A shipmate of mine took an interest in my paracord artwork, so I rigged his mug up much the same way I rope African djembe drums. Embellishing objects with decorative knotwork is a maritime tradition mostly practiced in the navy. I started doing it years ago with paracord because the stuff is so useful and comes in endless colors and patterns.
My shipmate is a gruff individual not known for his kindness, but I didn't let that stop me from spending a few days on his mug! People sometimes think that you shouldn't show kindness to someone who was never kind to you, but someone has to be the first to show a little love!
My shipmate is a gruff individual not known for his kindness, but I didn't let that stop me from spending a few days on his mug! People sometimes think that you shouldn't show kindness to someone who was never kind to you, but someone has to be the first to show a little love!
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- Posted by MadronaMan
- May 26, 2017
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vcosentino wrote: Beautiful work and inspiring story!
Susan wrote: This unexpected and thoughtful gift is likely to touch his heart for the rest of his life in ways you can't imagine. Just his knowing that someone cares/acknowledges him enough to do something special.
Susan wrote: This unexpected and thoughtful gift is likely to touch his heart for the rest of his life in ways you can't imagine. Just his knowing that someone cares/acknowledges him enough to do something special.
autumnsky38 wrote: So pretty! And I love that you made one for your gruff ol' friend. He sounds like my Dad. I think they need love most of all-even though they seem uncomfortable receiving it. 😊
alisamom wrote: Oh that's so beautiful, well done! I'd love to see the drums that you make as well! I personally think that gruff individuals need kindness more than anyone else, and also, a gruff exterior often hides a kind and loving heart 💜
Mish wrote: So pretty! You do great work 👠Sometimes those gruff folks are big teddy beats at heart :))
Lilijourney wrote: It is a gift to show kindness without any expectation of its return. Bravo on your work 😊
mindyjourney wrote: Love the mug btw! :))). those gruff ones are the ones who especially need that extra kindness :)). It looks difficult to do! Thank you.
Rajni wrote: Very nice art. Thanks for sharing.
leoladyc728 wrote: great job on that mug. My friend brought me back a Djembe drum for Gambia years ago.
