Look What Showed Up for Me

I hope all had a wonderful Mother's Day. I certainly did. I was treated like a queen , received lots of hugs and kisses, a beautiful bouquet of Red Roses from my DH and an Awesome Liz Clairbourne Green Crystal pin from my son. I also got to pick out something I wanted

so I chose this awesome. squishy, lovey dovey sock yarn from an incredible Ebay Seller: my_special_tea

I chose 2 beautiful hanks. The first is Chili Pepper on the left and Native on the right. The yarn is 90% wool and 10% nylon. This yarn will be perfect on my #2 for some terrific socks.

Check out The Spider Goddess at her Ebay Shop. She has great yarns for unbelievable prices, fast shipping and reasonable shipping charges.

http://stores.ebay.com/THE-SPECIAL-TEA-SHOP_W0QQsspagenameZL2222QQtZkm

I Need To Knit!

We have been blessed with my brother and SIL coming for a visit. They came to see Mom and Lil' Bro has been pleasantly surprised at how well Mom is doing. The staff at Ridgecrest NH take really great care of her.

I am jonesing for some knitting and my favorite novella One Life to Life. I haven't picked up my needles since Sunday and need to play the DVR and watch Monday and today's OLTL episodes so.....I am casting on for the other Hot Tamale Sock and watching OLTL.

Ahhhhhh.........Heaven....Simply Heaven! Now all I need is some Sweet Iced Tea..............

Catch ya later :)

Chocolate Covered Cherries on My Feet

I just finished this up..they need a washing and then off to the Nursing Home as a Charity Donation for Warming Families. I knitted on #7 dpn's using TLC Essentials. They are approx. a Women's Size 7-7 1/2. They will be toasty warm for someone's tootsies.

I'm Happier than a Pig in Puddin'!

Well, here it is...in all it's Wonky Glory...My Very First Knitted Sock Ever! I used Bernat Sox in Hot Tamale and I made it a shortie so I wouldn't waste yarn. I knitted on #2 dpn's.

I need to finish the other one. I learned alot from this sock. I am more confident and happy with my sock knitting ability. I cannot believe I taught myself with the help of KnittingHelp.com, Silver's Sock Class Tut and some books. This little puppy was ripped out so many times the yarn started to split but I am as pleased as a Pig in Puddin'! :)

Where has the Time Gone?

OMG! I cannot believe it has been a year since I posted to this blog. How time flies when you are having fun. Lot's of things have been going on with me and it's 5:00 AM and I've gotta go to work soon but i have every intention to come back and start back up with regular blogging.

One of the nicest developments that has happened is I learned to knit! I am hooked and I can honestly say I love to knit! I have slowly graduated from flat hats and scarves...I knitted my first sock. It's quite Wonky but it works and I am proud of it. I will post a pic and get this blog rollin' again.

Have a great day!

Donna

Long Time Away

Oh My how time flies when you having fun! It's been a long time since I posted to my blog but I will try and make an effort to keep it up-to-date from now on.

Lots of things have been going on since I last posted. We had family visit, friends visit for Bike Week, I got a new puppy, I got a part-time job and I am continuing to crochet for charity. I had someone ask me the other day if I still made jewelry to sell. My answer was basically No..not at this time. I have really enjoyed not being constrained by deadlines..it took all the pleasure away. So now I am into crocheting for charity and I have lots of gifts to make this year. Starting with family.

I got a part-time job at Goody's Family clothing which is opening up here in DeLand in May. I am only wanting to work approx. 15 hrs a week and it's mainly to help with the finances around here.....and the biggest reason of all....to build up a savings. I have been worried lately about our future and I feel we need a nest egg....a bigger one!

My son just got his license and he will go to work this summer. I would like to help him with his first car. That was something my mom was never able to do for us so I want to help him. He is also in braces and his mouth is costing us a monthly payment.

I dream of a family vacation. I have always wanted to go to Washington, D.C. I would also like to see the Georgia Aquarium this summer. So I have been busy. I am a little apprehensive about the extra job but hopefully I can do it. I was thinking that it may help with my slow metabolism. I went to the Doctor a couple weeks ago and I have gained 20 pounds in the last 6 months. I already knew that but when your Dcotor tells you to get if off before October, then it really hits home.

So with that I shared a picture of my new baby - Rosie. She is a Chorkie - 1/2 Yorkie and 1/2 Chiuhuahua. She weighs 4 lbs now. She has gained 2 lbs in the 2 months we have had her. She is so adorable, loving and smart. My cat Ms. Boots hasn't taken to her yet - honestly she doesn't like her at all right now and it's been 2 months.....but hopefully with time she will.

Till Next Time,

Donna

Love Is In The Air

Wow, It's been a long time since I posted. Time sure does fly when you're having fun! It's February - the month of Love and the picture here is a hat that I tested. The wonderful pattern was provided by Wormie over at Crochetville. She made up the pattern for charities. I love the pattern and have made 2 hats for the March Charity Blitz at Crochetville. We are to do Hat and Scarf Sets for Freedom Village USA. Thanks for such a great pattern Wormie!

Happy Crafting!!

Donna