It's been hard lately. Too many things out of my control happening at once to people important to me. People who I love dearly are hurting and I really need a magic wand to make it all better.
I've found myself slacking again which also happened back a year ago when other crappy stuff started happening. I have to kick out of that mindset before I go back into lump mode. Too much clutter and 8lbs of stress weight ended up resulting from that. Minor things in the grand scheme of the world but I don't need/want to deal with that again.
I've been thinking of tattoos lately again. While I don't have any I have always found them intriguing. I've caught up on most of the latest season of LA Ink as well which is fueling it. For years I had no idea what to get and thought it best to wait. If I had gotten one at 18, I'd have the Nirvana smiley face somewhere, probably on my back. I'm leaning more so to something star/dragonfly/swirled design. I have a concept in my head that I will end up drawing one of these days. I figure if I draw it and frame it somewhere - even if it's just a tiny frame somewhere in my space then I can see if I hate it after awhile or if I want to change it, keep it, and then just go.
I have 90s grunge on LastFM today. I need it and it's making me feel better. I am a firm believer that it helps, good music that is. Esp if it is female based, then you have to feel just a bit bad arse rocking out to it. If only Doc Martins came in my size back then.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Honey Oat Quick Bread: How baking didn't end up as burning
I totally lucked out finding this recipe. It turned out, tasted good, and most importantly did not end up with a crazy burnt shell as was the case with the apple cake. (That I am blaming on the sugar content in the ingredients."
I am continuing my goal of learning/cooking more. While I can techinically feed myself with what I cook it's not always "pretty." Mixmosh in a skillet/pan including some sort of pasta/grain/bean works just fine for me but it's not something I would serve for a dinner party... if we actually had one. I find myself going back again and again to the Eating Well website which is good since it is healthy stuff. Most stuff you can add way too much frosting or cheese to it as well if I was to - de-healthify it. (OK that is not a word but I'm leaving it.) I've found a few other sites that look interesting as well and plan to try some from there as well.
I need to stop looking at fabric online esp since the sewing machine still isn't out of the box. It will be once we attack the upstairs room. I so want to get rid of that stupid rug in there since it never stays clean and smells funky. (Cleaning it and waiting an hour after it dries = funk is back...ugh.) I have some great ideas for some embroidered bags though once I get up and running with it. I figure if the seams aren't perfectly straight and there are pretty designs stitched into it, it balances it out.
I am continuing my goal of learning/cooking more. While I can techinically feed myself with what I cook it's not always "pretty." Mixmosh in a skillet/pan including some sort of pasta/grain/bean works just fine for me but it's not something I would serve for a dinner party... if we actually had one. I find myself going back again and again to the Eating Well website which is good since it is healthy stuff. Most stuff you can add way too much frosting or cheese to it as well if I was to - de-healthify it. (OK that is not a word but I'm leaving it.) I've found a few other sites that look interesting as well and plan to try some from there as well.
I need to stop looking at fabric online esp since the sewing machine still isn't out of the box. It will be once we attack the upstairs room. I so want to get rid of that stupid rug in there since it never stays clean and smells funky. (Cleaning it and waiting an hour after it dries = funk is back...ugh.) I have some great ideas for some embroidered bags though once I get up and running with it. I figure if the seams aren't perfectly straight and there are pretty designs stitched into it, it balances it out.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Might mini
Our "niece" came to visit today. While she is technically not related by blood, our friend MR has dubbed the various friends Aunt Whomever and Uncle Whosit. I don't mind at all.
Now that So is walking it is an entirely new ball game. Before it was sweep/clean the floor since she was crawling. Now it is the same though figure what a little person a little over two feet tall can reach and pull down on her head.
What's this? What's that? Random baby babble that sounds like two or three words combined. Kitty. TEEEHHH. Dobgy. Dooooggy. I love watching her explore since the most random things catch her attention. She keeps going to my Popples magnet but sorry m'dear that is waaaaaay older than you and you're not getting that. I'll spoil you some other way.
Now that So is walking it is an entirely new ball game. Before it was sweep/clean the floor since she was crawling. Now it is the same though figure what a little person a little over two feet tall can reach and pull down on her head.
What's this? What's that? Random baby babble that sounds like two or three words combined. Kitty. TEEEHHH. Dobgy. Dooooggy. I love watching her explore since the most random things catch her attention. She keeps going to my Popples magnet but sorry m'dear that is waaaaaay older than you and you're not getting that. I'll spoil you some other way.
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
Automatically three cookies
As a kid, the allowed amount of cookies was three. I don't know when, why or how it started but that became the norm. Tonight as I made my lunch, I found myself thinking three cookies. Being Girl Scout thin mints, that is a good thing since I could easily eat a package in one sitting. The stomach ache that follows always is worth it.
I went to my favorite LYS today. I hadn't been there in ages to actually buy yarn. With P laid off for so long it didn't seem right to spend extras on extras we really didn't need. Today I felt like a kid in a candy store and brought home a gorgeous orange/red multi skein and two knitting books. I am content, for now, but it felt good. Now I just need to work on modifying the idea I have for a thin, almost capelet/shawlette. I want something basic but not just ribbed or a garter stitch. Nonetheless I'm in a good mood because of it.
