[Nfb-krafters-korner] just a short note

[Henrietta Brewer]

Hi,
Carol and I were among the first dozen or so members of Krafters Korner. I remember the first time we got beads to make jewlry. We couldn't pick up just one bead. The needle? Oh, how do people keep track of those tiny things? we have learned so much since then. I can give a crafted gift and hold my head up now. I have to say, I even have requests for knitted items that will keep me busy for months. 
But there is always time to learn something new when a part of this group. Doesn't matter what the handicap is or even if it works out the first time. There is always someone to help. There is no place on earth like this group. So glad I am a part of it.
Henrietta
On Dec 12, 2012, at 1:27 PM, River Woman wrote:

> I so agree with you, Jill.
> I am not sure, but I think I have been on the list for at least 3 or 4 years. I have taught classes here, participated in classes, and enjoy reading the notes that go back and forth on things I am interested in.
> It has been very uplifting and encouraging to SEE so many blind people learning to do things - without complaints, but with enthusiasm.
> 
> It has also been so interesting to me to watch the ebb and flow of ideas here.  Things seem to run in cycles. The topics now are so very different than they were a couple years ago; the people change and so does the interests. I think that is a healthy sign - it is not stagnent but a growing group of people and interests.
> 
> Of course, behind all of this is the enthusiasm and joy of sharing that the members have, but the real star here is Joyce. Thank you Joyce for making everyone comfortable and not afraid to make mistakes. Unlike another list I have been on, this one is very positive and encouraging, with people treating each other with respect and kindness.
> 
> Lynda River Woman
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> ----- Original Message ----- From: "jill" <jillbilly4 at comcast.net>
> To: "'List for blind crafters and artists'" <nfb-krafters-korner at nfbnet.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, December 12, 2012 1:16 PM
> Subject: [Nfb-krafters-korner] just a short note
> 
> 
>> Hi,
>> 
>> I just wanted to comment on the list as a whole.  I joined in August 2012
>> and I can honestly say, I have never heard the words" I Can't"!  It is
>> really rewarding to get up each day check my email, and see what the newest
>> and next challenge is for everyone.  I began losing my sight at 18, and am
>> now 42.  Aside for the first year or so, I have been determined to do all
>> that I want to do.  By that I am saying, embrace new challenges and not hide
>> from them.  I have a few close friends who are blind here in Alabama which
>> feel the same.  I have encountered so many people from college and then
>> through my careers in rehab and social security who have just given up on
>> trying.  This group lifts my spirit and provides me a place to meet others
>> who just want to get on with life and do something!  We all have moments of
>> sadness, loss, and grief. as a whole, you all are a blessing.  I appreciate
>> so much  the work and time that everyone puts into making this group such a
>> joy!!
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> Jill Rossiter
>> 
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