Hurricanes, Secret Pals

I don’t know anyone in New Orleans. I’ve never been there. But I’ve very upset by the disaster there. I’m not sure why, but I keep getting teary eyed as I read the news reports. I’m not usually so… emotional about far away happenings. Before the hurricane hit, I was freaking out about it to Kevin, who told me that all would be well. And honestly, it looked like it might be okay, as far as massive hurricanes go. But then the levees broke and it wasn’t.

So, living in Illinois, there isn’t much I can do other than donate money. I was going to provide a link to the Red Cross, but I’m sure everyone can find them. Instead, here’s a link to the Humane Society Disaster Relief Fund. Yes, people are more important than animals, but taking a moment to think of all the pets that had to be left behind won’t detract from the human tragedy as well. Besides, the Red Cross’s web site is way overloaded with traffic, so it might be hard to get to.

I did get good news on Monday though - my secret pal sent me my last package!

My secret pal is Susan at Knit and Spin with Susan! She’s been a great pal - this final haul were some awesome stickers, two balls of Regia in a great color combo, and the FiberTrends Peak Experience sock pattern. I’ve loved everything I’ve gotten, and this was a really great experience.

The person I’ve been spoiling should be getting her final package today or tomorrow. I have to admit that I, um, “accidentally” ate one of the treats out of her box. But there are still goodies left. :)

Finally, while I snapped the Secret Pal picture this morning, I also took a picture of my current stash status.

Yes, I have a yarn problem. And an organization problem too, it appears. Anyone love to organize things want to come over and fix it for me? I’ll make you cookies. Or a cake. Or a pie. Really.

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10 Responses to “Hurricanes, Secret Pals”

  1. Susan Says:
    August 31st, 2005 at 11:06 am

    Yay! I can finally leave a comment! Glad you liked my spoiling!! Oh, my stash is just as bad, as we’re moving, and it’s in a pile of boxes… I miss seeing it all, some of it is buried under other boxes.

  2. Lucia Says:
    August 31st, 2005 at 12:37 pm

    I keep reading about New Orleans. I do know a few people in New Orleans. It was such a beautiful city.

  3. Sheree Says:
    August 31st, 2005 at 2:18 pm

    OK, I don’t feel so bad now that I’ve seen your stash! LOL Mine is also in boxes (thank gawd cuz then it’s not so scary).

  4. Christina Says:
    August 31st, 2005 at 2:51 pm

    If you didn’t live in Chicago, I’d totally come organize your stash. Even if I get yarn envy, it’s FUN.

  5. monica Says:
    September 1st, 2005 at 3:41 am

    Your stash is probably very organized because you probably know what you have and how much.

  6. Dianna Says:
    September 1st, 2005 at 7:53 am

    Nice stash! I like it.

    I too keep thinking of the refugees in the gulf. It is beyond anything we have seen - it is upsetting. And there is nowhere to go with the feeling. The media seems solely focused on an empty message that this disaster is about “someone taking my stuff”. I stopped watching the TV news. I’m just relying on Katrina blogs to understand the disaster.

  7. Sarah Says:
    September 1st, 2005 at 8:01 am

    Holy cow, Secret Pal, you have a lot of yarn!!! :) Since apparently we live right down the way from each other maybe I should come over and organize your stash. I just did mine, but all my yarn fit in one box. I’m so excited to know who you are now (even if you did eat some of my treats)!! I’ve had so much fun with this exchange and you were such a fabulous SP. It’s even more fun knowing you’re so close by! I’m glad to see you had such a good person to spoil you too :)

  8. Dee Says:
    September 1st, 2005 at 3:27 pm

    OMG Thank you so much for the stash flash, you’ve made my day!

  9. Susan Says:
    September 2nd, 2005 at 9:22 am

    Gail! I just realized, did you find the sheep in the box?!?!?

  10. Christine Says:
    September 7th, 2005 at 6:31 am

    I have been thinking of all the knitters that aren’t in Houston (where we have almost 25,000 in the largest shelters alone) - so I’m coordinating Knitting for Katrina! Baby goods are probably the most needed, but anything is welcome - all the details are on my blog. If you can help spread the word, that would be fabulous! :D

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