I went to my favorite LYS today. I hadn't been there in ages to actually buy yarn. With P laid off for so long it didn't seem right to spend extras on extras we really didn't need. Today I felt like a kid in a candy store and brought home a gorgeous orange/red multi skein and two knitting books. I am content, for now, but it felt good. Now I just need to work on modifying the idea I have for a thin, almost capelet/shawlette. I want something basic but not just ribbed or a garter stitch. Nonetheless I'm in a good mood because of it.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Horray for a $30 grocery bill
I am now seeing how our still brand new Costo membership will turn out to be a great thing for our household. The larger bulk shopping style store I'd always thought of was Sam's Club. I used to always equate that with jars of mayo or pickles that were as big as my head. True, I recall this size comparison while being a kid at A's house but it was still large jar.
I did a quick run to FMarket and Jewel (finding one thing and using the self checkout at Jewel almost taking the same time as spent in FMarket. Total spent at both places though was about $30. It was oh how about...nope at home already. While I did look at the pineapple Chobani, I managed to get away, reminding myself that there was already Greek yogurt of the same brand at home.
I thought I had escaped the masses of craziness and probably would have if I hadn't gone to Jewel. More times than not, I hate grocery shopping. It is like the cart becomes some sort of awkward appendage for some people while others let is amble alongside them only to be freed to roam at odd interval. Forward people! FORWARD! While I know at times all the stuff is a bit overwhelming, esp when dealing with wacky people and their metallic doom buggies, but is it really that mesmerizing to look at cereal? It is all overpriced, pick one!
This weekend I started using Giantsilverpurse which is slightly bigger than I expected when buying it. I could probably easily fit one of the Harry Potter books in it and still have room. I almost Harry Pottered Frankie though when he was about to take a chomp on it. I think my other purse lasted if I week before he sunk his teeth in it. I don't know what it is about him and purses. Perhaps the slight squish of the fake leather feels good on his teeth.
With it being almost 9pm on a Sunday night, I am still wanting to finish up some stuff but know that won't happen. If COULD but then sleeping would be pushed back and that's never fun. P is working a double today so I foresee catching up on Gray's Anatomy being #1.
I did a quick run to FMarket and Jewel (finding one thing and using the self checkout at Jewel almost taking the same time as spent in FMarket. Total spent at both places though was about $30. It was oh how about...nope at home already. While I did look at the pineapple Chobani, I managed to get away, reminding myself that there was already Greek yogurt of the same brand at home.
I thought I had escaped the masses of craziness and probably would have if I hadn't gone to Jewel. More times than not, I hate grocery shopping. It is like the cart becomes some sort of awkward appendage for some people while others let is amble alongside them only to be freed to roam at odd interval. Forward people! FORWARD! While I know at times all the stuff is a bit overwhelming, esp when dealing with wacky people and their metallic doom buggies, but is it really that mesmerizing to look at cereal? It is all overpriced, pick one!
This weekend I started using Giantsilverpurse which is slightly bigger than I expected when buying it. I could probably easily fit one of the Harry Potter books in it and still have room. I almost Harry Pottered Frankie though when he was about to take a chomp on it. I think my other purse lasted if I week before he sunk his teeth in it. I don't know what it is about him and purses. Perhaps the slight squish of the fake leather feels good on his teeth.
With it being almost 9pm on a Sunday night, I am still wanting to finish up some stuff but know that won't happen. If COULD but then sleeping would be pushed back and that's never fun. P is working a double today so I foresee catching up on Gray's Anatomy being #1.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Opening the windows and letting out the dust
I have a blog, that's right. Hmmmm. I had forgotten for awhile as well as thought I would partake in the land of health/food/exercise blogging. Um, nope. No deal. I'll stick to reading them to be inspired. It'll kick in eventually.
Now being the spouse of a finally employed (after being laid off almost a year ago) guy, we get to travel since he works in the travel industry. DISCOUNT! I am still not totally getting it since traveling before meant looking up stuff, comparing prices, comparing prices dependent on days, etc. Now it's "Hey let's go to [insert place here.]" I know it will become second nature eventually and while we will be able to travel for less, I'll still budget. While it is possible, you don't only want to survive off of Naked juice and Kashi Crunchy bars.
A group of us went to Hollywood Blvd - aka the best theater - to see Back to the Future last night. It was the 25th anniversary with appearances by Christopher Llyod, Lea Thompson, Claudia Wells and James Tolkan. We ended up not getting autographs since they were $20 each and we hadn't anticipated a cost. I had never went anywhere for autographs but I guess them not free is standard and $20 isn't bad. Oh well. We were still a good 20 feet from them so that was cool. The best part of the event was that 100% of admissions went to The Michael J. Fox Foundation. Seeing a great movie on the big screen was great but being able to help others while doing so, was even greater.
Tonight is L's 30th birthday party but for the most part my day is an exciting mix of catching up on television, laundry, and straightening up a bit. I need to find a new book as well since Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters didn't hold my interest and was returned. I did skim through to the end hoping it would make me start up with it again but alas it didn't. I'll still give Pride and Prejudice and Zombies a chance. I like that original story better.
