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Crochet Saved My Life
Crochet saves lives. It saved mine.
In the worst throes of depression I found myself sobbing on the bathroom floor, the tip of a kitchen knife pointed into my wrist. I was aching to break the flesh and bring the pain to an end. Through sheer force of will, I pried my own desperate hands open and replaced the knife with a crochet hook. Then I crocheted to save my life.
In this book, you will get to know me through my story of depression and healing. And you will get to know other women as well. You will meet Aurore who crochets to stay in touch with reality as she deals with ongoing psychiatric hallucinations. You will meet Laurie who made a new life with crochet after years of a life filled with abuse. You will meet Tammy whose crochet helps her with the ups and downs of living with Chronic Lyme Disease. You will meet Liza who crochets through the anxiety of having temporary bouts of blindness caused by an undiagnosed health condition.
Here are some of the things you will hear them say:
"When I crochet I don't think about how my body is now broken; I think about how I can create something beautiful and useful with my hook and either yarn or thread." -Vicki
"When I'm anxious, I feel like a hollow hull. Crocheting helps fill up the void." - Aurore
"I couldn't pay for therapy, but a few balls of crochet thread cost less than $20 and provided me with many hours of crochet." - M.K.
"The feeling of the yarn and the rhythmic motions produced by crocheting are very quieting and help me regroup, recharge and become reconnected to my inner self amidst turmoil and confusion." - Aimee
"Crochet helps me put my pain on the back burner for a while. It takes my focus away from how I'm feeling and puts it in a more productive place". - Shelli
The two dozen women whose stories are shared in this book are the women who hook to heal. We are not alone. Studies shows that crocheters are numerous; research and anecdotal evidence show that people of all ages, from all walks of life, with all types of health conditions may find healing through their hooks and yarn. Join us on our journey.
In the worst throes of depression I found myself sobbing on the bathroom floor, the tip of a kitchen knife pointed into my wrist. I was aching to break the flesh and bring the pain to an end. Through sheer force of will, I pried my own desperate hands open and replaced the knife with a crochet hook. Then I crocheted to save my life.
In this book, you will get to know me through my story of depression and healing. And you will get to know other women as well. You will meet Aurore who crochets to stay in touch with reality as she deals with ongoing psychiatric hallucinations. You will meet Laurie who made a new life with crochet after years of a life filled with abuse. You will meet Tammy whose crochet helps her with the ups and downs of living with Chronic Lyme Disease. You will meet Liza who crochets through the anxiety of having temporary bouts of blindness caused by an undiagnosed health condition.
Here are some of the things you will hear them say:
"When I crochet I don't think about how my body is now broken; I think about how I can create something beautiful and useful with my hook and either yarn or thread." -Vicki
"When I'm anxious, I feel like a hollow hull. Crocheting helps fill up the void." - Aurore
"I couldn't pay for therapy, but a few balls of crochet thread cost less than $20 and provided me with many hours of crochet." - M.K.
"The feeling of the yarn and the rhythmic motions produced by crocheting are very quieting and help me regroup, recharge and become reconnected to my inner self amidst turmoil and confusion." - Aimee
"Crochet helps me put my pain on the back burner for a while. It takes my focus away from how I'm feeling and puts it in a more productive place". - Shelli
The two dozen women whose stories are shared in this book are the women who hook to heal. We are not alone. Studies shows that crocheters are numerous; research and anecdotal evidence show that people of all ages, from all walks of life, with all types of health conditions may find healing through their hooks and yarn. Join us on our journey.
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First published June 1, 2012
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October 28, 2012
Crochet Saved My Life was written by popular crochet blogger, Kathryn Vercillo of Crochet Concupiscence, and I remember reading about her book being released on a few other blogs that I read so that's how I found out about it. I was intrigued just by the title alone since I feel rather strongly about how crochet "saved" my life as well. I put saved in quotes because I wasn't anywhere near as depressed or suicidal as some of the women in this book were (everyone's story was different so not everyone felt that way, but some did), but I still felt pretty sh*tty and down in the dumps, crying out of nowhere and feeling like a total failure of a human being for not being able to find a job, and crochet helped give me something to look forward to each day and gave my self esteem a boost when I needed it most.
