The Gentle Knitter A short update
2024 ж. 20 Мам.
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Hi Friends, here's a short update for those who may be wondering where I've been and what's going on. Because of my very limited amount of energy, I won't be able to reply or respond to questions and comments, but do know that I will read them all, and greatly appreciate your support. Fingers crossed, I'll be back asap to chat all things fibre soon!
Land acknowledgment
I want to pay my respects and acknowledge that the land that I live on is traditional unceded Algonquin Anishinaabek territory
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You can find a bit more info on Ramsey Hunt Syndrome here:
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Thank you, Nicole, for popping on for a bit to let us know how you are. Your gentle, peaceful presence in this community has been a precious gift from your very first hello, and it will without doubt continue to be. You may have a gentle soul, but we know that it resides alongside a fierce spirit! So while you take the time needed for rest and healing, we will continue to enjoy the many episodes full of inspiration and beautiful creations you’ve shared so far. You are loved here, and we appreciate you dearly. Snuggles to you and Theo. ❤️
I agree with these kind words and couldn't have said them better myself.
I could not have said it any better! Sending you healing prayers Nicole ❤
I couldn't have said it any better. Get well!
Thank you Terri for expressing my thoughts. Sending warm hugs of care and healing to you Nicole.
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Just want to add to everyone’s prayers and best wishes for a full recovery, Nicole. It’s humbling how you think of us at this difficult time, but just 5 minutes of your gentle voice is a tonic to each of us. ❤
I keep checking back in, with hope and prayers for your full recovery. I really miss your gentle knitting teaching and inspiration. Patiently waiting....
Also keep on checkingon her health.
I’m a discreet viewer, commenting isn’t an easy thing to me. But I want you to know that I appreciate you, your spirit is really beautiful and shine a light in this world through your videos. You show so much more than your craft ! Thank you so much for that. You are in my prayers. With love, Marie
I regularly go back and rewatch your episodes for comfort and inspiration. You are one of a kind! Your presence here in the knitting community is treasured and of course we are all rooting for you, for healing and FULL recovery. You know there is zero pressure for you to continue to produce in this time. May it be a time of rest, replenishment, and healing! Sending a big virtual hug and prayers.
Hello Nicole, I hope your health is much better, each time I look at a podcast of fiber treck I am thinking of you and that's why I write😇. I wish you all the best and beautiful moments of knitting🧺, take good care of you, we miss you🌹🕊🙏🏽✨️
Hi Nicole. I think of you often and wonder how you are going on your health journey. Thank you for your wonderful contribution to the world of knitting vlogs. I appreciate your style and your grace. I hope you are getting the help you need and that you are able to feed you own soul even in the darkest of days. I wish you well now and in the future. From Joy in New Zealand.
Hi Nicole You have been on my mind a LOT lately. My hope is that you are better than when you last posted. You were the first person I ever watched on KZhead and your podcasts are still the best ...and I have watched MANY! You introduced me to lovely designers and lovely yarns. I just want to say thank you for all your podcasts, advice and inspiration. Hopefully we will see you again one day. Blessings to you.
Thank you for taking the time to record for us.
Nicole you are amazing. In the midst of this challenge you are facing, you choose to focus on the “good” and inspire me with your grace and resilience. I’ll add my thoughts for your healing and complete restoration to the 30K others … surrounding you. 💖
I was just thinking of you this morning while writing in my knitting notebook. You taught me to make a quick note of my surroundings and feelings before starting to knit. You’re a treasure to our communities and I wish you well on your healing journey.
Sorry you are going through this Nicole. I have had it myself and it really is awful. The pain and tiredness whilst your nerve works to heal itself is horrendous. I got through it relatively quickly and made a 99% recovery. Just a little weakness left in the mouth muscles. Only tip I have, which you have probably discovered, is a heated wheat bag on the face/ear for pain relief. I wish you a speedy and full recovery xxx
I'm so sorry to hear of your health issue. I know you know how best to care for yourself, and I wish all the best in healing. Your gentle channel has always been a joy for me, I'm sure that you are pursing joy in all the ways you are able. I believe you recently adopted a dog, I hope that he/she brings you comfort and love in that special way dogs do. I hope to catch up with you on this channel in the future. Hugs to you and your wonderful support system.
Send prayers and a speedy recovery always
Wishing you well xx
I’m so very sorry you are going through this.I am praying for you.
Hi Nicole. I just wanted to add my best wishes for your speedy recovery. You have been so missed by the worldwide knitting community. I hope you are able to enjoy the coming summer, sitting in the sunshine, knitting on your lap, friend beside you. Take the time you need to heal and feel all the love that is being sent your way.