Now being the spouse of a finally employed (after being laid off almost a year ago) guy, we get to travel since he works in the travel industry. DISCOUNT! I am still not totally getting it since traveling before meant looking up stuff, comparing prices, comparing prices dependent on days, etc. Now it's "Hey let's go to [insert place here.]" I know it will become second nature eventually and while we will be able to travel for less, I'll still budget. While it is possible, you don't only want to survive off of Naked juice and Kashi Crunchy bars.
A group of us went to Hollywood Blvd - aka the best theater - to see Back to the Future last night. It was the 25th anniversary with appearances by Christopher Llyod, Lea Thompson, Claudia Wells and James Tolkan. We ended up not getting autographs since they were $20 each and we hadn't anticipated a cost. I had never went anywhere for autographs but I guess them not free is standard and $20 isn't bad. Oh well. We were still a good 20 feet from them so that was cool. The best part of the event was that 100% of admissions went to The Michael J. Fox Foundation. Seeing a great movie on the big screen was great but being able to help others while doing so, was even greater.
Tonight is L's 30th birthday party but for the most part my day is an exciting mix of catching up on television, laundry, and straightening up a bit. I need to find a new book as well since Sense and Sensibility and Sea Monsters didn't hold my interest and was returned. I did skim through to the end hoping it would make me start up with it again but alas it didn't. I'll still give Pride and Prejudice and Zombies a chance. I like that original story better.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Smaller than the Super Saver skein.
I am not a person, I am a cat bed.
We have had Bond, the new kitten, for just over a week now. He has gone from fraidey cat in extreme to galloping blur of black and white followed or following a galloping blur of orange and white. You never realize just how much noise two cats - well one in mini - can make running amuck on hardwood floors. I don't mind it for the most part - when they are not knocking mail off the coffee table.
Bond is currently sleeping in the crook of my left arm and Frankie is asleep at my feet. Now when I try to get off the couch to actually go to bed, I forsee two meow buckets - one wanting his nightly treat and the other deciding it is time to play. If not it seems like 3 or 4 am is the best time.
I am on the last skein of the Lambchop song WIP. It seems like I just started to finish up the last skein but I'm still going. I have the two Irish scarves in the works as well. Those are fine as long as I don't forget where I am count wise.
I am continuing my love of Trader Joe's. We did a TJ run on Friday and picked up one of their cold bags as well. The plan is to have a hot/cold bag + several regular "green" bags in both the car and the truck so we don't forget. It is something we plan to do but not always remember so I think it is a good idea.
Another good idea - found from the SP group - is a wall of rubbermaid tubs with my yarn. Realistically, I won't have a wall. Having a hubby happy to not be attacked by randomly stashed skeins or kitty playland of yarn makes it all worth while. It will also help w the current bags now liking to let random stuff fall out. Today I opened the closet, took out my knitting bag, and my feet were greated by pink/yellow combo crochet thread. Ooops.
We have had Bond, the new kitten, for just over a week now. He has gone from fraidey cat in extreme to galloping blur of black and white followed or following a galloping blur of orange and white. You never realize just how much noise two cats - well one in mini - can make running amuck on hardwood floors. I don't mind it for the most part - when they are not knocking mail off the coffee table.
Bond is currently sleeping in the crook of my left arm and Frankie is asleep at my feet. Now when I try to get off the couch to actually go to bed, I forsee two meow buckets - one wanting his nightly treat and the other deciding it is time to play. If not it seems like 3 or 4 am is the best time.
I am on the last skein of the Lambchop song WIP. It seems like I just started to finish up the last skein but I'm still going. I have the two Irish scarves in the works as well. Those are fine as long as I don't forget where I am count wise.
I am continuing my love of Trader Joe's. We did a TJ run on Friday and picked up one of their cold bags as well. The plan is to have a hot/cold bag + several regular "green" bags in both the car and the truck so we don't forget. It is something we plan to do but not always remember so I think it is a good idea.
Another good idea - found from the SP group - is a wall of rubbermaid tubs with my yarn. Realistically, I won't have a wall. Having a hubby happy to not be attacked by randomly stashed skeins or kitty playland of yarn makes it all worth while. It will also help w the current bags now liking to let random stuff fall out. Today I opened the closet, took out my knitting bag, and my feet were greated by pink/yellow combo crochet thread. Ooops.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Harry Potter & babysitting
Not at the same time of course!
My MIL and I went to see Harry Potter: The Exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry yesterday. The exhibit was amazing and it took us a little over an hour to go through it. We both are readers at museums to every plaque, plate, and posting was read. I loved seeing the details of the costumes up close. I loved Professor Trelawney's sweater and, of course, was staring at it trying to figure it out - looks like garter stitch to just below the armpit area being the only different part of the stitches. I've added it to the someday list. My MIL is a seamstress so she was looking at how the costumes were made as well. Camera's were not allowed in the exhibit and so was not worth the risk of trying w my phone but I was able to get a shot of the flying car which was out in the main museum. THAT made me wish I had brought a camera, a regular one, but being able to see it and get a cellphone pic worked just enough.
P & I babysat Turnip, who I am retiring that nickname. So-Big is one of her more so used one so I think I'll stick w that one for awhile. When I got back from the museum she was already there. Luckily she is a happy baby so not too much fussing. I don't think it is possible NEVER to get a no fuss what so ever day with any baby. Luckily she loves mirrors so the few times she fretted it was straight to the bathroom and moments later I had a giggling baby with me.
