beautiful she is, has always been. Thank you, Andrea, for sharing your grief. We do not discuss loss and grief openly and your honesty is fortifying and instructive. You are a guide through so many things for us. Yarn first and foremost but so many important teachings along the way. You are a natural teacher. You have brought so much to so many, me among them. I am so glad you will come with us into the new world we are all making for ourselves. I trust you will find peace for yours. Know that you are loved by many.
Nice to have you back, Andrea and welcome, Madeline! I understand how difficult this must be for you but getting back to work means you get your mind off your pain for a bit and crafting is very close to makers' hearts and I noticed your cheering up a bit when you start talking about knitting, Andrea. Good going, stay strong! My prayers and best wishes with you and Madeline.
Andrea you have been in my thoughts since you announced the news of Andrews illness, I also lost my brother to cancer March just gone, I know what you must be going through I have lost 7 siblings to cancer but believe me time is a great healer, while we never forget our loved ones we do come to terms with just keeping them in our thought, I love your show here and hope with the help of Madeline you continue to bring us all the updates and by the way Madeline is Andrews double a constant reminder that Andrew is still with us, please take extra care and stay well,
Hi Susan
Thank you Andrea and Madeleine for a fantastic episode! And thank you for including Andrew the way you do, with your love, the fabulous sweaters you have knitted for him, and your grief for not having him beside you as before. Your are still the very best company for your viewers.
And Madeleine, your Sea Man looks very strong and wise - and Norwegian.
❤️
/Madelene from Stockholm
I love you both. Thank-you for inviting me into visiting with you via this program. My heart aches for your loss. Andrew was such a special beautiful person. Keep talking about him.
Those two little kids knitting at the end of the podcast, just too darling 🥰💞
Dear Andrea and Madelleine firstly let me thank you for fruity knitting it is a wonderful programme. My heart goes out to you both and know how painful it is to lose the love of your life. The terrible pain subsides over time bot the memory will always be yours and you will carry them with you always. God bless the both of you and keep talking no matter what, it is the best medicine for you.
Andrea, you and Andrew have created a beautiful human being. What a selfless woman to move back home to help you through such a difficult time. Blessings to your family.
Hello Pamela
Continuing prayers for you and family. Thank you for sharing your personal journey. I've enjoyed going back and watching past episodes. You and Andrew had a true sincere love for each other and he will be greatly missed. I am so excited and very proud you will be carrying on the show. Thank you for a great episoide.
Hello Joyce
Thrilled to see your new episode---but also feels bittersweet. Your views adore you. Please know we wish you and Madeleine the very best. Andrew will not be forgotten.
Hi how are you doing my friend
Seeing a new episode of Fruitty Knitting brought such emotion to me. Joy to see you back , esteem for your courage and sadness for the loss of Andrew. He would be so proud of his “dolls.” I loved that he called you Dolls. Your channel is by far the very best knitting channel on the web. My admiration and love goes out 5o you. I will always be a patron of Fruitty Knitting.
Hello Susan
Andrew called Andrea "Darls" which is so typically Australian for "Darling"
It is really wonderful to have you do these videos again Andrea and with Madeleine there as well. This is a gorgeous episode , a little sad, but so you and the Bohus Stickining is just fantastic! Really impressed and warmed by the little ones at the end. Some how the practise of walking is a time honoured way to ease our hearts and minds, and I hope that it continues to bring you a little calm.
I’m so happy to see both of you back showing your projects and interviewing. You are both such a joy to others despite your personal grief. Hang in there!
Hello sue
You just made my day by releasing this episode today. Thank you!🙏 You both look very beautiful😍How fun Madeleine! I grew up with that painting on the wall in our hall. He was greeting our visitors welcome😊
Hello how are you
Happiness is having you back with us. You precious daughter is also a thrill. Thank you for all of you effort. I know it must not be easy. We love you.
So happy to see you and Madeleine. Thank you for sharing your grief. I lost my son 8 years ago. Memories of him produce more smiles than tears now, but I still wish he was here to share stories. Big, warm virtual hug for you ❤️
Hello how are you doing my friend
Please speak about Andrew. He is missed by so many of us and we want to hear your remembrances because some of those are our remembrances, too. I go over and over your past episodes just to see him on his walks with Jack. I love seeing Madeline with you not only because she is such a joy, but also there is so much of Andrew in her. Glad to have you both back and looking forward to having new episodes popping up again. Hugs to both of you.
Andrea and Madeline, thank you both so much for this episode, it must have been incredibly difficult for you to do. And as said below such a way to honour Andrew. It was a truly fascinating history about Bohus stricknen and I really look forward to part two. Please go gently and get lots of rest and enjoy your walks as best you can. Our thought, prayers and love for you both xx
Hi Lynn
Thank you for so delicately expressing your grief process. I will be visiting a dear friend in two days who lost her husband unexpectedly a month ago. The sun and moon rose and set on him and I know her grief is tremendous. You gave me the gift I needed to be a loving presence when I see her. Peace be with you both.
