I am wishing everyone a very good new year.
As I look back at 2020 the one word that comes to mind is “bizarre”.
During most years I go on vacation twice, go out to breakfast or dinner many times and shop in many different stores. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic I did nothing last year. I stayed at home except to shop for groceries, go to the pharmacy, and a few doctors’ appointments. Actually, this was not too bad.
There were several things that were good about the lock-downs. Since so many “in person” events were cancelled, people began connecting through the internet by using YouTube and Zoom. This gave me the opportunity to learn a lot about weaving.
Rebecca Mezoff started doing YouTube everyday. Showing how to weave tapestry and answering questions. She has cut that back to weekly, depending on her schedule. Tien Chiu and Janet Dawson hosted two “weave alongs” and taught “how to weave” and “color & design”. They were great courses.
There were several other virtual meetings that I was able to attend which would have never happened if there was not a pandemic. So, although 2020 was a scary year, many good things also happened.
I want to thank everyone and all organizations that made content available to us for free. I am hoping that things like this continue after the world gets back to normal. There are many people who don’t have access to “in person” guilds and events so virtual meetings are a valuable asset.
I am looking forward to 2021 and hoping that COVID-19 will get under control so people will be able to live without fear, go back to work and enjoy life as we use to. Personally, I am excited to do more weaving, spinning and fiber arts.
Hoping the new year brings you Health, Happiness, and Prosperity.
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