Instead of an introduction...
How do I start this post? I have no idea, but right now you are listening, or rather reading my thoughts as they come, without any modification. To be completely honest, somehow I don't feel it's appropriate to write this post today because the sad events in the country where I live have shaken me and I just think about it and all the families that have been affected in the most terrible way. That is a real tragedy. Flash floods hit the region and the city where my son studies, but he is fine and this afternoon he managed to get out of the city which was cut off until now. He is safe and so are we; me and my husband were not caught by this calamity in the city where we now live.
Despite the sad news I got myself to open the laptop and start writing this, as you can read. It is the first day of the month and I already skipped publishing the official topic for the Hive Collectors last month. It is clear that November can't stay without its own topic. Maybe not too interesting... we will see do you like my idea for the theme.
This is a small collection of tote bags that have one thing in common. Just look at the picture and you will see for yourself.
Let me show them better and present the official topic for November in the Hive Collectors community.
It happens that my ones are connected to HIVE and Hivers. The black one arrived from Hamburg, from a Hive meetup held this spring. My husband was the one who brought it to me.
The very famous red Hive bag is my favourite. It was also brought to me by my other half, from the HiveFest held in Amsterdam. I have used this tote bag countless times and took it with me when I made some important moves in my life. It witnessed many moments from my daily life too so the signs of use are already visible. I still love it but maybe it is time to start using the newest one...
... which is this white tote bag that came to me from the latest HiveFest in Split. It was also already shown to the world on my shoulders. These bags are so handy, I find them very useful for many stuff, especially for music scores.
Speaking about music... this one arrived as a gift from one very talented musician, @tdctunes. A pen and a T-shirt also came in the package! Thank you, Tim, for these goodies - we love them! 😇
This tote bag is still not used as we were in a mess with the moving so the TDC goodies were packed in one box. Unfortunately, I lost one tote bag that is connected to Hive during the move. Last year when we were in Krakow, attending HiveBeeCon I bought a bag in the salt mine. I used it for months, then one strap got loose. I stopped using it and packed it but now I can't find it in our new home. I still haven't unpacked all the boxes...I guess it will appear when I don't search for it anymore, as it usually happens.
I know that the next bag doesn't seem to have any connection to our platform... but it does have. I got it from one Italian Hiver when he visited us two or three years ago. How time flies... this tote bag was the most used one among all my bags and its colour already faded out a bit.
Well, this would be all for this collection... unless I add two little bags that were gifts from my students. They are not connected to Hive either, but they can maybe inspire you to participate in the monthly topic for the Hive Collectors potentially breaking the rules and bringing any bags you want to show here as a collection.
I love it when someone invites me to participate in something with confidence that I can break some rules.
A few days ago I talked about your initiatives in the Hispanic community and I still haven't passed by announcing this month's one, I hope that many will join in, today I'll take care of it.
I understand that it was hard for you to start writing this, it is very complex everything that is happening. There are still many things that I do not believe, but seeing people being united in the face of it gives me hope in spite of everything. I'm glad to read that all of you are well, hugs!
Yes, breaking rules is the rule lol 😂
Hispanic community? thank you then for mentioning these initiatives, I hope this one with the tote bags will be interesting for many people. There are already some interesting entries, and I know you also have Hive tote bags 😁
Hmm, yeah, as you say there are still unbelievable things, I just know that each time I saw or read something about it I felt very sad... Hugs to you too, we are all well and son went back but there are no lessons still
🤣🤣🤣 oh but i love ruleeees! 😜
Well, I say it generally, I mean several programs that are done in discord and sometimes we comment on initiatives there, I hope they join this one!
Hahaha you're right, I have a few and all are brand new, I hardly use anything I can lose hahaha but I love to have them there “Just in case”, I'll look for them to show off =D
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I am sorry about the sad news flash flood. Seems like it was very terrifying. we don't have TV since Covid-19. Little bit away from social media what they publish. But very glad to know you and your family are safe. God bless that people who are suffering.
Those bags are very special connections I make my tote bags at home using some recycled material,Few I have they are not special like as yours. Take care dear sorry for late reply. :)
We stopped watching the TV as well a few years ago but then for some movies or series, we do watch it. Now, we didn't know what was happening until our son wrote us a message, then we turned on the news and saw what was happening and that the situation was serious.
Making your own tote bags is great, and I am sure they are special in their way. Thank you @hindavi for stopping by, maybe you will also publish your tote bags ;))
Hola Mipiano!! A esta hora ya deben estar compartiendo con tu hijo después de esos días que debieron ser muy difíciles. Las imágenes son impactantes y desoladoras. Me alegra saberlos bien y desde aquí lleguen mis pensamientos cargados de apoyo para aquellos que perdieron tanto.
Gracias por traer una nueva iniciativa este mes. Un abrazo.
Sí, pasamos un día feliz juntos hoy, es una alegría tenerle cerca 😇 aunque el tema que siempre aparece es lo que pasó estos últimos días...