Hi Suzanne
Liebe Andrea, liebe Madeleine,
es ist wunderbar, Euch wiederzusehen - zwar angeschlagen, doch wohlauf!
Liebe Andrea, ich sende Dir viel Kraft, love, confidence und Zuversicht, für Deinen steinigen Weg! (They say, time ist a healer, but...well...I've been waiting for 20 years...maybe healing ist coming soon...)
Liebe Madeleine, Dir empfehle ich die Sagostad Mittens, die drei Farben sind gar nicht so schlimm! Sie würden Dir viel Spaß machen. Ich selbst lasse sie bei mir gerade überwintern bzw. übersommern, denn das Garn hält gut warm. Im Herbst stricke ich sie zu Ende. Haltet den Kopf oben, keep swimming!
I was so happy today when I looked to see if there was a recent episode of Fruity Knitting and found there is! Your show cheers me up when I need cheering, it helps me relax when I need to, it motivates me to learn new things, get more exercise and even helps me sleep when I need help with that. I've been shedding tears with you too. Thank you for telling us how you're doing and for talking about Andrew. Even though you don't know me, I wish I lived near by so I could listen to you talk about him and grief and death as long as you need to. If I could just say, I love it when he calls you doll. I wish I could think of the perfect words to bring you some comfort but there probably are none so I'll just say Bless your heart, and Madeleine's too.
Hi sue
Andrea, Andrea, you and Madeline are amazing together. This episode of Fruity Knitting was touching and still informative. Just right. Such strength! Andrew would be so proud of you both.
Hello Christine
Andrea and Madeleine my heart goes out to you. My husbands 1st anniversary of his passing is this Fathers Day. One year and it is as fresh as yesterday, more painful. Eric was 67. We too were a team, married 44 yrs, 2daughters in their 30's. Enjoy your walks and wishing you a place of peace. I'm glad you have your craft too. Many parallels in our life and Andrea I Get It. My advice is do what you can do for you and not what others expect from you. Wishing you both comfort, peace and a safe place to be in your mind. I am a crocheter, (my husband a furniture maker) but have always been drawn to your families episodes and your love for the fiber arts. Andrew will always be present through your craft. Love and hugs my friend.....OMG the 2 little girls , so precious and your daughter is as beautiful as you!!!
I've been there,too. Going through this is the most difficult process in life. The only way out is through and you will get through it.
Take care and do take your time.
Hello Rose
So brave Andrea… my heart hurts for you that he is gone it’s kind of hard to believe.
Hi Susan
Welcome back my dear Ladies! You look so beautiful! Greetings from Austria
Having been exactly where you are now, although many many years ago now, I was so pleased to see this episode. Grief needs to be acknowledged.
I'd frame Andrew's incomplete vest , needles and all.
Hello Susan
You are not a terrible company, darling Andrea! You are very brave to share all of your pain and sorrow. Love and light to you! I hope that you can feel the circle of friendly loving energy that all of us who have been following you weave for you. Hold to it, we will not let you down. XOXO
Happy to see you . . . but also aware of how poignant it must be to be "back" without Andrew. I hope you know you have the continued support of the community and so much care and love. Thank you for sharing with us--both the knitting and personal details; from the comments, it seems as though your willingness to be open about your grief has helped so many others. Take your time and do what's best for you. This episode is beautiful; thank you.
You could make Andrew's vest into a cushion (or two). So good to have you back, and thank you so much for your authenticity
Yes making it into a keepsake or even framing it for something different.
Just what I thought too. Make it into two cushion covers, and use plain linen, or something, for the back. This way you can have his vest right there with you, every day, as a memory of your trip to Fanø.
I think keep Andrew’s best as it is until you are ready. I am a strong believer that the answer will reveal itself to you in time.
My grandmother never got over her loss of her first husband, my dads dad....my dad was 2 years old when his dad died. My grandmother would cry every time she spoke of him...... My sons grandmother married over 60 years, crys all the time. It is normal and do we ever really get over it? Grief is a very complex mixture of emotions. Make a pillow out of the pretty blue design. Thanks
Hello Julie
Andrea & Madeline it is so lovely to see you both back. I know how difficult it is but with all the loving support from your viewers I do hope you get a little strength
Hello Susan
Thank you Andrea and Madeline for this lovely episode. Take care. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Keeping busy with knitting and painting are gifts from God, especially during hard times. Hugs from America.
Hello 👋
So glad to see you back. Please don’t apologize for your grief. Continue to talk about Andrew with us and if you need to cry that is ok. If people can’t understand that they can log off. Your true viewing friends will understand and those who don’t have obviously never been lucky enough to love someone like Andrew. God bless you and Madeline, thank you for sharing not only your knitting but your wonderful memories of Andrew with us.
