About some friends that are separated...
5: Mom, what made J's mom and dad stop loving each other?
Me: I'm not so sure...let me get back to you.
5: What do you think would make them remember how they used to love each other, then they could move back in together.
WOW! Out of the mouth of babes.
This weekend will mark the 12th anniversary of our first date. May we never forget why we fell in love.
4.26.2007
4.23.2007
It's been too long...
I can't even remember all that's happened in the last few weeks. And that alone convinces me of the importance of blogging regularly. In fact, I was looking at photos over the weekend, and I don't have that many vivid memories of the last two years without looking at the photos for a trigger. I'm sure that's just the way it is with 3 small ones.
Healthwise:
4 & 1 have coughs...they gave me a stuffy nose. I'm trying to figure out how I can still make it to MOPS in the morning when I can't let them go to their classes...or maybe they'll be well by then. I have to bring cinnamon rolls (I'm making them today...my mom's recipe) and gifts for my table, and share my testimony. Can I do all that with a 1 (almost 2) on my lap because she certainly won't sit still?
Kidwise:
4 has had a ton of dental work...even many adults won't have had to go through what he has. Well, last week he fell again. And nearly knocked out his front tooth. And get this, the dentist says we'll try to save it for as long as possible...because boys don't usually get their adult upper teeth until 7...that would be 3 years with a hole in his smile. At least M can have the hockey player he dreams of.
Schoolwise:
We've decided to go with a charter school. I have my packet and an appointment scheduled to complete registration. We've got a group of friends...that will make the greatest support system for all of us. We're planning on meeting once a week for science. Should be so much fun for the 4 kindergartners and the 2 pre-K. Meeting this week to discuss the particulars of that. And then curriculum fair at the charter school in May. Now, if there were just a way for my in-laws to not think we've lost our minds.
Knitwise:
I am knitting, even if not blogging about it. I'm working on a partial garter stitch miter blanket for 1's dolls. I'd like to be done for her birthday, but it doesn't look like that will happen. I knit up one (now I totally understand 2nd sock syndrome) twinkletoes, but the toddler size is too small for my wee one. I did notice quit a bit of "rowing out" on those...but I didn't know that's what it was called until I read about it here. I have so much to learn...what would I do without knit-bloggers...I learn so much from those who knit and write about it. I have 5 more balls of Rowan Calmer from the yarn shopping spree my dad took me on. I did want mommy/daughter matching twinkletoes, but I'm going to have to work on the "rowing out" before I work with the Calmer again. I do LOVE the yarn, but the ridges...not so much. We took a vacation to Napa, and I didn't want to pack a big project because I knew that this trip wasn't about that. So, I decided to make some puppers. I have 3 bunnies and a piggie...when will I get to putting eyes on them. Maybe I'm just not a finisher. I also have 2 purse ready to felt...but they have been sitting in my box for a while now. I have some super bulky yarn that I got 75% off...and I wanted to knit Ubernatural...but I'm short on the yardage. The Bulky Mini Cardigan is my 2nd choice. Maybe I'll swatch...and see what I can get out of my yarn. It's really pretty...teal, lime, blue mix in a boucle. I can't find it online anywhere. It's Mondial Fusion yarn. I love it...and I'd like it to be something other than a scarf I'll never wear.
OK...there's more, but if I sit here any longer my house may look like 3 tornadoes ran through. Seriously, are my kids just wilder than most...or do other houses look like this too? I'm learning that I have to put perfectionism behind me or I'll lose my sanity. And really, if I have to choose a clean house or happy kids...the kids win hands down. km
Healthwise:
4 & 1 have coughs...they gave me a stuffy nose. I'm trying to figure out how I can still make it to MOPS in the morning when I can't let them go to their classes...or maybe they'll be well by then. I have to bring cinnamon rolls (I'm making them today...my mom's recipe) and gifts for my table, and share my testimony. Can I do all that with a 1 (almost 2) on my lap because she certainly won't sit still?
