Knit, Shower and Shave

We got a pony.......

2009-04-17T20:34:00.003-04:00

Yes - I am a Prissy and Sassy one!!
But I have to say, I love a GT and the sound it makes.....

This is our new pony - I call her Sally!!
We got her last week

GIDDY - UP!!!

Picture worth a 1,000,000 words

2009-03-29T19:07:00.002-04:00

Sunny also known as my little "Bunny" because he hops around likes to chill every once in a while on the weekends. He is a little laid back... Can you tell from his napping pose??

SPRING has Sprung!!

2009-03-29T18:45:00.006-04:00

I am so glad that Spring is finally here!

THAT MEANS BASEBALL IS HERE!! My very FAVE!!!!

Hunter made the JV baseball team and needless to say, we get to spend a ton of time outside. He is doing very well and having so much fun!!

Also - my tulip tree's are all in bloom! Yes - I do have several different colors. I love all of them!!!

Lillith "AKA - Lily" is almost done. This is a knit along with Dawn. I had to catch up with her as she only sleeps 1 hour a night. I honestly think she knits in her sleep!! Next is the Debbie Bliss pleated scarf is patiently waiting in the bag...(a lovely lime green from Jo Sharpe). Dawn finished hers and it looks quite YUMMY!!

I will post pics of knitted items soon!! (as well as new ones of the babies) !!

The last 8 months wrap up..

2009-02-15T14:29:00.002-05:00

This is my 100th blog. (FINALLY!!)

I know it has been a while and I am sorry for being so slack!

Here is a ADD/ADHD version of what all has been happening..

1. Kisa diagnosed with Hip displacia
2. June and July - Hunter started football practice for the highschool
3. Hunter stated Highschool
4. August - Hunter played Travel baseball on the weekends while starting highschool and playing JV football. Needless to say - for 12 weeks straight - practice Monday through Wednesday, JV football game Thursday, pack for trip Friday, Baseball Sat and Sunday. I know it sounds like a ton - but I would not change a thing as I enjoy watching him play so much!!
5. Buldging Disc - L5 while at a travel baseball game with 130 mile ride back. Went to pick up a flip flop...
6. Thanksgiving
7. Sister went to have "Eggs placed"!! Cant wait to be an aunt!!
8. Eye trouble - went to regular eye doc, Retina specialist and Feb 17th I go to the optical nerve specialist as I have over 60% of my perifial vision blocked. Needless to say - having trouble with seeing!!
9. Sister had 1st ultrasound and she is having Twins
10. December - rash broke out on face, thought it was an allergic reaction. Nope - External Lupus.
11. Company meging with Credit Union to be part of Insurance Division
12. Christmas and New Years
13. Merger complete but we are in process of getting everything done and up
14. Sister got ultrasound and she is having 1 girl and 1 boy! I am so EXCITED!!
15. Jan - Baseball practive for JV baseball started

So needless to say, I have been quite the busy bee and I am still knitting up a storm!! Go to my ravelry to see new pictures .... I cant put them here as there are gifts I am working on I do not want eyes to see!!

During the middle of all of this- I want to Thank Dawn and Pam for being such wonderful friends and letting me vent when needed or just getting away ! Love you both!!!

Take care--
Hugs and Kisses!!

I am....

2008-12-02T17:34:00.001-05:00

Still alive.

I will follow up soon with the past 6 months.

I have been a BAD blogger!!!

Princess Kisa turns 2....

2008-05-25T19:36:00.002-04:00

Baby Girl Kisa turned 2 on May 8th.
She is such a prissy thing.
But - sometimes she does not like to have her pictures taken..

I love you baby girl!!

April showers bring May flowers and new guests...

2008-05-25T19:21:00.003-04:00

Just a couple things around the yard and new guest in one of my birdhouses..
I love this time of the year!!

Birthday celebration with my Girlies!!

2008-05-25T18:51:00.004-04:00

Last Saturday- my bestest girlies took me out for the day. It was so pretty out!! Jeannie, Dawn and I met at Pannera Bread at 10:30 for a Brunch, then I got to open gifts from them both. They spoiled me. Jeannie gave me the Scottish Highlands Knit Book snd made me a beautiful card and 2 flowers and Dawn gave me a notepad, kitty stickers, a ankle bracelet for the beach and a beautiful fair isle hat, The Siena Hat, that she had made. They over did it!!

Then on to some LYS in Greensboro that I had not been to. Needless to say - THIS AND THAT in Greensboro is my kind of shop! I bought a pattern and di.vi` Fiamma in a beautiful bue and teal combo to make the Cropped Raglan top, and 2 skeins each of Paca-Paints (100% Superfine Alpaca) in #404 Moonlight and #405 Playful to make something just Prissy!! I also bought a beautiful top as well as they sell not just yarn, but clothes and jewelry and handbags too!! The owner was so sweet and friendly and very helpful!! I will go back very very soon!! We did stop at 2 more, and I got The Second Treasury of Magical Knitting to make kitty beds.