Kathryn interviews two dozen women, all of whom have used crochet to heal in one way or another... whether it was to help in dealing with an abusive relationship, to suffering through being unemployed, to dealing with the reality of going blind, to coping with hallucinations, all of their stories were truly inspiring. Katheryn herself, talks about her own battle with depression and how she came to discover that crocheting saved her life, quite literally. Also, in between her interviews with the women, Kathryn talks about all different sorts of conditions like anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, etc, to give you an understanding of what those who suffer from such conditions have to deal with.
The overall message the book gives, is that crochet (along with knitting and other needle crafts) does show to have some sort of mental benefit for the individual. The repetitive soothing movements, the thought process of creating something out of nothing, and the excitement and anticipation of starting a new project or finishing one, breaks the negative thought process that is so apparent in depressed individuals. I for one can see how this would be possible. It's hard to follow a crochet pattern and think of anything else. And if you do manage to think of something else, there's a pretty good chance you'll screw up your stitching, so you are in a way forced to focus on nothing but the yarn.
I would totally recommend this book to anyone, whether you are a crocheter, knitter, crafter, or know someone who is depressed or suffering from any of the conditions Kathryn discusses. It's worth checking out!
Kathryn interviews two dozen women, all of whom have used crochet to heal in one way or another... whether it was to help in dealing with an abusive relationship, to suffering through being unemployed, to dealing with the reality of going blind, to coping with hallucinations, all of their stories were truly inspiring. Katheryn herself, talks about her own battle with depression and how she came to discover that crocheting saved her life, quite literally. Also, in between her interviews with the women, Kathryn talks about all different sorts of conditions like anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, etc, to give you an understanding of what those who suffer from such conditions have to deal with.
The overall message the book gives, is that crochet (along with knitting and other needle crafts) does show to have some sort of mental benefit for the individual. The repetitive soothing movements, the thought process of creating something out of nothing, and the excitement and anticipation of starting a new project or finishing one, breaks the negative thought process that is so apparent in depressed individuals. I for one can see how this would be possible. It's hard to follow a crochet pattern and think of anything else. And if you do manage to think of something else, there's a pretty good chance you'll screw up your stitching, so you are in a way forced to focus on nothing but the yarn.
I would totally recommend this book to anyone, whether you are a crocheter, knitter, crafter, or know someone who is depressed or suffering from any of the conditions Kathryn discusses. It's worth checking out!
January 30, 2013
What an important book this is! It is a combination of a layman's encyclopedia for mental and health problems, a wonderful collection of women' stories of how they have dealt with these problems, and well-documented research of how crochet can help with these health issues. The first and largest section is about depression and includes the author's own powerful story of her depression, how it affected her life, and how she overcame it. I found several things I could relate to and some important insights of my own life. In fact, there were several sections discussing health issues, like OCD, that I learned from. For instance, I wouldn't say I'm "OCD", but there have certainly been instances and times in my life when some form of it would show up. The encouraging part is that the author shows how crochet (or other crafts) can help in each of these instances.
There are some minor issues with the author's writing that I have. Although I enjoy her easy-to-read, casual style, there are some sections, notably the one on depression, where she keeps qualifying her statements. She says first thing in the book that she isn't a professional, so to keep undermining her own opinion is unnecessary and annoying. Also she gets a bit repetitive, such as reminding us that any research referring to crafts also means crochet. Nonetheless, there are many sections and stories that are pure gold. And what better endorsement for a book that to have it change your own life? My 82-year-old mother is starting to show signs of dementia and depression from being isolated in her house. After reading the sections on depression and dementia in the book, I went online and found a knitting and crocheting club (she use to crochet many years ago) that meets weekly and is only a couple of miles from her house! So for my weekly visit this week we are going yarn shopping and looking for some beginner patterns for baby blankets, etc., and next week I will go with her to the Knit Wits club to get her started on what will hopefully be a new chapter in her life.
Thank you, Kathryn Vercillo, for writing such a pertinent book for women today!