Thinking of you, Nicole. I pray for you often and look forward to hearing an update and seeing more of your lovely knits. ♥️
How kind and thoughtful of you to send us this update. I have wondered where you are, and I’m so sorry to hear that you’re dealing with this. Sending you many warm thoughts for healing.
Hoping for more than50-50 for you. Best wishes
Sending you much love! Glad you are still able to do some of your making. Waves of love & care are surely heading your way from all of us who watch 💖
Best thoughts for you. I started watching your podcasts from the beginning, and just now finished your short update in 2023. Your review of books was something I looked forward to, and I would always check my local library for your suggestions. I hope that you will be able to review and recommend soon. Hope this note finds you on the road to recovery.
Hello, Nicole! I just saw your post on IG which led me to this video. I am sending love and the wish for a speedy recovery. Despite this current challenge, you are so beautiful inside and out! And your voice is always so soothingly gentle. Thanks for making this video. I will keep you in my prayers. Love from California! 🤗♥
Hi Nicole , like everyone else I wish you every chance of being on the right side of the 50 % .Take care of your precious health in whatever way works . Thank you for the kindness of thinking of us all . Kerrie
Merci d'avoir pris le temps de poster cette vidéo, ta douce et gentle présence sur KZhead manque et nous attendrons ton retour, reposée, guérie et en forme ! Je te souhaite de te rétablir le plus rapidement possible Nicole. Je t'envoie des douces pensées 🌿
Hi Nicole. Continue to think of you and wish peace and healing. ❤
Miss you much Nicole.❤❤❤
Nicole, sending you warm wishes for better health. Like many of your viewers, I so much enjoy your calm, positive presence and the inspiration you bring to this space. Thank you for connecting with us today. As knitting is such an important part of my own self-care practice, I’m happy to hear that it continues to bring you joy and comfort. Be well.
Beautiful, sweet Nicole! You are so generous to take the time to record this and let us all know how you are getting on! I have been thinking of you so much and hoping that you are healing, resting, and taking the very best care of yourself. We all miss you here and look forward to the day when you return. Sending you loads of love.❤❤❤ (and a kiss on the snoot to your pup).😘
You sure have had a lot of serious challenges, Nicole. So glad you are well supported. 🤗 You are missed.
Thank you for sharing! I only crochet, but I love your video podcasts so much! I find them to be so calming to watch and listen to while I crochet. Sending you love and well wishes from Seattle, Washington USA.
Nicole, I was just thinking of you while working on my second Nicole inspired half and half triangle shawl. I am so sorry to hear of your illness, but not at all surprised by your resilience and grace as you cope. Please use your energy and strength to make yourself comfortable and heal. Your gentle soul is much needed and appreciated in this frenzied world in which we live. Be well, my friend. We are here for you. 🧶❤
Your spirit and attitude are amazing. Sending you lots of positive energy for a full recovery…. And thank goodness for fibre crafts… so many valuable benefits for the mind, body, and soul. ❤️Linda
Oh Nicole, thank you so much for thinking about us. Sending you hugs and more hugs. Take good care of yourself. God bless you always ❤️
I have missed your soft thoughtful voice. Glad you are taking good care of yourself so you can recover as much as possible. Thank goodness you can still do some knitting.
Dear Nicole, I am so sorry to hear about your illness. I think you are very brave to sit down and tell us in person what is going on. I wish you a complete recovery. Take your time, we will be waiting.
Dear Nicole, it was so lovely to see and hear you today. I am so sorry you are going through this and am sending all good wishes for a full recovery. I am so glad that you can knit, even if it is not to your usual skill set. Rest and recuperate, everyone is cheering you on and when you are ready, will be so thrilled to have you back. Your channel is so well named, for you have such a gentle presence, which encourages the best in all of us. I have learnt so much from you, of which knitting is only a part. We have never met, but when I settle down to watch your episodes it is like having tea and a natter with one of my best friends.
Dearest Nicole I’ve so missed you, your knitting and your very gentle podcasts and wondered why you hadn’t been on for so long. I’m so sorry to hear about your ill health and how it’s affected your well being. I know chronic illness and pain is awful as I suffer too. Thank you for letting us know how you are and I hope and pray you make a full recovery, regain your strength and come back to us when you are fully ready. Take care xxx 🙂🧶🇬🇧
Sending you very best wishes from Across The Pond, Nicole. I'm so glad that a little knitting and spinning here and there is part of your gentle recovery. Do take care of yourself, and we'll be here when _you_ decide it's a good time for you to return once more... 🤍
Thank you got the update, Nicole. Although you obviously don't owe us that, it is very nice to see you and to hear your warm blanket of a voice. Rest well, take care, enjoy the crafts and hope to see more of you when you feel up to it! All the best form Gent, Belgium.