Today I'm pretty worn out so it's been knitting and laundry. I am "watching" the Bears game, watching Grey's season premiere (OMG) - both parts, and drinking Tazo Awake tea. I am out of Almond Butter and so hoping for Trader Joe's run where I plan to get two jars. I didn't last time and I should have esp since that has become a staple.
Another staple due to the garden has been tomatoes. I've been adding them to almost everything. Today I brought in four more from the yard. It'll be sad when the weather gets cold and I can't just go out into the garden. Next year I plan to have as much produce be from our garden rather than the store. It just need to plan out what to plant and how much room it all will need. I am debating a bench or to repaint one of the plastic deck chairs left when we got the house in that area as well.
My MIL and I went to see Harry Potter: The Exhibition at the Museum of Science and Industry yesterday. The exhibit was amazing and it took us a little over an hour to go through it. We both are readers at museums to every plaque, plate, and posting was read. I loved seeing the details of the costumes up close. I loved Professor Trelawney's sweater and, of course, was staring at it trying to figure it out - looks like garter stitch to just below the armpit area being the only different part of the stitches. I've added it to the someday list. My MIL is a seamstress so she was looking at how the costumes were made as well. Camera's were not allowed in the exhibit and so was not worth the risk of trying w my phone but I was able to get a shot of the flying car which was out in the main museum. THAT made me wish I had brought a camera, a regular one, but being able to see it and get a cellphone pic worked just enough.
P & I babysat Turnip, who I am retiring that nickname. So-Big is one of her more so used one so I think I'll stick w that one for awhile. When I got back from the museum she was already there. Luckily she is a happy baby so not too much fussing. I don't think it is possible NEVER to get a no fuss what so ever day with any baby. Luckily she loves mirrors so the few times she fretted it was straight to the bathroom and moments later I had a giggling baby with me.
Today I'm pretty worn out so it's been knitting and laundry. I am "watching" the Bears game, watching Grey's season premiere (OMG) - both parts, and drinking Tazo Awake tea. I am out of Almond Butter and so hoping for Trader Joe's run where I plan to get two jars. I didn't last time and I should have esp since that has become a staple.
Another staple due to the garden has been tomatoes. I've been adding them to almost everything. Today I brought in four more from the yard. It'll be sad when the weather gets cold and I can't just go out into the garden. Next year I plan to have as much produce be from our garden rather than the store. It just need to plan out what to plant and how much room it all will need. I am debating a bench or to repaint one of the plastic deck chairs left when we got the house in that area as well.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Dear Summer,
Please come back.
I walked through a pile of leaves on the way home today. While I know it should not be a big deal since it IS nearing the end of September, but it is still weird. We didn't get out hiking but with the leaves changing color I think it's motivation to get out there. I can't help it but love the cliche leaves turning colors photos. They end up too too beautiful in the right light.
In saying that I walked home today, I don't mean from the general bus stop. That I do daily and while it is a short distance, it's still nice esp after sitting on the bus. The bus i was on didn't do the full loop. While I know this varies, I had hoped to not be on one - not knowing since the schedules don't specify. Next time I'll just play Frogger to get across the one semi busy street. Nonetheless the walk felt good and I know it will help me sleep well, that is, if the dog doesn't make a ruckus again today.
My knitting has gone on hiatus for a bit since life in general has been hectic and tired eyes + knitting can lead to a migraine which I don't need. I've been keeping an eye on not eating too much extremely salty/processed foods in an attempt to see if they were triggering them. I know that nitrates are supposed to do that as well so why not chemicals I can't pronounce. So far so good.
I walked through a pile of leaves on the way home today. While I know it should not be a big deal since it IS nearing the end of September, but it is still weird. We didn't get out hiking but with the leaves changing color I think it's motivation to get out there. I can't help it but love the cliche leaves turning colors photos. They end up too too beautiful in the right light.
In saying that I walked home today, I don't mean from the general bus stop. That I do daily and while it is a short distance, it's still nice esp after sitting on the bus. The bus i was on didn't do the full loop. While I know this varies, I had hoped to not be on one - not knowing since the schedules don't specify. Next time I'll just play Frogger to get across the one semi busy street. Nonetheless the walk felt good and I know it will help me sleep well, that is, if the dog doesn't make a ruckus again today.
My knitting has gone on hiatus for a bit since life in general has been hectic and tired eyes + knitting can lead to a migraine which I don't need. I've been keeping an eye on not eating too much extremely salty/processed foods in an attempt to see if they were triggering them. I know that nitrates are supposed to do that as well so why not chemicals I can't pronounce. So far so good.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
NOM BOMB
We are currently out of greek yogurt and this photo is making running out to get some quite tempting. The fact that we have to be out in about 2 hrs - that time including getting ready time - smushes that idea.
I'm reading a new book - Cream Puff Murder by Joanne Fluke. (http://www.murdershebaked.com/) and in it as some receipes that look quite tasty. One is for carrot cake cookies so I've had carrot cake on the brain now. I'm debating making carrot cake muffins tomorrow. I found a receipe that looks good. There isn't any cream cheese in the fridge so that has it on pause. While I know that there is no rule that the frosting is needed, I always think of it. I'll prob keep some plain for breakfast too.
