My home state, Georgia, has been flooded.  The county I grew up in was one of the hardest hit.  In that county my best friend has lived as long as I’ve known her.  Her house wasn’t considered to be on a flood plain, so she has no flood insurance.  Almost everything of value she owned has been flooded.  All of her wood working equipment, her glass equipment, it’s all ruined.  She doesn’t know I’m doing this, unless she’s reading, in which case, uh, hi?

I want to do what I can from up here and the only thing I can think to do is try to raise some funds for her so she can try to rebuild a bit of what she lost.  Every sale made from now until, well, whenever will have 30% donated to Paula.  She is my best friend in the whole world and I’ve known her for probably 18 years now.  She’s amazing, smart, funny, fabulous and oh-so-talented.  She’s had a really rough time lately and doesn’t deserve any of it, least of all losing things that are impossible for her to replace right now.   Won’t you help too and get some fantastic yarn and stitch markers in the bargain?  Or, if you want, simply donate directly to my Paypal account using the button below, either way, the money will be going to her directly and every penny is appreciated.

I know stock is a bit low in the shop, I’ll be dyeing more over the next few days and should have more stuff (including new yarns!) going up soon.

To all of you who’ve purchased or donated, thank you, from the bottom of my heart!  I am so grateful to have connections to such wonderful and generous people willing to help a total stranger.  You guys are amazing.

Aaaaaand we have an update!  Paula was able to go to the house and check out the damage.  Luckily the water never made it into the house itself, just the garage/basement.  Unfortunately, the garage/basement was where nearly everything she owned was being stored.  All her photos, her keepsakes, clothing, tools, furniture, it’s all ruined.  I am grateful she has a house to move back into, but she can’t move back in until she gets the basement cleaned out.  The stench and the humidity are just too much to live in.  She said it’s even affecting things in the house.  Books are growing mildew and mold at an alarming rate.  I can’t imagine the heartache and monumental task she’s facing right now.  Every tiny donation or purchase helps so much.  Thank you all.  I can’t express gratitude sufficiently enough here.  I really can’t.  I am so so appreciative to know such amazing and wonderful people.  Thank you all so very, very much.