time off

On December 23rd, exactly 5 months into my pregnancy, I had a miscarriage. We were so surprised (more like shocked) when we found out this past fall that we were going to have another baby. Another year of breastfeeding, more diapers, more chubby cheeks to kiss and bite. We are absolutely devastated by this loss.

I am taking some time off to spend with my children and husband without timelines or deadlines. Very soon I will be back at my loom, throwing picks right to left and left to right, letting my mind sort out what happened. It’s been a whirlwind and I look forward to the precious hours I can play with yarn.

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31 Responses to “time off”

  1. Sampling Says:

    So sorry to hear of your news!

  2. Rebecca in NC Says:

    Anne-Marie, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you get the peace and rest that you need.

  3. Andrea Says:

    oh no. i’m so sorry for your loss. sending love and peace to you and yours. xo

  4. Rilla Marshall Says:

    Oh Anne-Marie, I am so so sorry to read this. All the best to you and your family during this time…even though we’ve only met virtually, I send you a big bug across the continent and wish you peace and rest and strength.

  5. Elizabeth Says:

    I’m so sorry. Please take all the time you need. Much love <3

  6. Yarny Days Says:

    So sorry to hear, Annie. Take care, and sending you much positive energy your way…

  7. Angela Says:

    I’m so sorry for you and your family’s loss. Big hugs.

  8. tomo Says:

    I’m so sorry for your loss, Anne-Marie.

  9. sewkimiknits Says:

    I am so sorry to hear of this loss for your family. I lost a baby at 4.5 months almost 4 years ago–I know your pain. Time will not make it disappear, but it will lessen with time.

    If you’re a reader, I recommend “empty cradle, broken heart,”–it got me through some very dark hours when the loss for me was still fresh.

  10. Evelyn Says:

    Thank you for sharing your grief and for welcoming good wishes from all of us. Like you, I lost my first baby at five months many years ago and the sadness is very deep. But like you, I have other children and I hope you surround yourself with their love and comfort. Much love as you take this time for yourself and your family.

  11. kristina Says:

    Anne-Marie,
    I was more than saddened to read your post. Please know that you and your family are very much in the thoughts of many. Sending a huge hug.

  12. katrina Says:

    My heart aches for you. I am truly sorry for your loss(and your families). I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.

  13. limonene Says:

    I am so sorry for your loss, Ann-Marie. You are all in my prayers.

  14. S. J. Pajonas Says:

    Oh my, Anne-Marie. I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts. Xo

  15. earthchick Says:

    Anne-Marie, I am so very sorry to read this. Sending much love and warm thoughts your way.

  16. Elinor Says:

    Oh Anne-Marie, what devastating news! I am so sorry for you and your family. Lots of love from me.

  17. Melissa Says:

    Oh goodness, I’m sorry to hear this. Sending lots of good thoughts your way.

  18. schrodinger212 Says:

    Oh I am so, so sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to you and everyone else in the family. Sending healing thoughts to you.

  19. kelly Says:

    I’m so so sorry for your loss. I’ll be keeping you and your family in my thoughts. [hugs]

  20. Penelope Says:

    I hope the love and joy of your family can be a healing balm in what I imagine is a a truly difficult and painful time. Love helps all of us be resilient given time. Penelope

  21. mai Says:

    AM – I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and sending lots of love and hugs.

  22. grumperinag Says:

    I’m so sorry to hear about your loss! Sending lots of hugs and good wishes to you and your family.

  23. Ana Says:

    So, so sorry. :(
    Hugs.

  24. Jennifer Says:

    Anne-Marie,
    I’m sorry to hear this sad news. My condolences to you and your family.

  25. margaux Says:

    sending you love. i am so sorry for your loss.

  26. Restless Knitter Says:

    I’m so sorry for your loss.

  27. primoeza Says:

    i’m so sorry anne-marie. please look after yourself.

  28. Anne-Marie Says:

    Thank you all for your kind comments. It is much appreciated and welcomed. It’s been a rough couple of weeks but we are looking onward.

  29. brooke Says:

    I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and your family.

  30. Melissa Says:

    I know I’m a little behind, but I am so sorry hear about this. One of my best friends miscarried at 8 months on Christmas day and I have seen the impact it has had on her and her husband. You and your family will be in my prayers!

  31. shipbuilding Says:

    It has been too long between visits. I’m saddened to hear this news. I hope you’re doing ok. I wish I could give you a big hug! It’s always nice to know that regardless of what happens in life, the loom is always waiting and never asks questions, it just lets you weave and sort it all out. Please take care k x

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