Black Lives Still Matter

As protests around the world keep going, it's time to seek out Black and Indigenous voices and listen. We aren't immune to these issues in Canada; Black and Indigenous Canadians are killed in police altercations at a staggeringly high rate. We remember them.

This pattern is by Stone Street Stitchworks. Quote is from Martin Luther King Jr, and it's true. Stitched over one on 28 count wheat lugana by Zweigart, with the called for flosses and a few additions.

Take time to reflect today. Stay safe and stay healthy.

- Cedie

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