Though saddened to hear of your illness, I am glad you still have the solace of knitting. Your videos have been a lovely highlight in the crafting community and we are all sending you best wishes and caring thoughts.
Thanks for the update Nicole! Sending best wishes for your recovery and will be hoping to see more of you on youtube sooner than expected. In the meantime keep knitting and spinning and know your viewers are looking forward to seeing you again soon. Love your channel and your gentle and inspiring presence. Take care!
May you be blessed with a gentle but quick healing, you are such a sweet soul and of course we have all your previous videos to watch over and over again. You are much loved and appreciated. God speed!
Nicole, how I have missed you. Had spent several lovely hours with you, your beloved Marcel and your knitting and nature walks. I am sending you hugs and prayers for your continued recovery and your ability to return to the pursuits you love. Please update us when you can and keep your spirits up. Alex
Chère Nicole, tu es si inspirante. Merci d'avoir pris le temps d'enregistrer et publier ces quelques mots. Je suis de tout coeur avec toi. Quelle chance de pouvoir encore tricoter et filer un peu. Je te souhaite le meilleur rétablissement possible. Je suis très heureuse pour toi que tu sois bien entourée, c'est si précieux. Bon courage ! Prends le temps nécessaire pour toi. C'est bien important et l'essentiel. Merci pour tout et au plaisir, emma xoxo
Wishing you a full recovery Nicole . I look forward to you being able to share your knitting and other creativities with us once you have healed enough. Thank you for taking the time to speak to us and your courage we will be here waiting ❤️🧶
Dear Nicole ❤ i am sending you all strength and love that I have. I only wish the best for you, my favourite person in this knitting community ❤ take care
What an incredible testament to patience you are making. I am wishing you all manner of ease and restoration as your nerve slowly heals. Appreciate your outlook and contributions to the knitting community.
Dear Nicole, I am zo happy to see you again. Of course we all were wondering how you were doing, we’ve all missed you, your knitting, your KZhead presence. I will keep my fingers crossed for you to cure and have your health restored. Greetings from a Belgian viewer (but at the very moment on a French holiday)
Thank You Nicole for taking the time to let us know how you are doing. So Good to See You! We All know You would be doing all the things to get yourself back on track and Knitting and Spinning would be Helping You Immensely. Looking Forward to Seeing You Next Time. Take Care ❤❤
Sending so much Love & Prayers. Thank you for the time to update us, you have been a great inspiration to my knitting and now your strength will supportive when I feel in a dark place. Really look forward to your return 💞
How lovely to see you! Your warmth and peaceful spirit are so appreciated. I’m sending you all the best wishes for a gentle recovery. Love your St. Brigid’s cross!
Nicole! How wonderful to see you and I'm deeply saddened you're experiencing such a difficult and disruptive illness. You are a true gem in my knitting world. It is heartening and I am very happy to feel your strength shine through. Most of all thank all the gods and goddesses for knitting, audiobooks, and access to healing treatments. You are a star and are doing amazingly in a very challenging situation. Heal well dearheart. ❤
I agree. Nicole is a joy ❤
Nicole I felt very sad and tearful when I saw your poor lovely face. I hope the pain is lessening more and more. I miss your podcasts very much, you always make me feel calm and happy when I watch them. I shall pray that you heal completely. With the warmest of good wishes, Carol.
Thank you Nicole for taking the time to make this video. I, like many others, think of you. Keep taking care of yourself and when you are ready start your videos again. You are missed. ❤
You have been missed. Sending much love and best wishes for your healing. 💗
Nicole, it is wonderful to see you, though I am very sorry that you are experiencing this illness. You are one of the main reasons why I took to knitting so passionately, and your kind spirit is aspirational. Please take all the time you need and know that you have so many of us thinking positive, soul-nourishing thoughts for your recovery!❤
So sorry for UR troubles, Nicole,,,,!!! Gosh ,,what a time,,, Good to see and hear you,,m Heal fast,,,,,and glad u can still knit,,,,rest Be good to yourself,,,!!!! Elaine 😍🏠
Thanks for taking the time to update. I'm cheering you on. If you ever feel like podcasting and setting up the camera, etc. feels too daunting, maybe you'd like to try an audio podcast? I'd listen to you talk about craft (or any old thing, really) as often as you felt like doing so. Take care, rest up, be well.
