I hated sweaters growing up. The wool is kid's sweaters at the price level people would buy me were always super itchy. And I hated tight-fitting pullovers thicker than a t-shirt.
But now that I am older button down cardigans appeal. Especially as I am more cold-sensitive with the cancer and all.
I can afford decent ones, too. But there is a downside to the nice stuff. Fabric care. Dry clean only? Like that is gonna happen. But people had sweaters longer than the dry clean process. If I have a care I can cold hand-wash in Woolite and dry by sandwiching between two towels on a flat surface. I can also help that care regime with blends. I'm no cashmere snob.
There is only one problem with drifting toward a shawl collar cardigan. The vibe is more Mr. Rodgers, or besotted Irish middle aged pub rat if I am in my cups. The right white pullover and a captains hat and I'd look like a U-Boat Captain.
Seriously, tho. I used to just wear a shirt, all winter long, with the thermostat set to 68. Now it is t-shirt, flannel shirt, wool socks, and sweater and I am tempted to turn up the dial. And that's when the temperature outside dips below 50.
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oops, set for wrong 6 o'clock
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T-Bolt, The Queen Of The World (cancer survivor) says this isn't cancer, it's old age.
Wearing my Big Lebowski Pendleton sweater today.
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I remember when in high school winter sports, after practice, and a quick shower, walking home at about 7pm, with the Michigan air temperature hovering at about 10 degrees, in a bit over a half mile, my long, 1977 hair would freeze before I made it into the house, with ice hanging down the back of my head.
Now, my summer haircut is part of shaving my face. In the winter, I wear the heaviest hat I can get. I feel like Walter Matthieu in Grumpy Old Men, ice fishing on a Minnesota lake.
Best wishes to you, in your health journey. My wife went through breast cancer 6 years ago, and as you know, it isn't for sissies. I don't comment here much, by know that I am a firm believer in prayer, that it works, and when I say that I am praying for someone, I am. I have been praying for you, since I heard you were in need. Stay strong, my friend, you have been a source of inspiration for many, for a long time.
Tim in Muskegon MI tlk78@yahoo.com
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