I got a good three hours of work knitting last night. It continues to taunt me but it's progressing. I think I may need help - Turnip's aunt - to make sure the size works before her/her mom/my friend actually gets it.
My BIL and soon to be sister-in-law set a date - August 15. I'm excited for them since they haven't been able to decide on a date for some time. It's an informal reception at our house (which will make this house in immaculate condition) and lowkey = so them. I can't see them doing ANYTHING that can be considered fussy/foo foo.
I'm reading a new book - Cream Puff Murder by Joanne Fluke. (http://www.murdershebaked.com/) and in it as some receipes that look quite tasty. One is for carrot cake cookies so I've had carrot cake on the brain now. I'm debating making carrot cake muffins tomorrow. I found a receipe that looks good. There isn't any cream cheese in the fridge so that has it on pause. While I know that there is no rule that the frosting is needed, I always think of it. I'll prob keep some plain for breakfast too.
I got a good three hours of work knitting last night. It continues to taunt me but it's progressing. I think I may need help - Turnip's aunt - to make sure the size works before her/her mom/my friend actually gets it.
My BIL and soon to be sister-in-law set a date - August 15. I'm excited for them since they haven't been able to decide on a date for some time. It's an informal reception at our house (which will make this house in immaculate condition) and lowkey = so them. I can't see them doing ANYTHING that can be considered fussy/foo foo.
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Molly Molly quite controlly how does your garden grow
That pepper has gotten even bigger and I forsee it being ready for picking soon. The container garden has been a success and I forsee doing it again next year. I am thinking a different kind of pepper to include as well. While we do have the roma tomatoes this year, those were a random perk from A's mom. I don't know if there will be seedling of that sort next year.
I do plan to start seedling early. Someone mentioned getting a mini greenhouse which would work if I knew Frankie wouldn't swat it off whatever. If I could anchor/weigh it down, it might though.
Speaking of cats, I'm doing better with Jabba being gone. I know it will take time but people have been super supportive and giving kind words which means a lot. I'm focusing on the silly stuff he did like the time I was sitting in the kitchen with my back to the cubby under the stairs. I heard noise and open it slowly thinking it was the mouse that ate all our grassseed last winter. There I see a black and white cat butt sticking out of the dog biscuit box and I'm talking up in the air. Of course when I get the camera, he is looking at me like he has no idea what just happened and Frankie is beind him with the same expression.
I do plan to start seedling early. Someone mentioned getting a mini greenhouse which would work if I knew Frankie wouldn't swat it off whatever. If I could anchor/weigh it down, it might though.
Speaking of cats, I'm doing better with Jabba being gone. I know it will take time but people have been super supportive and giving kind words which means a lot. I'm focusing on the silly stuff he did like the time I was sitting in the kitchen with my back to the cubby under the stairs. I heard noise and open it slowly thinking it was the mouse that ate all our grassseed last winter. There I see a black and white cat butt sticking out of the dog biscuit box and I'm talking up in the air. Of course when I get the camera, he is looking at me like he has no idea what just happened and Frankie is beind him with the same expression.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Goodbye sweet kitty
Jabba got sick in a matter of about a day. We noticed he was not quite himself last night. Tonight when I got home it was clear he was worse - very lethargic, not eating. A came by and we found out he was really sick. I'm crying as I type this and I know I will be for awhile tonight. I miss him already and I know the others know something is wrong.
RIP Jabba
2001-7/20/2009
RIP Jabba
2001-7/20/2009
Friday, July 10, 2009
I've started putting my blog roll together which will help me too - less time clicking through my favorites. I've noticed that they fall into a few general categories - knitting, crafting, sewing, food, fashion, and fitness.
I did Jillian Michael's Cardio Kickbox for the first time today. I was gross and all melty from weeding so I figured why not. Plus not letting yourself get cleaned up until after you work out is great motivation. It says to do it once a week so I am going to try to do that. It's a little under 30 mins so it is a perfect amount of time. I was sweating by the end of it. The house being 80 inside probably had something to do with that too.
I figured out that I knitted for almost 4 hours last night. I went into mindnumbing autoknitting which I honestly don't mind esp when the gauge keeps itself in check. I think I did overdo it a bit since it felt like I was still knitting as I tried to go to sleep. I've kept the needles down today and since it is getting late, will probably keep them away. My eyes need a bit of a break every now and then and I have really been working on it.
So the goal of finishing the last two skeins has been modified. While I still plan to get those two done, I am going to add a border to make it larger and therefore more useful. Will it take longer? Of course, but knowing it will be used more makes it worth it.
Plus then I can start on some Christmas knitting. My goal was to start it in August this year. I have 4 things planned - two for someone else to give other people - so I know there will be a lot to do but it's not like a month or two.
Safe to say ask me again in November.
I did Jillian Michael's Cardio Kickbox for the first time today. I was gross and all melty from weeding so I figured why not. Plus not letting yourself get cleaned up until after you work out is great motivation. It says to do it once a week so I am going to try to do that. It's a little under 30 mins so it is a perfect amount of time. I was sweating by the end of it. The house being 80 inside probably had something to do with that too.