Oh Nicole! Sending lots of love! Wishing you the very very best.... there are so many challenges in life, but yes it is wonderful that you have good benefits.Whew, that is a relief! Self care is so key... sending healing wishes your way! Nerves take time to calm down and heal. Hang in there!! Cheering you on! ✨💐
Thank you for sharing such a vulnerable thing with us. Thinking of you as you navigate this challenging time and sending calm, healing thoughts your way. Take as much time as you need.
I am so sorry to hear that you have been afflicted by shingles in this way. It sounds really tough and I admire your spirit and determination to get through this. Keep up the good work looking after yourself. Sending healing vibes your way.
Thank you Nicole for the update. I don't really know what to say but to start with I want to send you warm wishes and a virtual hug. I´m happy to hear your prognosis is somewhat good and of possibilities of full recovery, we will hold on to that thought and put all energy into it. You really are an inspiration to all of us to think about updating us during this challenging time. We will be here, waiting for when you are recovered and ready again. Lots of love from Madrid, Spain
I am so sorry to hear about your illness. Sending you a big hug, much love and light. Thank you for sharing. I will look forward to witnessing your gentle journey to recovery.
Dear girl, I'm sending you tons of love and blessings. I believe in your wellness and ability to heal regardless of doctors' opinions. May all the angels be at your side! Love and light
I do hope you get better soon. Life is full of bumps on the road that sometimes derail our plans, but these detours can become a blessing in the long run…..even though it does not feel that way now. You are a very thoughtful person, a talented and creative knitter. Take the time to heal and you will come out on the other side with a new perspective . You will be in my prayers. ❤️
Im feeling very sorry, dear Nicole … just found this Video, 7 months after you posted it. Im hoping you are better meanwhile….sending you lots of love and my best wishes!
I’m so sorry to hear about all you’ve been going through!!! Your podcasts have been a gentle place of support when I’ve struggled in the past and I hope you’re able to feel the support of this community for you right now ❤️
Nicole, you are in my prayers. Your gentle and peaceful vlog was my very first to watch and I have missed you. My husband and I wish you healing, hope and love. ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I'm so sorry to hear this happened. Thank you for the update. Sending you love and light. I love your gentle energy.
I think about you often. I really hope that you are improving. I miss your knowledge about beautiful yarns and patterns. Wishing you well and hope you will be back soon.
Dear Nicole, thank you for sharing but please take care and look after yourself. We all wish you a swift recovery. When I started knitting I discovered your channel and you inspired me so much. Please be gentle to yourself.
Nicole! This sounds so challenging. I'm sending you positive vibes for your recovery. I'm so glad that you can knit and listen to audiobooks while you focus on recovering.
Dearest Nicole, I am saddened by what you are experiencing. Over the years, it's been truly a joy to watch your videos and learn from you. My prayers, along with so many others, are for your recovery and uplifting of your spirits. Enjoy all of the blessings that you have and rest. Focus on the positive and visualize your perfect outcome. Sending much love and light ❤️
Hi Nicole, I just wanted to wish you a speedy recovery from your medical condition and I hope you find solace from your crafting. I look forward to seeing you back as I enjoy your podcasts. Wishing you well xxxx
Praying that you find peace and joy in this time of healing and recovery. Your gentle way has been a comfort to me and I have watched your podcasts over and over. My mother also suffered from this nerve damage. Blessings to you
Nicole, thank you for courageously hopping on KZhead. I am sending you love and healing wishes from Block Island Rhode Island!!!
Chère Nicole, merci d'avoir pris le temps de poster ce message. Je te souhaite de pouvoir te rétablir le plus tôt mais surtout le mieux possible, c'est rassurant de voir que tu es bien prise en charge et bien soignée avec tout le temps nécessaire. J'admire ta patience, merci d'être si inspirante à tous points de vue.
Very happy to hear from you Nicole, I have been missing watching your podcast and enjoying your presence and beautiful view of life. I kept checking if maybe KZhead didn't send the notification and started to worry. very sorry to hear about your condition, I really hope your journey to recovery goes well and doesn't last too long. It is great to hear that you are in good spirit, I am sure that will help with the process. We will all be very happy to see you again on this platform but in the meantime I wish you all the rest you can get and send lots of positive energy.