To end the day, a stop at Cold Stone for Chocolate Ice Cream with Butterfinger - my fave!! It was so nice to sit outside and relax!

I had such a great time! Thank you both for my Special Day!! I love you both dearly!!

What am I working on??

2008-05-25T18:42:00.003-04:00

I have to say I am IN LOVE WITH SUBLIME!!
Right now I am woking on "Shell" from the Sublime organtic cotton dk book. I love this yarn and have used in on several things....
I am almost done with the front and need to put on the neckband and stitch up sides. It is SOOOO soft!!

Never too Busy to slip a knit!!

2008-05-06T22:57:00.002-04:00

I have been knitting, just not posting...

1 Parisian, 1 Tank, 1 Wrap, 2 scarves...

See more pics on Ravelry within the next couple of days!!

Middle School Chorus trip to Carowinds..

2008-05-06T22:46:00.002-04:00

Yes - just put SUCKER on my forehead!!

Actually - this was the best field trip I have EVER been on!! The kids were GREAT!!

They did a chorus competition on last Saturday at Carowinds and received all Superiors. Then we got to play the rest of the day.

See the pictures before the Wild Thorneberry's River Adventure and AFTER!!

I will take Hunter and some of his buddies back as it was a BLAST!!

Well - Another one bites the dust....

2008-05-06T22:29:00.005-04:00

Yes - Another Birthday - Came and gone!!

I hit 36 on Monday!! Yahoo!! Cinco-de-Mayo!!

Wayne treated me to some new prescription shades and a Yarn Sale at Common Threads!!

Juicy Contours!! Sassy - aren't they!!

They even have a prissy little shoe on the side!!

At the yarn sale - I got 12 skeins of my new obsession - Sublime Organtic Cotton - 9 in pink and a 3 in blue!!
I also got 2 new books, and 5 skeins Noro Transitions and 8 skeins Cash Iroha at 65% off!!

Sunny Bunny Boy turns 1 year old...

2008-04-08T18:22:00.006-04:00

My sunny Bunny turns 1 on April 9th! He is a a Cream and White Long Hair Exotic Persian from Cotn Hill He is such a sweetie! Here are some recent photos. He makes me laugh!

Happy Birthday Sunny Bunny Boy!! Momma luvs you!!

New Knits..

2008-04-08T18:04:00.007-04:00

I actually knit somethings in the last 2 months.. see more details on Ravelry in the next couple of days.

New Sit and Knit spots

2008-04-08T17:57:00.005-04:00

Well - as I said after New Years, I got new Furniture. It came in March.

I also re-did a bedroom into a knit-knook! See what I treated myself too....I got me a TV too!!

So I ended up with 2 new spots!!

Susan Zanni - the Parisian Tote Queen

2008-04-08T17:51:00.004-04:00

Knit Picky (the LYS in Winston-Salem, NC) had Susan Zanni (One of my faves)come to teach a class on her Parisian Totes and short cuts and tips for doing her things...

I won't tell the secrets, but she is a HOOT!!

I had "Thelma and Louise" with me in the class as well! Speaking of HOOTS!! (Very bad picture of me...)

It was a great class and her bags are just beautiful! She is from Rochester NY and her shop is The Yarne Source. Check her out.

I have done 2 of her bags and have yarn for 2 more... Wait and see what I have coming!!

Absence makes the heart grow fonder....

2008-04-08T17:34:00.007-04:00

Did you miss me??

There has been so much to happen in the past 2 months.

My sweet husband gave me the most wonderful gift, the flu - But I decided to return it and gave it back. It took me a couple weeks to get over that.

Finished some remodeling.

New Furniture.

8th grade field trip to DC - had a BLAST!! I really want to go back and spend more time there. We saw the sites and even had a dance party on a boat on the Potomac

Baseball and Basketball...

Work Work Work!!

Little Knitting...

1st pics of 2008

2008-01-17T17:13:00.000-05:00

I do still knit, I DO!!

Here I am for 2008....

2008-01-17T16:44:00.000-05:00

Yes, I still knit. I promise. Lots going on so I thought I'd let you know I am still her but I am not really in a writing mood...

Hugs and kisses to all.....

New Years eve......

2007-12-31T19:05:00.000-05:00

Boy - We miss Hunter!! No running him anywhere. No - Can you wash this before my date? No - Can I have some money ? Needless to say --- It is TOO QUIET!!!

So what does this wild and crazy couple do on New Years????????

We went furniture shopping and bought new furniture and then to Hooters for Buffalo Shrimp and Starbucks and home by 6:15---- YAHOO WHAT A NIGHT!!

(furniture will be here in 6 weeks - I will post pictures then. I even got a NEW KNITTING CHAIR!!!!)

I am glad 2007 is over....

2007-12-31T18:56:00.000-05:00

As you all know - 2007 was a very rough year for me emotionally and physically.

Losing 2 of my precious babies and my surgery and the new babies numerous surgeries because the F'n vet is a pure lying A-hole and getting ready for a court battle with Hunter's dad has basically taken all santity from me.

I know everything happens for a reason and that each thing that comes up in our life is a test to see how we can handle it. Boy 2007 has really put me to the test!!