Grief is a desert that must be crossed on foot - Andrew Klavan
I'm honored to have been invited into your journey & please know my knitting has improved since borrowing from your bravery in that realm. Your work matters in my life.
The full recovery vest would make a beautiful pillow, or two, perhaps to be a comfort in your healing process. Andrew would have enjoyed the vest, I am sure. I am a fairly new viewer, starred watching last fall or winter. Andrew is a lovely person, I say is because he is with you in Spirit! 💕
Hi Mary
Oh, you two look so beautiful! I see a lot of light and love around you both. And yes, I see so much of Andrew in Madeleine’s face and in her lovely smile and support. This colour, Andrea, is so gorgeous for you. It’s also one of my favourites.
Thank God your back! So proud of you both! It’s the best show in the cyber knitting world!🙏🙏🙏
Andrea, please feel free to use this platform to continue to talk and share about Andrew. I love hearing about him, past or present, he is still very much a part of this podcast. We still talk about my late father in law who lost his battle with glioblastoma. It is a way of healing and a way to not forget them. Its a legacy remembrance.
A wonderful episode and my compliments to you both for forging on through the grief to present an episode of which Andrew would have been so proud. Madeline is such a bright spot.
Hi Martha
Welcome back Andrea and Madeleine. You bring so much joy with your videos. I was excited to see your post. I loved that you talk about Andrew. It is still so raw for you both. We loved and miss Andrew too. Madeleine is a special young talented person in her own right and she has her Father’s smile and nature. You both have a strong bond and will get through this sad period together. I loved the programme and can’t wait for part 2. You are a special lady, keep talking about Andrew as much as you need to. It is part of the healing process 😘
Wonderful to see you back - well done beautiful angels - love you both so much and thank you for your bright and kind souls always darlings. I will enjoy your important work. XXX
Pretty words OneLionHeart. And oh so true. x
Thank you so much for this episode. I'm only 5 minutes in and Andrea, you talking about Andrew is wanted. We were able to share a small part of him with you and we understand. Or at least I do.
I remember when my son was stillborn. My partner fell to bits, as did I, but I was worried about his safety on a personal level and ended up having psych services come to our house to check on him. They came, he was fine, but what they did has never left me - The two nurses who came to our home had also lost children. They let me show them the - in all honesty, horrible - 'birth' pictures of him, and share my grief. They didn't tell me they'd experienced losses, I guessed, through the way they connected with me on such a personal, emotional level.
The grief I had in that time, and that I still feel, but the rawness gets dulled over time, was completely consuming. And I worked at a preschool. How could I go back, when all that was there reminded me of him? And I can't help thinking, you spent 25 years with him, I spent 7 months with my son. The.. I don't know the words. Hugeness? of that doesn't escape me. You also shared your workspace with him, and your ability to come back with Madeleine to share with us once again is just amazing. I'm blown away by you Andrea.
I'll come back and watch the episode now, but when you say that people seem to understand.. Some of us really do. I've lost a bunch of people but none affected me the way having a deep personal connection on a visceral level like with my son.
Talk about him as much as you need to. There's no right way to walk this path.
Sending so much love.
It is so lovely to see you and Madeleine again, Andrea. You are both beautiful inside and out, and I applaud you for honoring your dear Andrew by carrying on so bravely. This episode was really inspiring and wonderful. Thank you so much. I can't even imagine how hard it was to make this episode, and I am so grateful to both of you. Sending love and prayers, as always.
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You are such a blessing! Thank you for being there and for conveying love and joy. Please take your time and talk as much about Andrew as you like. I got to know fruity knitting through CtK after Andrew had died and started to watch your first Episodes. It is just wonderful to feel the love between you all and this love will never die. I got much inspiration and would love to meet you in person one day. My heart and prayers go out to you and your daughter. Thank you!
Nice to see you back! I was binge watching when Andrew became ill. I was at episode 76. I could not continue watching while he was so ill and knowing what you both must be going thru. After this episode- I will continue with my binge. My plan when I finish all episodes and to start them all over again. Andrea, you have been such a knitting inspiration to me. It has become a deep blessing in my life. So once again- it is nice to see you back 😇
So lovely to see you both back. Its great Madeleine can be with you at this time. Talking about your grief as you need to is so important. You have a community here who understand and also appreciate what a special man Andrew was. Your knitting projects are so beautiful. I wonder if you could make Andrew's unfinished vest into a project bag by inserting a zip closure and seaming the bottom. Take care ladies x
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Welcome back my dears! ❤️ 💕 looking forward to do more knitting.Andrea, I love your dress, that color is gorgeous and it fits you perfectly.
A very welcome post, thank you Andrea and Madeleine. Best wishes to you both, do remember to take care of yourselves first.