There are some minor issues with the author's writing that I have. Although I enjoy her easy-to-read, casual style, there are some sections, notably the one on depression, where she keeps qualifying her statements. She says first thing in the book that she isn't a professional, so to keep undermining her own opinion is unnecessary and annoying. Also she gets a bit repetitive, such as reminding us that any research referring to crafts also means crochet. Nonetheless, there are many sections and stories that are pure gold. And what better endorsement for a book that to have it change your own life? My 82-year-old mother is starting to show signs of dementia and depression from being isolated in her house. After reading the sections on depression and dementia in the book, I went online and found a knitting and crocheting club (she use to crochet many years ago) that meets weekly and is only a couple of miles from her house! So for my weekly visit this week we are going yarn shopping and looking for some beginner patterns for baby blankets, etc., and next week I will go with her to the Knit Wits club to get her started on what will hopefully be a new chapter in her life.
Thank you, Kathryn Vercillo, for writing such a pertinent book for women today!
January 13, 2013
My first impression of this book – Wow, this is long!
Now, that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Sometime books must be long to achieve its goal. I feel like this one could have been condensed though. There were times where I felt that what I was reading was a bit redundant.
That being said, it was a very interesting book. I was wondering how a book completely about crochet could be interesting all the way through, but it was.
Kathryn explores many different mental and physical ailments that can be helped by the use of crochet. I didn’t know something so simple could help many symptoms of these complicated disorders. It was interesting to read each different section.
She gives a brief description of each disorder and then explains how the use of crochet helps different symptoms. She shares her own persona stories as well as stories of other individuals. I think this is what keeps the book interesting and not feeling like a text book.
Anyone who needs a new hobby, something to help a disorder you are suffering from, or if you already enjoy crochet, I would say you should pick this up and at least read the sections that pertain to you. Or you can just read it the whole way through.
3.5/5 stars. A bit redundant at times, and long – but, overall, it was very interesting.
Now, that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Sometime books must be long to achieve its goal. I feel like this one could have been condensed though. There were times where I felt that what I was reading was a bit redundant.
That being said, it was a very interesting book. I was wondering how a book completely about crochet could be interesting all the way through, but it was.
Kathryn explores many different mental and physical ailments that can be helped by the use of crochet. I didn’t know something so simple could help many symptoms of these complicated disorders. It was interesting to read each different section.
She gives a brief description of each disorder and then explains how the use of crochet helps different symptoms. She shares her own persona stories as well as stories of other individuals. I think this is what keeps the book interesting and not feeling like a text book.
Anyone who needs a new hobby, something to help a disorder you are suffering from, or if you already enjoy crochet, I would say you should pick this up and at least read the sections that pertain to you. Or you can just read it the whole way through.
3.5/5 stars. A bit redundant at times, and long – but, overall, it was very interesting.
February 24, 2020
As a sufferer of depression, anxiety and PTSD I was really looking forward to reading this book. It has been on my "to read" list for more than 5 years.
I really enjoyed the personal stories in the book. However, I wasn't a fan of the textbook format that the rest of the book has.
There is a lot of great information on how crochet can help someone mentally and physically, and I can attest to these benefits first-hand.
I really enjoyed the personal stories in the book. However, I wasn't a fan of the textbook format that the rest of the book has.
There is a lot of great information on how crochet can help someone mentally and physically, and I can attest to these benefits first-hand.
June 13, 2018
Informative
The synopses at the beginning of the sections give away too much. I think if the author just dove into the sections and individual stories I would have liked this book more and finished sooner. Lots of good info, though. Too verbose in sections.
The synopses at the beginning of the sections give away too much. I think if the author just dove into the sections and individual stories I would have liked this book more and finished sooner. Lots of good info, though. Too verbose in sections.
September 13, 2013
At the start of this year, or even maybe at the end of last year, I was contacted to see if I wanted a review copy of the book Crochet Saved My Life by Kathryn Vercillo. Yes, I am a terrible blogger, because only almost a year later I am ready to tell you all about this book. I still struggle with reading, especially non-fiction, so this book was difficult for me to get through {not because of the writing though, merely because of my brain}, but I figured, better late than never? And also, this book touched me in such a good way.
I'm sure for those of you who know me, you'll know why I jumped at a chance to get my hands on Crochet Saved My Life. Granted, I mostly knit, but in my world, knitting and crochet are cousins - different and yet related and both wonderful. I've written before about how knitting has been a grounding force in my life and something that helps me get through the tough times (here and here). On some days knitting feels like my lifeline. This book made me feel not alone in that.