Gracias Mdrguez, espero ver tus tote bags este mes 😉
Hey that's a cool Hive related tote bag collection! Glad you guys liked the goodies I sent and that you have settled into your new place. But most importantly - I've been watching the news and I'm so glad you are all safe!
Thank you once again ;) now you know that the TDC goodies also moved with us 😉
Hello stranger! Great to see you back but so sad to hear about the flooding, it is so terrifying.
I remember the tote bag you got from the salt mine in Krakow, I'm sure it will turn up in one of the boxes. Let me see what I have at home, but the Hive ones will be similar by yours
Hello, hello :)
Yes, that one. I bought a bar of salty chocolate, that bag and a keychain. The chocolate disappeared of course a long time ago 😆
I am looking forward to seeing your bags; they can be any type of bags actually, but the Hive ones are always welcome :))
This is so sad, a lot of country really suffer from flashfloods. Even here in the Philippines in some city. I'm glad that you are all safe. As long as we are safe then, all good. It's not advisable to visit any social media now because videos about this calamities are all over social media 😥😥.
Anyways, you have a nice and cool collection of tote bag. This is the best replacement for a plastic bag during a shopping spree ✨
We stopped using plastic bags many years ago, still there is always a bunch of them around. Difficult to completely get rid of them
But that's already a big change. Unlike in our country. But yeah, we can't really avoid them. Especially they are good too during rainy seasons.
Good to hear from you and that all of you are well, may your son be safe after such a calamity, poor families who were victims 💔 my prayers for them and many blessed feathers for all those affected in Valencia.
We are also happy that the collections are back 😊
Little owl 🦉
Thank you for your blessed feathers, a terrible thing but solidarity is showing its power! <3
One missing month, or a bit more but the collections will hopefully be back. What kind of bags does Buhito use?
Your son is safe!!! Great news!!Live in Cuba is so crazy this datos due to the lack of electricity that I hardly see Televisión...but I got some news on TV AND seems incredible...2 sculptor from Valencia gave a marble workshop when I was at the university of art...I was worry about all my friends living I'm spain.
The bag collection looks beautiful...l love the one with the fish from Venezia
Venezia is so interesting. The parts of the fish represent the parts of the city :))
I hope the situation with electricity in Cuba will improve. And here...I don't want to open news as I know the number of victims constantly grows...still many missing people who probably got trapped in the cars and houses...
uff terrible situación
My goodness, I never watch news so have no idea what transpired ... so glad you and your loved ones are all safe {meanders off to check news links}
We don't watch the news either, but this was an emergency situation.
You have such a nice collection! I love the tote bags idea!
Thanks, I hope to see your witty collection of bags 😋
It is very painful the tragedy that Valencia is living, so many human losses 😒 I love Valencia, its kind people, it hurts me what they are going through, I pray they recover soon 🙏 I am very happy that your son has been well.
Your collection of bags is very nice, they all have a great emotional meaning. Best regards 💐🤗
Thank you for your prayers, they are needed 🙏
I hope you also have some bags to present here in this monthly theme :))
@mipiano Hello, my friend. I sympathize with you and all those affected, praying to God to give them strength at this time, so they can overcome the difficult situation they are going through, a hug of solidarity and blessings to your family.
I love the proposed theme of the month.
Thank you, @lanoican . And I am also glad you like the theme for this month :)
Está vez me cogió tarde para leer tu post,pero nunca es tarde. Buenas noticias esa de tener a tu hijo junto a tí. Se siente mucho lo ocurrido porque a nosotros a cada rato nos sacude la naturaleza y también necesitamos la solidaridad como la necesita ese pueblo español ahora. Muy bonitas tus bolsas y si son muy prácticas. Siempre tienes algo con un piano, muy bonita bolsa. Y la que está a su lado que como profesora es perfecta para tí. Feliz de tu regreso y cuídense mucho,siempre es bueno precaver. Solidarios siempre con tu pueblo de ❤️❤️❤️
Nunca es tarde, muchas gracias @mamani por comentar 😊
Sí, está con nosotros ahora, y es otra vez alerta roja en la Comunidad Valenciana por las tormentas y fuertes lluvias. Bueno, esperamos que pronto pasará.
Me gusta llevar este tipo de bolsas, son prácticas para mis partituras, botella de agua, monedero, teléfono móvil, llaves... todo cabe 😁
I am amazed that you and your other half have been to so many HiveFest's ... that is awesome. Hmmm, if I was still in Italy I could have caught a ferry to Split {thinks}... 'What chance HiveFest in Cape Town'?
And what about a possible HiveFest in Italy...? that would be a great excuse you can go back 😁
Good to se you back, been awhile. Strange weather patterns, people unprepared ( who can be for such a freak incident). Son is safe that is less stress for you.
Nice toite bags, never heard of them before
Yeah, it's been a while but I hope to get myself back somehow ;)
Weather: there were fails on the part of those who had to send a push sms immediately to all people in the region aboutthe danger, but also the experts for the matter had no idea about the seriousness of the storm, which turned out like 4 times stronger than it was thought. Yes, son is safe, we are on the road to pick him up from the place where he stayed last night. :)
What's new at your side? Any new cat around in the garden? 🤣
A complete failure by the govt. then, hopefully they will be held accountable for the needless losses.
