Posted in Uncategorized, tagged knitting goals, random on February 29, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Happy Leap Day everyone! I love leap day. I’ve always had this thing for weird and rare holidays. For example …
December 1st is Gnomers’ Day (for humans who collect gnomes)
March is National Frozen Food Month
You get the picture. So happy Leap Day.
The other week I was tagged by Devin to list Seven Random Things about [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged LOST, shawl on February 29, 2008 | 13 Comments »
When John picked up the mail today there was a package for me. My first thought was, “Who do I know in Troy, VA?” And then it clicked! I ripped open the package and found a lovely shawl from Chan! I was among the three she was spoiling for her Pay [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged craft room, frida, new house on February 27, 2008 | 4 Comments »
After all the sickness that I’ve had to deal with over the past week, I find myself needing to focus on something happy! So, that thing at this moment is how I’m going to paint and decorate my craft room at the new house!!!!
I know this …. the theme is going to be inspired by [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged houses on February 25, 2008 | 16 Comments »
John called me today and gave me some much needed good news!!! WE GOT THE TOWNHOUSE!!!!! I can’t believe it!!! Now, I haven’t posted about this one. THIS is the one we’re purchasing, but THIS one is identical (except ours has carpet) and gives more photos. I thought ya’ll [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged flu on February 25, 2008 | 6 Comments »
You know, for me … when it rains, it pours!
I have been running a fever, vomiting, and all that goes along with the flu since 2am. I did manage to get a couple hours of sleep here and there, and get my matches out for the Longing For Spring Swap. Oh … and keeping food [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged flowers, sewing, swap on February 21, 2008 | 10 Comments »
Back in December, I posted about having an ear infection/bronchitis/sinus infection all at the same time. Well, I have it again! And the same damn ear to boot! I woke up very dizzy and sensitive to sound, so I thought I should go to the doctor and get some good antibiotics. And next week I [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged sick on February 20, 2008 | 10 Comments »
Thera-flu …… check!
Tissues with aloe ….. check!
Hot tea ……. check!
I am so sick right now. I mean, not barfing up living in the bathroom sick, but sneezing and coughing every time I turn around sick. I called out for tonight, knowing there is no way that I can do my job and not sneeze all [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged FO, sewing, swap on February 19, 2008 | 9 Comments »
I’ve been a knitting fool the last couple of days! I managed to complete two small projects in no time, and start on the second part of Pay It Forward #3.
Project : Birthday Scarf for my cousin, Jamie. I think she’s going to be nine this year!
Pattern : A really quick knit! Both yarns held [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged birthday on February 17, 2008 | 14 Comments »
Well, today is my birthday! I’m 25 … a quarter of a century old as my Dad says. And I have to work tonight (bah), but I baked a cake and we’re gonna have some food, so it’ll be fun. I think my folks are up to something, as they wanted to know what unit [...]
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged sewing, socks on February 15, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Okay – the secret Sock Pal Socks are FINISHED!!!! My only fear is that they will be too big and not fit her at all. I followed the measurements, but still …. it’s just a fear of mine.
Pattern : Crosshatch Lace Socks from More Sensational Socks
Yarn : Blue Moon Fiber Arts STR – Midsummers Night
After [...]
This is my charity knitting/crochet project. I'm trying to raise as many hand knitted items as possible for the homeless/near homeless in my area. 