Crochet Saved My Life explores how crochet can help people through tough times - mentally, emotionally, and physically. However, it does not say that crochet is the end all, be all. The book revolves around people's stories with some studies and facts thrown in. Vercillo recommends crochet (or knitting, or whatever is your thing) during hard times, not as a cure - but as something that can help you along with any treatments or medicines your doctors are giving you.
crochet project in progress Reading other people's stories is what resonated with me. Knowing I am not alone in how I feel about working with yarn is wonderful. I read so many of the stories nodding my head in agreement or just thinking to myself yep, I so understand that! I would have liked to round up all the women who shared their stories int his book and have dinner with them all. I think I would have walked away feeling like I found some kindred spirits.
As a bonus, in addition to connecting me to these wonderful personal stories, the back of the book has some mindfulness exercises for crocheters. It also includes some finger/wrist stretches. I've used both and found them very helpful, especially when I'm feeling extra stressed or anxious.
Overall, I just really loved this book so very much. It resonated so much with me and made me feel less strange for relying on my knitting in hard times. I think, even though the focus is on crochet, anyone who works with this their hands (knitting, hand sewing, etc) will feel a connection to this book, to the stories, to the people in it. I highly recommend this book and encourage you to read it. I do have a warning though ... as you read it, it will make you want to pick up your yarn and hook and start to crochet!
I'll leave you with a few of my favorite quotations from the book. Parts that stood out extra to me, that I felt like I could have said myself!
"...part [of why it's relaxing] is thinking about who will receive the end product. It's difficult to be worried when you're thinking about how someone else is going to enjoy your handmade item" ~ Martha Stone
"When I crochet I don't think about how my body is now broken; I think about how I can create something beautiful and useful with my hook and either yarn or threat." ~Vicki Sulfaro
"The colors and feel of the yarn made me feel like I was home and that I fit once again and the pleasant click of my favorite red, aluminum hook against my wedding ring as I hook the yarn that weaves through my fingers is audible, tactile and grounding. There is no room for worry, for grieving, for regret, for analyzing when I focus on one stitch at a time. The process of healing take precedence." ~ Nessa
from my blog here http://journeyof1000stitches.blogspot...
I'm sure for those of you who know me, you'll know why I jumped at a chance to get my hands on Crochet Saved My Life. Granted, I mostly knit, but in my world, knitting and crochet are cousins - different and yet related and both wonderful. I've written before about how knitting has been a grounding force in my life and something that helps me get through the tough times (here and here). On some days knitting feels like my lifeline. This book made me feel not alone in that.
Crochet Saved My Life explores how crochet can help people through tough times - mentally, emotionally, and physically. However, it does not say that crochet is the end all, be all. The book revolves around people's stories with some studies and facts thrown in. Vercillo recommends crochet (or knitting, or whatever is your thing) during hard times, not as a cure - but as something that can help you along with any treatments or medicines your doctors are giving you.
crochet project in progress Reading other people's stories is what resonated with me. Knowing I am not alone in how I feel about working with yarn is wonderful. I read so many of the stories nodding my head in agreement or just thinking to myself yep, I so understand that! I would have liked to round up all the women who shared their stories int his book and have dinner with them all. I think I would have walked away feeling like I found some kindred spirits.
As a bonus, in addition to connecting me to these wonderful personal stories, the back of the book has some mindfulness exercises for crocheters. It also includes some finger/wrist stretches. I've used both and found them very helpful, especially when I'm feeling extra stressed or anxious.
Overall, I just really loved this book so very much. It resonated so much with me and made me feel less strange for relying on my knitting in hard times. I think, even though the focus is on crochet, anyone who works with this their hands (knitting, hand sewing, etc) will feel a connection to this book, to the stories, to the people in it. I highly recommend this book and encourage you to read it. I do have a warning though ... as you read it, it will make you want to pick up your yarn and hook and start to crochet!
I'll leave you with a few of my favorite quotations from the book. Parts that stood out extra to me, that I felt like I could have said myself!
"...part [of why it's relaxing] is thinking about who will receive the end product. It's difficult to be worried when you're thinking about how someone else is going to enjoy your handmade item" ~ Martha Stone
"When I crochet I don't think about how my body is now broken; I think about how I can create something beautiful and useful with my hook and either yarn or threat." ~Vicki Sulfaro
"The colors and feel of the yarn made me feel like I was home and that I fit once again and the pleasant click of my favorite red, aluminum hook against my wedding ring as I hook the yarn that weaves through my fingers is audible, tactile and grounding. There is no room for worry, for grieving, for regret, for analyzing when I focus on one stitch at a time. The process of healing take precedence." ~ Nessa
from my blog here http://journeyof1000stitches.blogspot...