Good to hear about son, yes damn cats, I have squirrels that pop into the garden and the damn felines think it is fun to stalk them. had to throw a shoe at them the other day as they had attacked one of my squirrel visitors.
Just a quiet time for me right now , unable to plan or go anywhere, just waiting on a date for a major surgical procedure. got to have a cochlear implant inserted and then months of rehab. learning to hear again, but not through my ears LOL. Ho hum, life goes on
I hope everything will go well with that surgery 🙏 Maybe you can learn not to hear some annoying neighbours or... 🐈 hahaha
Squirrels can be tricky too, cats know that so they protect you :D
Take care!
Thanks for that xx
But i am not convinced LOL
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I don't know if I have that many bags but I will look! The most important thing here is that everyone is well, all three of them, despite the tremendous tragedy that is happening.
It is unfortunate what has happened and that it could have been avoided.... my mother watches all the news and always keeps me informed if I don't have time. So we are both with you.
A big hug! I love the initiative!💗
Gracias!
Ya tengo miedo poner las noticias, me pongo enferma verlo. We are on the road to pick Mipiano junior up, y ya tengo lagrimas en mis ojos... que emoción saber verle y abrazarle pronto. And the bags, I am sure you will set up a collection of them 😀 (I need to go through the feed of the collectors community thisweekend, you had here a post with a collection 🤩)
Everything will be fine! That hug will be beautiful!
Yes, I brought my ring collection hahaha I love them!!! And soon I'll be back to the stones, don't forget the stones!!! They give peace and harmony.🤗
That is a cool collection I loved it! I don't have to many of those but I think they are great, I see the news from Valencia, very sad 😢 all images , the material and humans lost that I have seen, I hope you and your family being totally fine from it, and I also hope that very soon it will be the most beautiful city again , my heart is with the the people there 🙏
Thank you Señor Puma sin muchos tote bags. We are completely fine, yes, thank you and our son finally left Valencia this afternoon as some roads got cleared. We will pick him up tomorrow morning from a safe place where he is staying now and then he will stay with us until it gets better.
That's the best thing to do know 👌
What happened near Valencia is terrible😢
slSo many victims, and still no exact number...
In Novi Sad (the city you wrote that you love a lot), a terrible accident happened on Friday.
And in this time of sadness (which we are affected indirectly, me, like you), how to distance yourself a little?
Maybe by writing and publishing on Hive.
Thanks for the topic of the month. I hope non crypto and non Hive bags will be accepted? I have to turn out my wife's closet 🙂
I heard about the Novi Sad accident. My niece traveled that day with the train from Novi Sad but a few hours earlier. Terrible
Of course that any kind and themed bag will be accepted ;))
You saw my last two in this post. They are breaking the rules examples :D
Hmm. I have many! prefer to use them, instead of disposable plastic ones.
Your Venetian one looks superb! 👍
!PIZZA
Same here :)
So I have all those other cloth bags too that I use for groceries but they didn't make it into this post. They are noting special so I skipped them 😁
Thanks, amo Venezia is a loved one!
Thank you for bringing us news about your son, who was able to leave Valencia. We were worried about him here, although we already knew he was safe and helping the victims. Terrible situation. There are no words to express the sadness I felt when I saw those images.
A nice subject. You will find the cloth bag that was lost among the boxes.
Enjoy your new home! Great!
Thank you. He is coming home and will stay with us until the situation is better, but there are terrible damages all in all. The new home is getting its shape but there is still a lot of work to be done. As it always happens, I will find the missing bag when I don't search for it. That's probably an unwritten rule.
Those hive bags is a nice way to campaign hive though, am glad you guys are ok over there and no one gets hurt.
They are cool, I proudly carry my stuff in them ;))
Thank you 😊
I would need one myself though but it should be simple to recreate something like this from bag vendors though i will look into that
So sad to know that your place were affected with flash floods but thank God you and your family are safe.
Oh, those tote bags, different hive tote bags looks really cool.
Thank you @jenthoughts, yes, we are safe ;)
Hive tote bags like to walk with me :))
I love collecting bags too
Would be cool to see your collection is you decide to participate in this monthly theme ;)
I'll try to join. But most of my bags are gifts from my aunt
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First of all, I am very sorry for the terrible situation you are going through in Spain in the areas affected by the floods, I have been watching the news and my heart is wrinkled by how the Spanish government does not send help, I really do not understand it and it causes me anguish to think of all the people left to their fate, but on the other hand also on this side of the world we are impressed with how people have united and worked together to save and recover what they can of their homes; Good to know that you were not directly affected, but still, my sincere condolences for what you are going through, and I hope you are feeling a little better today.
Now the totes!, your collection of Hive tote bags impressed me, I really feel how special these items are, and I think the theme you suggested is very good; thanks for writing this even though you weren't feeling well, let's say it was a comfort post, and it was very nice 💐 💞