A Notion to Knit

Internet shenanigans.

You Are a Drawing

You appreciate things that are simple and elegant. You believe that complexity is mostly used to mask flaws. You believe that art is about leaving more to the imagination. The best art isn't overly showy or flashy. It subtly beautiful.

What Type of Art Are You?

*yeah, I never thought I'd use the word shenanigans. Enjoy your weekend!

The truth about knitting.

So cute. And really, haven't we all been there some time?

Random Thursday

Sort of, I have a lot of pictures to show of one thing..

1. I sent off my 2 squares for the Barn Raising Quilt yesterday.

I lovelovelove these juicy pink & tangerine colors. They are so pretty. Koigu.

Regia or Fortissima, I think the way this one spiralled outward is interesting. It reminds me of a God's eye. I actually prefer this yarn in this type of repetition so I'll probably save the rest of this for more squares later.

And last, the glitter is a plus for something this size. Oooh, glitter. So, there you have it, my Barn Raising Quilt Squares.

2. Earlier this week I went out for gelato with some friends. I don't think I'd had gelato before, but this was so good. I had cheesecake gelato and there were little chunks of cheesecake goodness mixed in which made it so decadent.

I want to go back and have the hazelnut gelato. I came very close to getting the hazelnut before seeing the cheesecake. But, I tasted a friend's hazelnut and it was so good and rich. Yum.

3. I have a few household things I would like to get started but I have no mojo. I didn't get enough sleep and then I had a doctor's appointment this morning. As is usually the case, I just started to get good sleep when it was time to get up and go. Anyway, I don't know where to start but I am going to get at least one thing done today. Setup the new closet clothes organizer? Do a load of laundry? Wash dishes? Ughhh.

4. As for the doctor's appointment, my arm has been bothering me (painfully) for about three weeks now. I don't recall doing anything around that time that was particularly strenuous but it will not take care of itself. And with my going back to the gym yesterday - oh yeah I went back to the gym finally - I decided that I should find out what's wrong. You know, instead of wishing it away. So, I went for an x-ray and now I wait. It sounds like basically I'll end up seeing a physical therapist but we'll see. So, one other twist is that I did receive my copy of "30 Day Shred" and was excited about getting started. Of course, at my appointment I was told not to start it until I see the physical therapist. Seems obvious right. I don't know what I was thinking when I jumped on ordering it. Other than I thought it would work itself out, still. Crazy girl.

5. I've been finding Facebook to be an especially big time suck lately. Interesting, but definitely a big time suck. What about you?

6. So, I'm going to go get something done. I'm very glad to have the blog post work today!

Please stay tuned ..

..for this regularly scheduled program.

I give up tonight. I have a few photos to share but my internet isn't playing nice. I got a few pictures uploaded and then it called it quits. I'm actually doing this from my phone. So, I'll blog early tomorrow.

I had a good day, hope you did too.

a day without order

... a little more than usual anyway. I just really didn't have any energy today. It's like there was an invisible layer of malaise over our family today. When R got home from work, he was still very tired like he started the day. And even our kitties slept more than usual. Chuy never asked to go outside until evening. So, it's been a quiet evening here.

Catching up on sharing some things from over the weekend ...

These are some of my favorite finds at the garage sales/estate sales/rummage sales that we went to this weekend. Actually, I only bought a few things beyond this. But I did very well.

Myrtlewood container view. We have one other little open bowl of myrtlewood that we put coins in. I think this is so pretty but never new much about it (other than it being common here in Oregon) until I looked for the link information. See that? Blogging as a learning tool.

Also, we've had a little bit of stormy weather here lately. Though I think people freak out a bit much and have to remind myself, that's because it isn't so normal here to have thunder and lightening. It is on a small scale though, having grown up in Tornado Alley. More fun with the learning links. Anyway, here is a strange scene from the storms ...

Someone actually sent that photo into one of the local news stations, too. I thought about sending it into the news we watch but that channel was actually out all night. So, I wouldn't have known if it was shown or not! Oh! For reference, that was a parking lot where the car was and it really wasn't very much lower in ground level (compared to its' surroundings).

Ok, so I'm off now. I have a few quick things to do before going to bed. 'Night.

Dreams

I find art like this so inspiring. I desperately want to learn how to do this, for years now I've wanted to learn. I admire others who work with metal like this, including my hubby. It's just such an awesome thing with so many possibilities.

Link troubles.

I know the link to "And She Knits Too" isn't working from my previous blog entry. I can't fix it from my iPod right now, sorry. Tomorrow.

Completed: the weekend.

Finished objects: 1
Unfinished chore: 4

So, though I feel productive, I clearly missed my mark. That means no photos right now. But, the squares are completed as far as knitting goes. In the morning, early after hubby leaves for work - that's early, I will wash and block the squares. And do the other chores. Except for the gym. I was doing so well in the beginning and then I got sick. And couldn't shake a cough. Now, a few months later I'm heading back. I prefer mornings for the gym but have several things to do tomorrow morning. I'm determined to start back tomorrow though so it will be in the afternoon. Also, I'm anxiously awaiting my copy of "30 Day Shred" from Amazon. I was swayed by Dr. Steph. I'll let you know how that goes. I'm a little worried about my knees and right shoulder but not going to push too hard. I think it'll be good.

It was a great weekend, I hope for you too!

***NOTE: I cannot fix the link at all. Sorry. But, I mean Dr. Steph from "And She Knits Too". ...Strange. I can't fix it because in my Edit window for this entry, it actually shows the correct code for the link. So, theoretically there's nothing that needs to be fixed. But, of course, somewhere between there and clicking on the link it goes all wonky (that's technical language, you know).

Running around.

The 9th is quickly approaching. When I see dates where there will be a deadline they always seem so far away. So, tonight and tomorrow I will be knitting at least one more barn raising quilt square and washing what I have. I'll show pictures once they are blocking.

I had some good finds at a couple of estate sales today. I love estate sales and am so happy that it's that time of year now. Of course, now I need to sort out some dishes (on my to-do list for awhile now) to donate. We have too many anyway. But, I've also been trying to keep and buy things that we really like.

Happy rest of weekend!

A quiz it is.

You Are Bicycling

You are an energetic, driven person. You try to live a good life. You are industrious and determined. You happily and willingly do hard work. You are deeply philosophical. You are concerned with doing things the best way. You love freedom to explore and experiment. You don't like rules.

What Type of Transportation Are You?