Back from Amana

Well, I am back from Amana. Rested and relaxed, but anxious to get on with regular stuff in my life. For those of you looking for fiber content – knitting or spinning, just wait for another day because this post doesn’t have it.
Okay, so I have a few things to say about Iowa. [...]

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Going on a Little Trip

My sister Chaachi and I are going on a little trip to Iowa to stay in the Amana Colonies. I have been there several times, but a long time ago.
Why go? It is just a nice place to kick back, shop, look at things, eat good food. It’s a relaxed energy that [...]

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A Wonderful Weekend

WT and I don’t go out much. It was high time we did because I couldn’t remember when was the last time. I thought we hadn’t really gone out on a "date" at all this year (!) but he seems to remember a night out with friends. Anyway, my brother Mark mentioned [...]

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Secret Pal 5 Questionnaire

1. Are you a yarn snob (do you prefer higher quality and/or natural fibers)? Do you avoid Red Heart and Lion Brand? Or is it all the same to you? –It depends. I don’t mind knitting with acrylic sometimes – especially if it is for a child’s gift going to someone with dubious washing [...]

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Something to Cheer Me Up

Sometimes when I have big events and they go well, the day directly after kind of sucks. Not a big suck, but kind of tired and grey.
That is what happened today. This weekend was pretty great. Taught a class, made a good chunk of money (yeah!) had fun and laughed with good [...]

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Finally, a connection

I love (not in any particular order folks) the Dave Matthews Band, knitting, spinning, my husband, family, furkids, etc. Up until now getting some of these loves connected has taken a lot of work and frankly, the puzzle pieces are just not fitting too well. It is just so great when two more [...]

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Not Bitter But Not Going

I’m not bitter about not going to the Maryland Sheep and Wool Festival because I feel a little bit comforted by going to our (MN) own Sheep and Wool Festival called Shepherd’s Harvest Sheep & Wool Festival. No, it isn’t so large that you have to prepare a spreadsheet to help you decide which [...]

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Completed Cat Bed

I finally finished the monster sized cat bed. I seriously thought about ripping it all out when I finished, because I knew there was no way in heaven or hell this thing would felt down to a size that would suit me.
But, I went ahead and felted it anyway. Oh, before we go [...]

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