Hi Ann
Andrea and Madeleine, I am from Shetland and have been watching your channel for a long time but never commented. I love your content and loved watching the adventures that you and Andrew went on. I lost my Husband almost 4 years ago and the pain is still so hard to bare at times, we were together for 35 years and have 4 children. we met when I was just 17 and married when I was 18. when you talk about Andrew being the centre of your life it break's my heart because that is exactly how I feel. The 18th of June was our wedding day we would have been 39 years married. My heart goes out to you both and I pray that you will feel peace in time.
Wonderful to see you both
The old fisherman portrait hung in our home in Holland when I was a child in the 60's
My parents still have this painting 60 years later hanging in their home in NZ
How lovely to see you both. I’m here for the wonderful woolly stuff of course but also because you and Madeleine ( goes without saying Andrew as well ) are so authentic, relatable and so darn huggable. Talk all you like about Andrew because we love him as well. Anyways, carry on beautiful ladies, I’m here for it ♥️
Hi Nancy
I postponed watching this episode because I knew it's a difficult time. And now I find myself crying. My thoughts and prayers are still with you guys as I knit.
You are never terrible company. We are here whenever you feel like expressing your feelings openly. I cannot imagine your grief but am so impressed to see you today knowing too that you are doing all you can to take care of yourself physically and spiritually. I'm so happy Madeline is by your side. Sending Love to both of you. 💕💖💕
Hi how are you doing my friend
What a beautiful episode! It is so heart-warming that you found the strentgh to get the show going and in such an inspiring way. I hope continuing the show will be a healing path for you both. Andrew would be so proud. I can certainly see him through Madeleine’s eyes and smile.
I particularly loved Madeleine modeling the gorgeous Kim Hargreaves blue sweater with Chopin’s music background. Marvellous!
I’m sending you both all my love ❤️
Hi how are you
Dear Andrea and Madeleine, thank you so much for another beautiful episode. I keep thinking about you so often and wish you both all the best, healing for your spirit and soul! I do hope that it will become easier to get through your days. And I know from experience how important it is to talk about our loved ones: so just keep doing it! Best wishes Christina
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His name is Doris-Rijkers, I grew up in the Netherlands and was a member of a Dutch scout corps called Doris-Rijkers.We were a sea scout group. I have been living in Sweden for a long time now.Thank you very much for a nice pod, I hope you shoulder the loss of Andre, I just lost my husband after 45 years together.
Hello dear Andrea and Madeline. So great to see you here and sharing in the good and the sad. don't be hard on yourself - grieving can take a lifetime. I was once told we never get over losing someone, we just learn how to cope with it, especially in the public arena. Madeline, you are a ray of sunshine for Mum and I keep seeing Dad in you. Thank you for coming to stay with Andrea to comfort her and to keep her company. i digress - the patreon page link below is showing 404 error so you might want to check that out. take care and we'll see you next time. The interview was fantastic! Love Lu in Australia
Oh my heat! What an amazing epdiosde. You are both so inspiring with your grace, your courage and your many, many talents. I love to hear you talk about Andrew and I hope you always feel able to do so when talking to this audience. The Bohus Stickning story was also so inspiring, perfect for this very special episode. And I absolutley loved the Aussie Easter egg at the end. Thank you!
Hello Helen
there is nothing I can say to help. If I could, I would sit and listen to you talk about Andrew, your life together, your loss. The films of Andrew in the clinic broke my heart. He looked so much like the love of my life, my husband, John, who died at age 37 from an aortic dissection...so pale, so thin, so brave, so lovely. Thinking of you and Madeleine with a full heart.
Thank you for the informative podcast with yet another beautiful set of designs and colours that I know I wouldn't know about if not for Fruity Knitting. Good to see you doing what you do so well again. I day at a time is the only way. Good to see Madeline getting into her knitting and Love the art work. Stay well.
Hello Jenny
Thankyou for starting up fruity knitting again. I know how hard it must be but there is a large community out here just grateful to have you back.
Thinking of you. My husband passed away 5 years ago & I definitely understand that feeling of completely overwhelming & devastating grief. Prayers for peace and comfort.
It’s wonderful to see you again, and very good to know Madeleine is with you as you both walk this new journey, taking care of each other and gaining strength each day from each other’s presence. We all hold you both in our hearts. Thank you for carrying Fruity Knitting forward, as Andrew wished. It has become such an important part of my knitting life, and I know it is of others’ lives as well.
What a beautiful way to start my day. So happy to see you again and I am sending all my love!
So good to see you both and the continuation of Fruity Knitting! Love the mittens pattern. Oh, and the blue sweater, wow!
In Spanish we say, ‘Te acompañó en su sentimientos.’ Which means I walk with you during your time of grief. Blessings to you both and continued prayers for strength during this difficult process.
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