Kidwise:
4 has had a ton of dental work...even many adults won't have had to go through what he has. Well, last week he fell again. And nearly knocked out his front tooth. And get this, the dentist says we'll try to save it for as long as possible...because boys don't usually get their adult upper teeth until 7...that would be 3 years with a hole in his smile. At least M can have the hockey player he dreams of.
Schoolwise:
We've decided to go with a charter school. I have my packet and an appointment scheduled to complete registration. We've got a group of friends...that will make the greatest support system for all of us. We're planning on meeting once a week for science. Should be so much fun for the 4 kindergartners and the 2 pre-K. Meeting this week to discuss the particulars of that. And then curriculum fair at the charter school in May. Now, if there were just a way for my in-laws to not think we've lost our minds.
Knitwise:
I am knitting, even if not blogging about it. I'm working on a partial garter stitch miter blanket for 1's dolls. I'd like to be done for her birthday, but it doesn't look like that will happen. I knit up one (now I totally understand 2nd sock syndrome) twinkletoes, but the toddler size is too small for my wee one. I did notice quit a bit of "rowing out" on those...but I didn't know that's what it was called until I read about it here. I have so much to learn...what would I do without knit-bloggers...I learn so much from those who knit and write about it. I have 5 more balls of Rowan Calmer from the yarn shopping spree my dad took me on. I did want mommy/daughter matching twinkletoes, but I'm going to have to work on the "rowing out" before I work with the Calmer again. I do LOVE the yarn, but the ridges...not so much. We took a vacation to Napa, and I didn't want to pack a big project because I knew that this trip wasn't about that. So, I decided to make some puppers. I have 3 bunnies and a piggie...when will I get to putting eyes on them. Maybe I'm just not a finisher. I also have 2 purse ready to felt...but they have been sitting in my box for a while now. I have some super bulky yarn that I got 75% off...and I wanted to knit Ubernatural...but I'm short on the yardage. The Bulky Mini Cardigan is my 2nd choice. Maybe I'll swatch...and see what I can get out of my yarn. It's really pretty...teal, lime, blue mix in a boucle. I can't find it online anywhere. It's Mondial Fusion yarn. I love it...and I'd like it to be something other than a scarf I'll never wear.
OK...there's more, but if I sit here any longer my house may look like 3 tornadoes ran through. Seriously, are my kids just wilder than most...or do other houses look like this too? I'm learning that I have to put perfectionism behind me or I'll lose my sanity. And really, if I have to choose a clean house or happy kids...the kids win hands down. km
4.04.2007
Am I Preppy?
Scout asked. I just had to laugh. Maybe I'm not the penny loafer type...but definately the girly gingham. Is that preppy? These are all from 1993...the year I graduated High School. In the top photo...the pink overalls are mine...and I'm wearing R's. We were on our way to Disneyland...9 girls in overalls...just to have dinner and take photos with the characters. Crazy...but you know I have the best memories from that night. I love my girlfriends. The daisy outfit...I made that. You can't see it in this photo, but there are even daisy buttons. And the aqua gingham...that was for a baseball game. So, this got me thinking...look how happy I was. These days, happiness seems harder to come by. We've experienced a lot of death in the family lately...and some other health concerns. So, maybe I just need some more PINK. AND SOME GINGHAM! How can that not be cheery?
4.03.2007
Spring Felted Bag Exchange
Here's my Questionaire...
