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First Finish of 2013 - And All Was for An Appil

I put the final stitches into Scarlet Letter's And All Was For an Appil last night to have my first finish of 2013.  I started this as a part of Nicola's Scarlet Letter Year.


Worked on 36-count Lakeside Linen Attic Lace using DMC

I am really enjoying participating in the Scarlet Latter Year but I also want to focus on getting some of my other starts completed this year. So for the first part of February I am going to focus on a couple of my WIPS and pick out another Scarlet Letter chart for the challenge.

I have just completed my 8th chemotherapy treatment and have only 4 more to go (two thirds of the way done - YEAH!!!). They had to delay a couple of treatments due to a low platelet count so that has moved my final treatment towards the end of March. I am managing the treatments very with just some minor side effects.  Thanks again to everyone for your continued support, thoughts, words of encouragement and prayers.  They are greatly appreciated by me and my family.

Happy stitching...
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Terri said…
Congratulations on your beautiful finish, Robert! Keeping you in my prayers.
January 30, 2013 at 9:48 AM
Krista said…
Great finish, Robert! It is nice to see you participating in the Scarlet Letter challenge. Be well and I hope your treatments go well.
January 30, 2013 at 10:17 AM
Ann at Beadlework. said…
You certainly power your way through the samplers - well done. I'm glad that you're getting there with the chemo, it's a hard journey but worth it. I'll keep good thoughts for you.
January 30, 2013 at 10:33 AM
Frau Seidenhase said…
Congratiulation
---------;--@
Birgit
January 30, 2013 at 11:21 AM
Angie Burrett said…
A great finish Robert - so pleased you are coping with the chemo - thinking of you with positive thoughts. Isn't Nicola's SL challenge a fantastic idea - she's keeping lots of fingers busy! Take care...
January 30, 2013 at 11:25 AM
Margaret said…
I love your AAWFAA finish! Beautiful! I have thought of you during these last months and am continuing prayers and good thoughts for your recovery.
January 30, 2013 at 11:29 AM
Frances said…
I don't comment much, but this finish is gorgeous! I love it! So pretty! I wish you the best on your treatments and it's good to hear that you're doing well with them! 2013 will be a good year!
January 30, 2013 at 11:50 AM
the striped rose said…
Very nice finish! Glad to hear your treatments are going well.
January 30, 2013 at 12:01 PM
Laurie in Iowa said…
Congrats on finishing your beautiful AAWFAA. I'm relieved to hear that your chemo treatments are going well with a minimum of side effects. Sending continuing positive thoughts your way.
January 30, 2013 at 12:49 PM
Erica said…
Beautiful finish Robert!
I always found the A & E in this one sort of comical! It is one of my favorites!
You will soon have all of those treatments behind you, and will be able to remember it as a great nuissance that was in your past!
January 30, 2013 at 12:57 PM
Mary said…
Such a wonderful finish! I do like this pattern and want a copy for myself! It looks like such fun with all of the pretty colors.
So glad to hear that you are nearing the end with the treatments. Its even better that you are feeling OK. I'll continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
January 30, 2013 at 1:13 PM
Katrina said…
Gorgeous finish and I am so glad your chemo is almost done!!!!!
January 30, 2013 at 5:24 PM
Barb said…
Your finish is just beautiful. I hope your treatments continue to be fairly comfortable for you and your health continues to improve!
January 30, 2013 at 5:36 PM
Jane in Wisconsin said…
Hi Robert. Love your sampler-Ii just started it. I am glad you are only having a few side effects...........keep up the good work!
January 30, 2013 at 5:59 PM
Samplings from Spring Creek said…
Your An All Was For An Appil looks awesome--congratulations. Have you decided on your next Scarlet Letter?

Keeping positive thoughts for you, your family and the treatments
January 30, 2013 at 6:06 PM
Karen said…
Very nice finish! Hope your treatments continue to go well.

happy stitching...
January 30, 2013 at 6:35 PM
Melissa said…
Congratulations both on your big finish and being 2/3 done with your treatment. I hope you will continue to improve. Enjoy your stitching!
January 30, 2013 at 6:46 PM
Siobhán said…
Congratulations on your finish! It's beautiful. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
January 31, 2013 at 4:54 AM
Catherine said…
Beautiful!! Continues thoughts and prayers to you.
January 31, 2013 at 8:03 AM
ginnyt said…
wow, how did you finish that so fast; I'm not as far on mine; thinking about you, and wish you well
January 31, 2013 at 8:34 AM
Michele B. said…
What a beautiful finish Robert! I'm so glad to hear your chemo is going well...just know you are in my thoughts and prayers!

Michele
January 31, 2013 at 9:02 AM
Giovanna said…
So glad to read that you treatment is proceeding well. Congrats on the gorgeous finish.
January 31, 2013 at 2:57 PM
Susan said…
WOW! What a beautiful finish. Sending good thoughts your way on the last 1/3 of your treatments.
January 31, 2013 at 7:30 PM
Dona said…
Beautiful finish! I look forward to seeing what you pick for your next SL Challenge piece.

I'm glad to hear you are getting closer to the end of your treatments with minor side effects.

February 1, 2013 at 6:16 AM
Bine said…
Good to hear that the treatments are not too hard on you. I keep you and your family in my prayers!
Congratulations on your beautiful finish.
February 2, 2013 at 11:52 AM
Tedra said…
Hi Robert - I am glad to hear the treatements are being tolerated well! I pray for success with the treatments and that you'll be back to full steam soon! You are a beautiful stitcher and can't wait to see more of your finishes! Loved seeing your Scarlett Letter finish!
February 6, 2013 at 10:31 AM
Bertie said…
Wonderful finish, congratulations. Wishing you well with your upcoming treatment;))
February 6, 2013 at 11:45 AM
Evelyne said…
Congratulations on your beautiful finish!
Your a great sampler stitcher i love them all.
Love to see your next finish.

Happy stitching, Evelyne
February 6, 2013 at 2:31 PM
Karoline said…
Congratulations on your finish, it's stunning

I hope the rest of your treatment goes smoothly
February 10, 2013 at 7:04 AM
Patti-Rocky Mtn Stitcher said…
I will have to get mine out and finish it. Its gorgeous! I wish my husband would stitch!
April 16, 2013 at 3:07 PM
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