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Wednesday, 16 June 2010

Thursday, 03 June 2010

  • Finding A New Groove

    Last year, I remember reading several blogs where folks commented on losing their knitting "mojo". At the time, I had no idea what they were talking about. After reading several blogs, I finally got it, but just thought it impossible. Night time knitting has (had) become such an integral part of my nightly routine, that I just couldn't imagine NOT having it. I literally could not phathom going to bed without a little knitting time.

    Now, after almost 6 weeks of craziness, I get it!  They boys have finally reached the age where they want to do and try everything. Dominic decided 4 weeks ago that he wanted to start karate, which of course is proving to be just what he needed. So, we signed him up. That's 2 nights a week. Jake wanted to start piano....that's one night a week, then add Cub Scouts, another night. There's usually one night a week with some school commitment...that leaves me with 2 nights left. Sadly, the new trend has been that I'm just too darned exhausted to knit. I pick up the needles, knit a stitch or 2, and then decide I'm too tired to concentrate.  I now feel like I'm going through withdrawals. All I've completed in the last month or so is Abrazo, which I might add, I positively LOVE!! It's a wonderfully written pattern, a quick knit and just the right about of "bling".





    All I want to do is sit on my behind, knitting needles in hand, and knit all day. Maybe when I retire....in the meantime, I'll continue to search for my new groove.



Monday, 26 April 2010

  • Bye Bye Baby :-(

    Five years ago today, at 4:06am, God gave me another of his most precious gifts, a new little baby boy! It's been one wild and crazy ride for the last 5 years, but moments I wouldn't trade for anything!

    Today we celebrate (and mommy cries) the moving from babyhood to little manhood. Baby years are gone, and while I long for those tender moments when they first start to babble and take their first steps, I look forward to the years ahead, watching them turn in to fine young men!

    Happy Birthday 'Lil D!







Saturday, 03 April 2010

Tuesday, 23 March 2010

  • Pink Flames Are Burning!

    A quick update, as some of you have emailed to inquire. Thus far, with your help, I have raised $815 for the Susan G. Komen 3-Day For The Cure!! I'm almost at the 1/2 way point, with still 6 months to go before the walk. I'm thrilled!!!

    As another way to help us achieve our goal, we've created some fun "Think Hope" items, on Cafe Press.
    Check it out here!