1. How long have you been knitting? How did you learn? I first learned to knit when I was 10 or 12. My Gram taught me. She’s the knitter in our family. I did a few warshcloths, but I wondered why spend ALL. THOSE. HOURS. just to dunk your knitting in the dirty sink water. Then, I left knitting for quicker kinds of crafts. But tell me…is a 12 x 16 Thomas Kincade counted cross stitch with a million French knots quicker?! Maybe it just wasn’t my time. If only I’d known then that with practice the knits and purls would fly off my needles. I picked up knitting again when I was on bed rest during my 3rd pregnancy. This time I took to knitting like a duck to water. Then in March 2006 when my Gram passed away, I began knitting with obsession, as a way to grieve. Seriously, I have to knit (even if it’s just a row) every day. Knitting does wonders for my peace. It’s how I keep my sanity with 3 little ones home full time (we’re starting homeschool in the fall…so it’s not like they’re going anywhere any time soon.) And it’s how I will always remember the generations that came before me…and I. WILL. PASS. IT. ON!
2. What are your favorite yarns to knit felted bags with? I usually use cascade 220, because I get consistent results, and there’s a large color selection at my LYS...but I’m open to try other things.
3. What are your favorite needles to knit with? It depends. Addi turbos for double stranded wool items. Bamboo for DPNs (otherwise I drop stitches) And some old needles that were my grandma’s…they’re sentimental and I think it’s great that some of them cost 35 cents for a small circular or 75 cents for a set of 5 DPN…she kept them in the original package.
4. What are the last 3 bags you knitted (include URL for Yahoo! or flickr album or your blog if you have them!)? You can also link to patterns if you don't have pictures of your finished objects! Banana Hobo Bag, Ladybug bag (as a little girls purse in hot pink with lime accent, and in bright aqua with bright fun fur trim), Vintage Bubble Bag… I’ve only bought Pursenalities…so I started there.
5. Do you carry the bags that you knit, give them as gifts, or both? Both
6. What is your favorite felted bag that you have knit for yourself? My first one...a vintage bubble bag in Lime with Squiggle from Crystal Palace around the top. I'll post a photo if I remember to take one. That's a FO from before my blogging days.
7. What are your favorite colors? Do you like bags in these colors or choose other colors? My favorite colors…hmm…the rainbow. Seriously…if wildflowers come in that color then I LOVE IT. I probably wouldn’t like an orange bag though. Think Spring! And I love to wear denim, so that's probably a good choice for me too!
8. Chocolate: White, Milk, Dark, or not so much? Definitely Dark!
9. Coffee, Tea, or Milk? COFFEE! =0)
10. Do you prefer sweet or salty treats? What kinds? SWEET! =0)
11. If you went into Bath and Body Works and could only come out with one item, what would it be and what would it smell like? A candle…freesia
12. Do you enjoy any other crafts or hobbies? Do you collect anything? I used to do a lot of counted cross stitch, sew, quilt…but preschoolers, there’s not much time. Maybe soon…. And, I collect rocks. Just the normal kind you pick up outside…but I have rocks from every trip I’ve ever been on. I’d also like to start collecting patches.
13. Are there any bag patterns you have not yet knit, but hope to someday? Entrelac Market Squares Bag
14. What is currently OTN (on the needles) for you? Mitered Square Doll Blanket for 2 yr. birthday…have to finish soon.
15. What is your most recent finished object before that? Daisy Cardigan By Marie Grace...not sure if it's the most recent...but definitely my favorite.
16. What's cutest: Puppies, Piggies or Pixies? Piggies…and I really like the one here.
17. Do you enjoy reading? Books, Magazines, or both? Both
18. Do you have any children? (kid-kind or pet-kind apply!) Boy 5, Boy 4, Girl almost 2
19. What are some of your favorite yarns for other projects? I like washable yarns for projects…see #18
20. And for the final question, one I see debated all over: Novelty Yarn: Love it! Hate it! or It depends! It depends. See #6.