I figured out that I knitted for almost 4 hours last night. I went into mindnumbing autoknitting which I honestly don't mind esp when the gauge keeps itself in check. I think I did overdo it a bit since it felt like I was still knitting as I tried to go to sleep. I've kept the needles down today and since it is getting late, will probably keep them away. My eyes need a bit of a break every now and then and I have really been working on it.
So the goal of finishing the last two skeins has been modified. While I still plan to get those two done, I am going to add a border to make it larger and therefore more useful. Will it take longer? Of course, but knowing it will be used more makes it worth it.
Plus then I can start on some Christmas knitting. My goal was to start it in August this year. I have 4 things planned - two for someone else to give other people - so I know there will be a lot to do but it's not like a month or two.
Safe to say ask me again in November.
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Hello flowerbed I know you are in there
We uncovered part of the flowerbed today so it is good that I got this crazy picture. A bit is saved so we have more for cooking + seeds to move it, or rather try to move it to a new place for next year.
My earbud headphones are driving me batty today and I have no idea why. I had plotted knitting and watch/listen to something but I keep fiddling with them. I have my old huge headphones from when I worked radio SOMEWHERE but they aren't in the same place I had them last, or rather the last place I remember them being so it is a bit annoying. I'm at the moment stuck listening to P play NHL09 on Xbox. It's decent music but not my choice.
Pandora is now limiting its music play to 40 hours a month which I can understand it a reasonale amount. I know I use more than that esp since they sent me an email letting me know of the hour cap. Hmmm there is an option to pay for a year which isn't horrid but I can't justify spending that right now.
My sunburn is peeling which is good since it hurts less in some places now. I found out WHY the sunblock didn't do so great. It's a good 3.5 yrs old. It must have been with the stuff in the back of the cabinet I packed up when we moved. OOPS!
My earbud headphones are driving me batty today and I have no idea why. I had plotted knitting and watch/listen to something but I keep fiddling with them. I have my old huge headphones from when I worked radio SOMEWHERE but they aren't in the same place I had them last, or rather the last place I remember them being so it is a bit annoying. I'm at the moment stuck listening to P play NHL09 on Xbox. It's decent music but not my choice.
Pandora is now limiting its music play to 40 hours a month which I can understand it a reasonale amount. I know I use more than that esp since they sent me an email letting me know of the hour cap. Hmmm there is an option to pay for a year which isn't horrid but I can't justify spending that right now.
My sunburn is peeling which is good since it hurts less in some places now. I found out WHY the sunblock didn't do so great. It's a good 3.5 yrs old. It must have been with the stuff in the back of the cabinet I packed up when we moved. OOPS!
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
April NO July NO June NO May
Dear Mother Nature,
Please pick a month and/or stay with it weather wise, or at least somewhat in the same range. This crazy jumping around is not fun for cute outfit planning nor does it do well with keep the snuffly head/coughy combo away.
Thank you.
&heart;
MBMY
The sunburn is going away sooner than later which is nice. While I do look like I'm molting I'd rather it now since that means it wasn't a horrid burn, just a pretty bad one. While I can do without it being itchy, I'll take it over the omg owwwwwww that woke me up the night prior. It'd still be nice to sleep through the entire night without it waking me up. Maybe tonight ::crosses fingers:: This entire "adventure" will have me getting the spray can sunscreen before the next trip.
I ended up knitting for a little over two hours last night and it was great. I didn't watch anything while doing so, just had some music playing. It doesn't seem like much was done overall I can see the difference. The yarn was making odd blotchy patterns that were almost squarelike at the end of the last skein. I'm glad it stopped a bit before the end. So far no squares with the start of the fifth one. One more after than and then it's done.
I have so much queued up due to it being cool/cute/silly/practical/something for a gift for a friend/family member/Turnip. I do need a quick knit wrap though I am not sure what yarn to use. I would really like to try avacado with an ice blue but I'm not sure. Plus yarn shopping is something I'm trying to plot out before I takeover a room. Well more than a room that is allotted for such. P will have his mancave in the garage which leads me to have more space in the office for my crafty stuff. I just need to keep the cats out of it, or rather Frankie who likes to open drawers. He helps clean them out then as was the case not too long ago. Stuff in a pile meets kitty looking at me like he had no idea why I was yelling at him.
So is my life.
Please pick a month and/or stay with it weather wise, or at least somewhat in the same range. This crazy jumping around is not fun for cute outfit planning nor does it do well with keep the snuffly head/coughy combo away.
Thank you.
&heart;
MBMY
The sunburn is going away sooner than later which is nice. While I do look like I'm molting I'd rather it now since that means it wasn't a horrid burn, just a pretty bad one. While I can do without it being itchy, I'll take it over the omg owwwwwww that woke me up the night prior. It'd still be nice to sleep through the entire night without it waking me up. Maybe tonight ::crosses fingers:: This entire "adventure" will have me getting the spray can sunscreen before the next trip.
I ended up knitting for a little over two hours last night and it was great. I didn't watch anything while doing so, just had some music playing. It doesn't seem like much was done overall I can see the difference. The yarn was making odd blotchy patterns that were almost squarelike at the end of the last skein. I'm glad it stopped a bit before the end. So far no squares with the start of the fifth one. One more after than and then it's done.
