Once again, the day and the evening alike passed in a haze of nonstop work and errands. I had a few minutes left to devote to something. Starting work (or resuming work) on anything musical would only tempt me to stay up entirely too late – more so. Ah, but perhaps it’s time to put a few more prayerful stitches into the marotte?
Its collar is now sewn on, and I’ve begun on the handle. Next, I need to complete the handle, add eyes and eyebrows, and wait for the rest of the silk scarves I ordered to come for the finishing touch. And there is one further element I want to remember to add…but it is a secret, properly only for the maker of the marotte, its recipient, and those the recipient may see fit to share it with. Indeed, the recipient may not even discover it himself for a while. Subtle, hidden touches just transform worlds…
