Police-station is just another word for where fun goes to die. ~ InspiroBot The past several summers I've participated in Tour de Sock (TDS). What is TDS you say? Why it's an international sock knitting competition based off Tour de France. There are six stages and the proceeds are donated to Doctors without Borders. Due…Read more TDS Preparations
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Tools of the Trade
Great leaders don't blame the tools they are given. Great leaders work to sharpen them. ~ Simon Sinek The past several years, I've indulged myself in a pair of Signature needles during their anniversary sale. This year I acquired a set of US 6 straight needles. Normally, I wouldn't buy straight needles any more, but…Read more Tools of the Trade
The End of June Gloom
Clouds came floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to my sunset sky. ~ Rabindranath Tagore A heatwave hit the PNW this weekend along with heat advisories and triple digit temperatures. I think today's peak was 102 or 38.9 in Celsius. My Hario cold brew tea…Read more The End of June Gloom
Bed Socks
Speak softly and carry extra socks; you will go far. – Theodore Roosevelt Yesterday was the summer solstice. In the Northern Hemisphere, it was the longest day of the year. I know it seems odd that I'm writing about bed socks now. What can I say, winter is coming. Until a few years ago, I…Read more Bed Socks
Today in History
I can't change the world, but I can change the world in me. ~ Bono Here's an interesting fun fact, today in 1979 a solar energy system was installed in the White House. Here in the PNW, it's been sort of gray and gloomy. I know most folks are ready for summer to start, but…Read more Today in History
Weekly Celebrations
Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. Last week was rough. This week wasn't much better. The British Hubby had his first root canal. While my immune system was compromised last weekend, I managed to pick up a virus. A series of bad medical decisions led to some severe medication side effects and dehydration. You…Read more Weekly Celebrations
New Life
If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need. ~ Marcus Tullius Cicero This week had it's ups and downs. The British Hubby needed some emergency dental work done (I know you're thinking the British aren't exactly known for their fantastic teeth). At the end of the week, I had a…Read more New Life
June Gloom
What good is the warmth of summer, without the cold of winter to give it sweetness. ~John Steinbeck Years ago, the British Hubby and I lived in Southern California. That was our first experience with June Gloom, cooler temperatures and overcast skies. Sometimes in the PNW, we have a version of this with cloud cover…Read more June Gloom
Purple Rain
Purple enhances creativity, clears the mind and calms stress. It's not much of a surprise, purple is my favorite color (especially if you've been following my blog for a bit). It has been since I was five. Naturally, I've always wanted to see it raining purple rain. I guess I'll have to settle for listening…Read more Purple Rain
Completed Wip III
Never let a stumble be the end of your journey. It's the end of May. That means I should have eight completed or frogged wips. Well, I have three. This month my knitting time was scarce. I had a quick look in the wip bins, but I really want to finish most of those projects.…Read more Completed Wip III
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