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Oops.
Yesterday I dropped my camera on the driveway! GASP!! It looks fine… sigh. but it’s dead. It’s not only merely dead, it’s really most sincerely dead. quiet weeping. Wasn’t expecting to have to get a new camera anytime soon. So … Continue reading
A Belated Blogiversary
My first blog post was on December 23, 2010. I’ve blogged for over a year! It hardly seems possible that I’ve done this for so long. Yet, there are times when this feels like such an old habit, I can … Continue reading
I’ve Been Thinkin’
Beginning with Thanksgiving Day, there is an abundance of special foods, music, decorations, parties, gifts, cards and programs we can enjoy as the year draws to a close. Thanks to the traditions of Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Boxing Day and Three Kings … Continue reading
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A Very Merry Christmas to You and Yours
I hope Santa tucked some beautiful hooks (and/or needles) in your stocking last night and left piles of luscious yarn under your tree! Linda @ alottastitches
Thanksgiving – Giving Thanks
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Day in the United States, a time to gather with family, enjoy a special meal, and, hopefully, to thoughtfully give thanks. I received an email on Sunday that I want to share with you. It’s from the … Continue reading
Appreciating Electricity!
My heart leapt at the sound of the water pump automatically switching on, signifying our electrical power’s return, sometime (can’t read the dial of a vintage wind-up alarm clock in the dark) last night. What a relief! Although the lights … Continue reading
A Senior Moment Coming Soon
We ran into both the Good Will and Savers stores while out running errands this evening, still looking for a thrifty suit and/or overcoat for DH. Our hunt began just before Christmas. I pointed out this big sign in the … Continue reading
More Snow
Another sixteen inches of snow came during the night, which gave me a prime opportunity to learn how to use our large snow blower. WWwwa-Hoo! DH was able to put in a full day’s work from home, which meant no … Continue reading
Pre-shopping at Sal’s
I ran into Sal’s today just to see what was new and noticed three rather large gathered skirts made from quilt fabrics; safari animals, tie dye and flames! I’m thinking about going back on Wednesday, when all clothing (except those … Continue reading
SNOW
It snowed about 12 inches last night. DH ran the snow blower this morning until one of the tires went flat while he was clearing the mouth of our driveway. We have no idea what he may have run over, … Continue reading