I have so much queued up due to it being cool/cute/silly/practical/something for a gift for a friend/family member/Turnip. I do need a quick knit wrap though I am not sure what yarn to use. I would really like to try avacado with an ice blue but I'm not sure. Plus yarn shopping is something I'm trying to plot out before I takeover a room. Well more than a room that is allotted for such. P will have his mancave in the garage which leads me to have more space in the office for my crafty stuff. I just need to keep the cats out of it, or rather Frankie who likes to open drawers. He helps clean them out then as was the case not too long ago. Stuff in a pile meets kitty looking at me like he had no idea why I was yelling at him.
So is my life.
Monday, July 6, 2009
5th of July beach trip
The 4th this year was chilly and rainy for most of the day. We ended up staying in for most of the day as well til the evening. We went to watch the OL fireworks with the usual group, having a good time as always. It was drizzling very faintly so they didn't have the live music as in years past but that totally makes sense. Electricity and water + people don't mix. The show was quite good and a but heavy on red/gold ones this year not that I minded, just an observation.
We decided go to the beach and headed out to Michigan on the 5th. It was our first trip out for the summer which is always exciting. The cooler was packed - much to the enjoyment of the pups too since we had too much ice, not enough freezer room, and a need to not let it all just melt. It did melt, but after they chomped on it a bit. We had two wet faced happy dogs.
The weather cooperated in that it was sunny and lower 80s. The water was a bit too chilly for me to actually swim in it but I did end up about knee deep which cooled me off a bit. P & C threw the football around in the water and ended up having someone's lab want to join in. He sooo wanted the ball even though it was too big for him to catch. C tried and the pup gave a good try. The owners seemed nice but we didn't really talk to them. L & I stayed on our towels catching the rays.
The rays got us all later even with sunblock. P and I are both burnt and sharing a bottle of aloe. I ended up getting the big sunhat that I wanted today. Next time I'll be ready and have a non burnt nose.
Luckily with makeup it isn't too too too horrible looking.
We decided go to the beach and headed out to Michigan on the 5th. It was our first trip out for the summer which is always exciting. The cooler was packed - much to the enjoyment of the pups too since we had too much ice, not enough freezer room, and a need to not let it all just melt. It did melt, but after they chomped on it a bit. We had two wet faced happy dogs.
The weather cooperated in that it was sunny and lower 80s. The water was a bit too chilly for me to actually swim in it but I did end up about knee deep which cooled me off a bit. P & C threw the football around in the water and ended up having someone's lab want to join in. He sooo wanted the ball even though it was too big for him to catch. C tried and the pup gave a good try. The owners seemed nice but we didn't really talk to them. L & I stayed on our towels catching the rays.
The rays got us all later even with sunblock. P and I are both burnt and sharing a bottle of aloe. I ended up getting the big sunhat that I wanted today. Next time I'll be ready and have a non burnt nose.
Luckily with makeup it isn't too too too horrible looking.
Friday, July 3, 2009
This blog break brought to you by quick dry poly varnish!
I am a little woozy due to our living room smelling like varnish. Windows are open but after the second coat I have retreated upstairs - which is NOT 500 degrees due to the latest change in temperature. Other than the piece of wood at the threshold being done one of the bookends I made in jr high is done as well.
Yes, I know, one when there is two and jr high was a LONG time ago. I was a bit surprised how dark part of the wood ended up since beforehand. It looks nice but didn't seem to hint at that much fo a contrast. Once I find the other one then that can be done too though we are only using one so that works.
I am currently going though my closet in spurts. I get tired of doing so if I sit all day so it works best to do a little, stop, restart etc. With one more garage sale this summer and the possible church yardsale with the MIL, I should keep at it so it is not a rush two days before. Luckily the short notice of the last sale worked in my favor since I had stuff semi ready.
The closet can finally be swapped to the summer mode. I had things to wear but the actual summer clothes weren't needed for so long and the bought of crazy humidity kept me from it as well. I'm not looking forward to all the clothes though since I know there will be stuff that doesn't fit anymore. Some is plotted to be put in spacebags with the hope to wear it again someday and others will be sold/donated. I am trying to be realistic esp since I haven't been working out as much as I should lately. I get home and I'm tired so the thought of that sans a class isn't too great. I have my hoop so that is something good plus it is so much fun.
I tried looking for a pattern to use my rug yarn as a bag. Ditto w the crochet cord but didn't find anything. I may go to the 365 peeps (not sure why I used 'peeps' but why not) to see if anyone else has used either. Smart ladies (and guy(s)so someone must know something or have a general idea.
Yes, I know, one when there is two and jr high was a LONG time ago. I was a bit surprised how dark part of the wood ended up since beforehand. It looks nice but didn't seem to hint at that much fo a contrast. Once I find the other one then that can be done too though we are only using one so that works.
I am currently going though my closet in spurts. I get tired of doing so if I sit all day so it works best to do a little, stop, restart etc. With one more garage sale this summer and the possible church yardsale with the MIL, I should keep at it so it is not a rush two days before. Luckily the short notice of the last sale worked in my favor since I had stuff semi ready.
The closet can finally be swapped to the summer mode. I had things to wear but the actual summer clothes weren't needed for so long and the bought of crazy humidity kept me from it as well. I'm not looking forward to all the clothes though since I know there will be stuff that doesn't fit anymore. Some is plotted to be put in spacebags with the hope to wear it again someday and others will be sold/donated. I am trying to be realistic esp since I haven't been working out as much as I should lately. I get home and I'm tired so the thought of that sans a class isn't too great. I have my hoop so that is something good plus it is so much fun.