Dear Nicole, thank you so much for taking time to share your journey with us. As a person who has lived with serious health issues for many years all I can say is live your best life, whatever it is for you right now - this too shall pass. Take care xx
Желаю Вам скорейшего выздоровления!!!🙏🙏🙏
Скорейшего выздоровления! Ваш канал замечательный, уютный. Пусть у вас все будет хорошо 🌷🌷🌷
Hello Nicole. I had missed you and your soothing podcasts. I am so sorry to hear that you are having problems and I hope and pray that things improve for you soon. It's great that you can do some gentle crafting while you recover. Looking forward to hearing about your progress. In the meantime, take it easy and get plenty of rest. Love and best wishes. x
Nicole, you are a brave soul, rest & restore yourself knowing how much you mean to this community. I have a chronic condition & know how debilitating illness can be, & I likewise still seek solace in my crafting. Wishing you gentle healing
Thank you for checking in with us. You are missed. Wishing you all the best as you take the time that you need to heal. I hope that a full recovery is in your future and that you get back to all the things that you love to do.
Over the years you have inspired me and (so many others) so very much. I have learned a great deal from you and you gentle manner. As you navigate through this awful ordeal, your amazing attitude will see you through.. Shingles was an experience I hope to never go through again. I think of you so often and am sending you lots of warm hugs and fast healing wishes.
Hello Nicole, I watched all your videos even if never commented and I missed your kind presence and inspirational work. A big thank you for sharing, I will pray for your recovery, I wish you to have force and health and patience and trust. A big hug with love from Italy
Thank you for sharing with us. You are a blessing and you are certainly in our prayers. You are a wonderful, strong person who will certainly heel. Rest, be great to yourself and look so forward to hear from you soon. Miss you, God Bess!
Hoping you continue to get better all the time and that you are happily knitting away!❤️♥️🧶
Thank you for updating us. I have been thinking about you and hoping you were doing alright. My heart is with you as you deal with your current health challenges. I will send you healing thoughts and many wishes for a complete and swift recovery. In the meantime, continue with your positive attitude and enjoy those things that comfort and nurture you the most. Take good care!
Thinking of you often Nicole. I hope your healing is going well.
Thinking of you here in this little part of Texas. We are all thinking of you and hoping you heal as quickly and as fully as possible. So much love to you and your positive gentle soul.
Hi Nicole, thank you for thinking of us as we think of you. Wishing you all the best for a peaceful adjustment, sending you strength and love from across the sea
Nicole you’re my fashion icon tbh lol you’ve genuinely inspired so much of my wardrobe. I hope you have a full and swift recovery, beautiful human. Sending you so much love.
Bless your heart, Nicole and thank you so much for the update. We do miss you and your always gentle and informative podcasts. I will make sure to leave the “subscribe“ button active so that as soon as you are better, I will be blessed with your projects and that soothing voice of yours.
Oh dear! I’m so sorry to hear this. I have had shingles in my eye, so I know the excruciating pain of shingles. Having it in your ear would be horrendous. I’m sending you hope and healing thoughts for a complete recovery. Take all the time you need. Try to only do things that make you feel peaceful and happy (not easy in this crazy world). Listen to beautiful music. Rest a lot. Thank goodness you can still knit! 🌹🌺
Dear Nicole. Thankyou for telling us about your situation. You are one of my favorite podcaster and one of the first I Saw when I started to see podcast’s. You have a Big place in my heart. Wishing you all the best ❤
Dear Nicole, Thank you for bringing us up to date with your health. I am very grateful for the news. I wish you a speedy, safe and gentle recovery. I’m so glad you are still knitting and spinning when possible. As many of your KZhead friends have said, we will be here when you return.
Thank you for updating us. I have missed you so very much. I will be sending good thoughts & prayers for you. I am hoping you great things. I am so glad you can knit & spin. Hugs friend.
Dear Nicole! I wish you a lot of strength to recover and to feel well! I love you so much.. I was feeding my baby while watching your channel. Love love love, I wish you a total recover! Just wish you to know that I love you the way you are at the moment. You did so much for me personally and for a knitting community.
So nice to see your lovely face, thank you for taking the time to update all of us "strangers" who care about you. Sending complete and quick healing vibes your way!! 💚
Dear Nicole, thank you for your update. I was wondering what was going on with you. I´m sending you many blessings and a lot of healing energy. Hope to you soon!
Bless you, Nicole. I wish you a peace-filled recovery. I’m going to send off a prayer of Thanksgiving that you can still knit. You always were and still are an inspiration.
Hello Nicole - just sending a note of encouragement and good thoughts. I hope your recovery is going well - you are greatly missed in this space! Take care and continue to heal.