March 12, 2013
If you’ve ever turned to your hooks and yarn when times were hard, you will probably see yourself in Crochet Saved My Life: The Mental and Physical Health Benefits of Crochet. Kathryn Vercillo, the blogger behind Crochet Concupiscence, has written and self-published this compelling non-fiction book which tells the stories of 24 crocheters (including herself) who attest to the healing power of crochet.
Kathryn’s personal experience using crochet as part of a comprehensive plan to manage her depression sparked her interest in researching the mental, physical, and social benefits of crochet. The book takes a journalistic approach to exploring research into the potential for using crochet as part of a treatment plan for several physical and mental health conditions (depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, addiction, post traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, bipopular disorder, Alzheimer’s and other age related memory conditions, and stress). Kathryn also explores the use of crochet as part of pain management and occupational therapy regimens.
Each chapter includes a clearly written overview of research as well as existing programs using crochet (or other needlecrafts) to treat these conditions. Kathryn’s writing style is accessible and casual, but she has clearly done her homework and documents her sources. She also peppers the anecdotal experiences of the many crocheters she interviewed for the book throughout the relevant chapters, so you can learn about how crochet helped them manage their health.
The book includes appendices with mindfulness activities, hand stretches, and other exercises for crocheters. Kathryn also shares the complete story of each crafter she interviewed in “Meet the Crafters” profiles. Crocheters who are active online will recognize many of Kathryn’s interview subjects, who include bloggers, Etsy sellers, and designers. The profiles provide a personal touch and a window into the many ways that crocheting, creativity, and a community of crafters can support healing during difficult times.
Although the book is self-published, it is well written and thoroughly edited. Other than the unconventional font (which is highly readable), there is little to distinguish it from a book produced by a major publishing house. Before picking up the book, I feared it would be depressing, but it is actually quite uplifting and inspiring. Through the profiles of these creative women, the reader gets to experience the healing powers of crochet.
Fans of Kathryn’s blog will recognize her conversational tone and enjoy the opportunity to learn more about other active members of the online crochet community. This book would also make a delightful gift for anyone in a helping profession or caregivers, since there are some great suggestions for using crochet specifically, and needlecrafts, in general to support healing.
Kathryn recently reduced the price of the Kindle edition to make it more accessible to her readers. It is also available from the Kindle Lending Library for Amazon Prime members.
Kathryn’s personal experience using crochet as part of a comprehensive plan to manage her depression sparked her interest in researching the mental, physical, and social benefits of crochet. The book takes a journalistic approach to exploring research into the potential for using crochet as part of a treatment plan for several physical and mental health conditions (depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, addiction, post traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, bipopular disorder, Alzheimer’s and other age related memory conditions, and stress). Kathryn also explores the use of crochet as part of pain management and occupational therapy regimens.
Each chapter includes a clearly written overview of research as well as existing programs using crochet (or other needlecrafts) to treat these conditions. Kathryn’s writing style is accessible and casual, but she has clearly done her homework and documents her sources. She also peppers the anecdotal experiences of the many crocheters she interviewed for the book throughout the relevant chapters, so you can learn about how crochet helped them manage their health.
The book includes appendices with mindfulness activities, hand stretches, and other exercises for crocheters. Kathryn also shares the complete story of each crafter she interviewed in “Meet the Crafters” profiles. Crocheters who are active online will recognize many of Kathryn’s interview subjects, who include bloggers, Etsy sellers, and designers. The profiles provide a personal touch and a window into the many ways that crocheting, creativity, and a community of crafters can support healing during difficult times.
Although the book is self-published, it is well written and thoroughly edited. Other than the unconventional font (which is highly readable), there is little to distinguish it from a book produced by a major publishing house. Before picking up the book, I feared it would be depressing, but it is actually quite uplifting and inspiring. Through the profiles of these creative women, the reader gets to experience the healing powers of crochet.