1. How long have you been knitting? How did you learn? I first learned to knit when I was 10 or 12. My Gram taught me. She’s the knitter in our family. I did a few warshcloths, but I wondered why spend ALL. THOSE. HOURS. just to dunk your knitting in the dirty sink water. Then, I left knitting for quicker kinds of crafts. But tell me…is a 12 x 16 Thomas Kincade counted cross stitch with a million French knots quicker?! Maybe it just wasn’t my time. If only I’d known then that with practice the knits and purls would fly off my needles. I picked up knitting again when I was on bed rest during my 3rd pregnancy. This time I took to knitting like a duck to water. Then in March 2006 when my Gram passed away, I began knitting with obsession, as a way to grieve. Seriously, I have to knit (even if it’s just a row) every day. Knitting does wonders for my peace. It’s how I keep my sanity with 3 little ones home full time (we’re starting homeschool in the fall…so it’s not like they’re going anywhere any time soon.) And it’s how I will always remember the generations that came before me…and I. WILL. PASS. IT. ON!
2. What are your favorite yarns to knit felted bags with? I usually use cascade 220, because I get consistent results, and there’s a large color selection at my LYS...but I’m open to try other things.
3. What are your favorite needles to knit with? It depends. Addi turbos for double stranded wool items. Bamboo for DPNs (otherwise I drop stitches) And some old needles that were my grandma’s…they’re sentimental and I think it’s great that some of them cost 35 cents for a small circular or 75 cents for a set of 5 DPN…she kept them in the original package.
4. What are the last 3 bags you knitted (include URL for Yahoo! or flickr album or your blog if you have them!)? You can also link to patterns if you don't have pictures of your finished objects! Banana Hobo Bag, Ladybug bag (as a little girls purse in hot pink with lime accent, and in bright aqua with bright fun fur trim), Vintage Bubble Bag… I’ve only bought Pursenalities…so I started there.
5. Do you carry the bags that you knit, give them as gifts, or both? Both
6. What is your favorite felted bag that you have knit for yourself? My first one...a vintage bubble bag in Lime with Squiggle from Crystal Palace around the top. I'll post a photo if I remember to take one. That's a FO from before my blogging days.
7. What are your favorite colors? Do you like bags in these colors or choose other colors? My favorite colors…hmm…the rainbow. Seriously…if wildflowers come in that color then I LOVE IT. I probably wouldn’t like an orange bag though. Think Spring! And I love to wear denim, so that's probably a good choice for me too!
8. Chocolate: White, Milk, Dark, or not so much? Definitely Dark!
9. Coffee, Tea, or Milk? COFFEE! =0)
10. Do you prefer sweet or salty treats? What kinds? SWEET! =0)
11. If you went into Bath and Body Works and could only come out with one item, what would it be and what would it smell like? A candle…freesia
12. Do you enjoy any other crafts or hobbies? Do you collect anything? I used to do a lot of counted cross stitch, sew, quilt…but preschoolers, there’s not much time. Maybe soon…. And, I collect rocks. Just the normal kind you pick up outside…but I have rocks from every trip I’ve ever been on. I’d also like to start collecting patches.
13. Are there any bag patterns you have not yet knit, but hope to someday? Entrelac Market Squares Bag
14. What is currently OTN (on the needles) for you? Mitered Square Doll Blanket for 2 yr. birthday…have to finish soon.
15. What is your most recent finished object before that? Daisy Cardigan By Marie Grace...not sure if it's the most recent...but definitely my favorite.
16. What's cutest: Puppies, Piggies or Pixies? Piggies…and I really like the one here.
17. Do you enjoy reading? Books, Magazines, or both? Both
18. Do you have any children? (kid-kind or pet-kind apply!) Boy 5, Boy 4, Girl almost 2
19. What are some of your favorite yarns for other projects? I like washable yarns for projects…see #18
20. And for the final question, one I see debated all over: Novelty Yarn: Love it! Hate it! or It depends! It depends. See #6.
3.26.2007
Wish I had photos...but at least I'm blogging.
