Needles clicked and hooks moved rhythmically for months. Sons and daughters shopped at local yarn retail stores to provide fodder for the seemingly endless use of aluminium tools. The women’s industry occurred during daytime television and informal chats. Needles and hooks, however, were set aside on Thursday night – bingo was sacrosanct and no-one wanted to miss out on winning a prize. By the time the cold breezes whistled through the trees, the handmade offerings lined the windowsill. A group had been nominated to take the hats and toques to a nearby homeless shelter. A perfect gift for the festive season.
This festive season I am grateful for the warm clothing and home that I have unlike many of those who are homeless.
© Colline Kook-Chun, 2017
(This post was inspired by Friday Fictioneers hosted by Rochelle. The challenge asks for bloggers to write a story in 100 words or less in response to the photo prompt.)
Lovely heart-warming story 🙂
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Thank you so much Iain.
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I too am grateful for the many comforts I enjoy, especially during these cold months. Churches in my area take turns housing the homeless during the winter, and I am glad to support this vital ministry.
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That is a wonderful idea as the places that house the homeless during the winter months fill up quickly and turn away people.
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I think there are many groups like the one you describe.
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Yes, there are. And because of them, the needy get a little of what they need.
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I can’t imagine what it must be like to be homeless, Colline! Sleeping on the streets would be my worst nightmare. How lucky we are! Wishing you a peaceful happy time with your family this Christmas.
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We certainly are Jo. Have a wonderful Christmas with your family.
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Dear Colline,
Love the industry of these folks, but that bingo was sacrosanct. It reminded me of my mother who played Mah Jhongg every Tuesday night and Saturday afternoon. 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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They don;t only play for the game, but the excitement and socialisation as well 🙂
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We are so fortunate, and yet, many of us are intent on ruing our lot an multiple accounts instead of counting our blessings.
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So true. It is always better to look at what we have in life, instead of what we don’t have.
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I love the social aspect of the needles and hooks as well as it being for a good purpose.
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Two birds with one stone 😊👍
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Such a lovely and timely take on the prompt, Colline. Loved it.
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Thank you so much Dale.
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Lovely story 🙂
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Thank you.
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