Fans of Kathryn’s blog will recognize her conversational tone and enjoy the opportunity to learn more about other active members of the online crochet community. This book would also make a delightful gift for anyone in a helping profession or caregivers, since there are some great suggestions for using crochet specifically, and needlecrafts, in general to support healing.
Kathryn recently reduced the price of the Kindle edition to make it more accessible to her readers. It is also available from the Kindle Lending Library for Amazon Prime members.
July 23, 2016
As mentioned in a note the first time I tried to read this book, the main potion of this book was a scholarly look at different ways crochet can help in the treatment of various medical issues (primarily focusing on mental health issues). If I had know that this, instead of the stories of crocheters who used crochet to help them heal (or in Kathryn Vercillo's case, save her life) was the main focus of the book, I probably would have passed it by.
Not to say that the research done and conclusions drawn weren't fascinating in and of themselves. They were! However, I read to connect: either with the characters (such as in fiction or biography), or with the subject matter. I didn't feel that connection in this work.
2.5 stars
Not to say that the research done and conclusions drawn weren't fascinating in and of themselves. They were! However, I read to connect: either with the characters (such as in fiction or biography), or with the subject matter. I didn't feel that connection in this work.
2.5 stars
November 20, 2013
This book is a wonderful example of how crochet can help any number of physical and mental health disorders and even offers some mindfulness exercises to try. It is exceptionally informative and has not only helped me to discover problems that I have, but has also helped me to identify the reason for my husband's diabetes. I now preach crochet to anyone who will listen and when anyone complains of a problem, I immediately list the ways in which crochet can help that problem and offer to teach them how.
April 12, 2013
Very heavy topic. Author does a nice job of discussing different mental health issues where crafts specifically crochet help with symptoms and treatment. Lots of information and extensive book list at the end. I started reading the book because I thought it would be a lighthearted look at crocheting and crafting. Very serious subjects covered. I am not one to not finish a book so I saw it through.
read on the kindle
read on the kindle
November 12, 2016
I consider this an inspirational book about the healing powers of crochet. They may overstate the case but crochet is a great source of stress relief and this books gives scientific research that proves why that is the case. I'm not sure it can convert someone who isn't inclined to try it out, but it is reassuring to us who love our hobby.
September 3, 2015
Crafty life
Agree with the premise but the book became repetitive. I have used crafting as a stress reliever and as a mind cleaner when my mind becomes clutter. All of this was told in the first few pages of the book. I think this book is more suited for those who haven't quite figured out that your crafty life can be a lifeline.
Agree with the premise but the book became repetitive. I have used crafting as a stress reliever and as a mind cleaner when my mind becomes clutter. All of this was told in the first few pages of the book. I think this book is more suited for those who haven't quite figured out that your crafty life can be a lifeline.
January 7, 2016
I listened to this kindle book while I was knitting - Yes, I wasn't crocheting, but she did refer to both knitting & crocheting as being beneficial mentally & physically throughout the book. There were many facts and stories of real people who have benefitted by these hobbies. I would recommend this book to anyone. It was very relaxing to listen and knit to.
August 6, 2015
Many thanks to Kathryn for sharing her story as well as several others who struggle with a variety of physical and mental health issues.
Crochet is certainly the answer for me!
You can read my story in Kathryn's article in the Summer 2015 issue of Interweave Crochet.
Crochet is certainly the answer for me!
You can read my story in Kathryn's article in the Summer 2015 issue of Interweave Crochet.
August 26, 2015
Insightful reading
Insightful reading for anyone who crochet, knits or does handiwork. Multiple interviews about how crochet was the main factor in turning these women's life around.
Insightful reading for anyone who crochet, knits or does handiwork. Multiple interviews about how crochet was the main factor in turning these women's life around.
November 7, 2012
Very well written book. It covered lots of topics that I didn't expect but I was happy that they were included. I'm about to read parts of the book again.
March 21, 2014
I found this book very hard to get into , depression is a heavy subject . I couldn't finish it in the end.
February 25, 2013
Good book-- yes I agree with the idea of crochet/ knitting being therapeutic ....but I could only read so many of the true stories of depression before I had to say stop!!! I can't take it any more!!
November 3, 2015
I wanted to like this memoir more than I did.
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July 28, 2017I really liked this book and will probably read it, or portions of it, several more times.
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