It's Monday...and I'm trying to blog at least every Monday. But come to think of it now, I'm not sure if I wrote last week, or if that was 2 weeks ago. Even when I can't create a new post, I do read other blogs...instead of a newspaper...with my morning coffee. I read something interesting last week...why blog if no one is reading/leaving comments. I don't really write this to others...it's more a collection place for my thoughts...and if someone finds me and stops to say "HI!" I"m pleased to make a new friend, but I'll write weather else anyone is reading or not. I'm just happy to have a little corner in my life that doesn't have to be about my kids...oh, but wait...I do talk about them a lot. I don't know why I'm here...but I know that blogging is important to me...and my sanity. I hope that the processing of my thoughts helps me to realize how blessed I am to have fun children, time for a hobby...and time to talk about both.
Schoolwise:
My copy of Five in a Row came this weekend. Reading this makes me more excited about the coming school year.
Knitwise:
I lost my Spiral Rib Bag...I think the kids were using it as a sleeping bag for a doll. I'll have to find it so I can take pictures.
I finished the knitting of the Banana Hobo Bag, but I'm not sure when I'll felt it. The bags store easier when they're floppy, and I don't like having wet wool around for days. Maybe when the weather warms up again, or maybe if I need a gift. Or maybe if I have more things to felt with it...
I found some little trinkets to knit. Felted Fortune Cookies! How cute is that! I knit one with the Cascade 220 in camel that I had to buy to finish the Hobo Bag...perfect cookie color. I knit this up during just one American Idol. Now, to find time to felt...hmmm didn't I just have that problem. Check out Indigo Muse ...I was there again to get that link (in case someone is reading), and saw she's got a pattern for sale...and the proceeds go to Heifer. And I just had to laugh...I call my little 1 'chichi'!
Since knitting is my obsession, I'm always curious about projects that drive others to KNIT. UNTIL. FINISHED! So, when Cara sat on the couch for a whole weekend, I knew I had to check it out. But the thing is, stripes didn't do it for me. I'd printed out the Partial Garter Miter months ago...and finally decided to knit a few...ok, well maybe I'll knit a bunch. It is addicting. I like how Kay says "Yes, it's very special to me. I can't say why." I get that. For some reason the Partial Garter gets to me like plain stockinette couldn't...even if it was an opportunity to play with color. But, that's what I love about knitting. It's just a medium of expression. And each piece has it's own voice.
Time to go kiss little ones good night...km
Schoolwise:
My copy of Five in a Row came this weekend. Reading this makes me more excited about the coming school year.
Knitwise:
I lost my Spiral Rib Bag...I think the kids were using it as a sleeping bag for a doll. I'll have to find it so I can take pictures.
I finished the knitting of the Banana Hobo Bag, but I'm not sure when I'll felt it. The bags store easier when they're floppy, and I don't like having wet wool around for days. Maybe when the weather warms up again, or maybe if I need a gift. Or maybe if I have more things to felt with it...
I found some little trinkets to knit. Felted Fortune Cookies! How cute is that! I knit one with the Cascade 220 in camel that I had to buy to finish the Hobo Bag...perfect cookie color. I knit this up during just one American Idol. Now, to find time to felt...hmmm didn't I just have that problem. Check out Indigo Muse ...I was there again to get that link (in case someone is reading), and saw she's got a pattern for sale...and the proceeds go to Heifer. And I just had to laugh...I call my little 1 'chichi'!
Since knitting is my obsession, I'm always curious about projects that drive others to KNIT. UNTIL. FINISHED! So, when Cara sat on the couch for a whole weekend, I knew I had to check it out. But the thing is, stripes didn't do it for me. I'd printed out the Partial Garter Miter months ago...and finally decided to knit a few...ok, well maybe I'll knit a bunch. It is addicting. I like how Kay says "Yes, it's very special to me. I can't say why." I get that. For some reason the Partial Garter gets to me like plain stockinette couldn't...even if it was an opportunity to play with color. But, that's what I love about knitting. It's just a medium of expression. And each piece has it's own voice.
Time to go kiss little ones good night...km
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