I tried looking for a pattern to use my rug yarn as a bag. Ditto w the crochet cord but didn't find anything. I may go to the 365 peeps (not sure why I used 'peeps' but why not) to see if anyone else has used either. Smart ladies (and guy(s)so someone must know something or have a general idea.
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Feeling a little fuzzy
The weather has decided to go from upper 80s/lower 90s to 60s and my head is not happy. The lovely allergies.& incoming headcold has taken away all my energy for the creative 365s for the past two days. BLAH!
I am ALMOST done with the current skein though it likes to grow as I am moving along. I give it til the end of the week and then a new one starts.
Taste of Chicago is in full swing but isn't really making me want to go this year. They added gates for security reasons since people are dumb and bring a gun or two to the Taste. I don't understand it but as I said stuuuupid to bring a weapon to a family festival and be the one moron in a group of good people. Pffft! i digress so it's security gated entry points which kind of kills my in/samosas/out plan that has worked so well the past few years. Oh well. It not being super sunny made me not want to bring the digicam so perhaps next year.
The giant plant outside the kitchen window is gone. We thought it was some sort of plant in the terms of to be kept but it ended up being some sort of weed that neither of us had seen and Dad ended up telling us. Oops. At least we get more light in now.
I am ALMOST done with the current skein though it likes to grow as I am moving along. I give it til the end of the week and then a new one starts.
Taste of Chicago is in full swing but isn't really making me want to go this year. They added gates for security reasons since people are dumb and bring a gun or two to the Taste. I don't understand it but as I said stuuuupid to bring a weapon to a family festival and be the one moron in a group of good people. Pffft! i digress so it's security gated entry points which kind of kills my in/samosas/out plan that has worked so well the past few years. Oh well. It not being super sunny made me not want to bring the digicam so perhaps next year.
The giant plant outside the kitchen window is gone. We thought it was some sort of plant in the terms of to be kept but it ended up being some sort of weed that neither of us had seen and Dad ended up telling us. Oops. At least we get more light in now.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Woof Meow Woof Meow
Today was vet day for Molly since she was due for her shots. I had forgotten that the waiting room opened two hours before the actual clinic did. We ended up being there a little over two hours. She, however, barked twice (in a row) and growled though it was more of a grumble once when she thought another dog wanted her cookie. I was hungry and animal crackers are basically the human form of dog biscuits so why not. Overall you have to figure that is not bad esp since the last time she kept rolling around on the floor. It was also a year ago so she was a puppy puppy not a 50lb puppy/dog.
I'm still working on the latest WIP. I've stopped the hectic pace on it - keeping it rapid as possible but stressing over knitting never works well. I end up dropping a stitch or messing up my gauge just enough that I notice. Overall it is fine but I know it is there.
Nixmusic will be heading to Alaska this week so no knit nights for awhile. I don't mind at all though esp since I can't wait to hear about her most recent trip there. I do hope to travel there someday. It's on my someday list.
I'm still working on the latest WIP. I've stopped the hectic pace on it - keeping it rapid as possible but stressing over knitting never works well. I end up dropping a stitch or messing up my gauge just enough that I notice. Overall it is fine but I know it is there.
Nixmusic will be heading to Alaska this week so no knit nights for awhile. I don't mind at all though esp since I can't wait to hear about her most recent trip there. I do hope to travel there someday. It's on my someday list.
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Do I really need a new hobby?
I gained $9.50 from my share of things sold at the garage sale. True it is not that much money but that is less stuff and some happy people including a little girl who was thrilled to get a plastic set of play dishes. There are two more sales of sort plotted for the rest of the summer. I know I have more stuff to try to get rid of since I just found some more toys that could have gone out with the other stuff.
I also gained a few boxes of craft/sewing stuff. Do I need more crafty items? No but really how could I not! Fabric, buttons, and crochet thread. I don't crochet. I know people who do and I have nothing against it but it wasn't something that I picked up on. Perhaps it's needing to get a better hang on knitting - like lace and cables - first. Soooo now with this bunch I have the opportunity to try when I so feel like it.
Of course that will be when the latest WIP is done. A little over two more skeins. It is looking really good but I am wary it won't be enough and then I need to add a border. I really don't have the extra yarn cash to buy a ton of yarn right now. I'm debating but I do plan to get this done asap. I'm hoping it will be fine.
After this is done, I am sooooo just picking a PATTERN and doing that. :)
I also gained a few boxes of craft/sewing stuff. Do I need more crafty items? No but really how could I not! Fabric, buttons, and crochet thread. I don't crochet. I know people who do and I have nothing against it but it wasn't something that I picked up on. Perhaps it's needing to get a better hang on knitting - like lace and cables - first. Soooo now with this bunch I have the opportunity to try when I so feel like it.
Of course that will be when the latest WIP is done. A little over two more skeins. It is looking really good but I am wary it won't be enough and then I need to add a border. I really don't have the extra yarn cash to buy a ton of yarn right now. I'm debating but I do plan to get this done asap. I'm hoping it will be fine.
After this is done, I am sooooo just picking a PATTERN and doing that. :)
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