Losing 2 of my boys and a surgery with in 30 days was quite a test. It is still hard and I think of them numerous times a day and miss them and still cry. With that - we were also brought 2 new ones to love. They are both so sweet and we love them.

Through it all - Wayne was right there with me through the tears and the pain and sleepless nights. He is my strength and my soul mate and I love him with all my heart!!

I have to say - I am glad 2007 is over!!

Finished, Started and Stashed

2007-12-26T19:55:00.000-05:00

Enough said..

Here is the most recent Finished, Started and Stashed....

Xmas at the Sassy house

2007-12-26T19:45:00.000-05:00

Yes - It was a quiet and wonderful day.

Here are some pictures and YES - I FINALLY GOT A CAMERA OF MY OWN!!

Christmas with my "GIRLIES"

2007-12-26T19:38:00.000-05:00

This has been a great year....

I have met 2 women that I just adore that are my girlies! AND THEY KNIT!!!

We exchanged gifts for Christmas and had so much fun.

Thank you Dawn and Jeannie for everything!

Dawn gave me the Knitters Stash and Jeannie gave me Handknit Holidays!

I have SUCH GREAT FRIENDS!!

I love the both of you!!!

Merry Christmas and Happy Knitting in 2008!! I think it is almost time to plan..... A ROAD TRIP!!!!

Knit Picky Christmas Party

2007-12-26T19:31:00.000-05:00

December 9th was Knit Picky's Christmas Party at Foothills Brewery

Yes - I know. I am very very late posting pics and everything.

Anyway - here they are.

FYI - That is me with the new "RED" doo!!

I won a doorprize too and the Lantern Moon Basket was from the Dirty Santa Game.

We had good times with good food, drinks and friends.

The Tale of the Pissed Off Puddies.......

2007-11-20T17:55:00.000-05:00

Poor, Poor Puddie-tats!

Needless to say, they spent their first night away from home Monday night. No -- it was not a plush kitty resort soaking up rays and drinking milk out of bowls with little umbrellas. No...it was not that at all.

Both Loki and Sunny spent the "Dreaded" stay at the vet to be declawed and their "Pride" worked on!! We had both fixed. Yes, they are pissed at me!! They would not hardly even look at me to get their pictures made in their cute "lampshade" collars. They look so ashamed and pissed.

Apparently - the little devil came out in Loki while there as well and decided--"You have to hold me better than that to stick a thermometer up my rear!" He apparently "Latched" onto the assistants skin. I warned him that he is a little fiesty. Loki kept messing with his and made his paw bleed, so he is in a collar.

Sunny, of course, was sweet Sunny. Flop him around like a sack of taters or a wet noodle. Sunny kept jumping up on stuff, so he in in a collar too!

Kisa is mad and pouting cause she can't be with them. Her is a Poutyy Puss!!

Don't they look happy..... I will sleep with one eye open from now on.....

Coffee Swap 3 package from Gretchen.....

2007-11-20T17:46:00.000-05:00

My swap partner was Gretchen from WI. She is THE BESTEST!!

Look at all my goodies!! I got the best smelling coffee from Indigo Coffee and tea. And some other fun flavors too! A beautiful bag, cookies (not in picture - I ate them all!!), Twizzlers, gum, choc., notecards, a wonderful smelling candle AND- YARN!!! 1 skein of Lang JaWoll and Blackberry Ridge (a local yarn near her house) in color: Sierra Madre that Miss Sophie helped pick out!!

The box was fantastic too with GREAT artwork!! I loved it!!

I cant wait to start knitting and sipping!

I really enjoyed this swap as it was fun to get to know Gretchen and what could be more fun to get new different yarn, coffee and meet new friends!!

Thank you SO VERY MUCH!!

My sweet friend Jeannie...

2007-11-20T17:41:00.000-05:00

Jeannie is such a sweetheart and great friend!! Look what she sent to me....
The aqua matches my bathroom and the yellow has a sun! I LOVE THEM!!

Seeing them inspired me to make my FIRST dishcloth! Mine is denim color in a basketweave. They are fun to make and take no time!! YIPEE!!

Fancy Gap Mt, Mosaic, Needle on the Square, Downtown Roanoke and Hollywoods

2007-11-01T21:21:00.000-04:00

Well - 3 knitters gone wild!!
Needless to say - It was quite the day!!
The Drive up to Blacksburg up Fancy Gap Mountain was so pretty. The leaves were just Changing.

Jeannie, Dawn and I headed out early for our day!! First Stop Mosaic Yarn in Blackburg Va. That is SUCH a CUTE SHOP!! The ladies were so sweet and they had some very pretty yarns and the COOLEST BAG EVER!! I got some Sublime in a beautiful Charcoal and Be Sweet in Chocolate Brown as I do not know anyone who carries it at any of my LYS. This is the shop that did the blankets for the families of the Va. Tech shootings. Their spirit was so wonderful and made us feel at home. They are even open on Sundays and invited us to come up any time to sit and knit!

Then down the Mountain to Roanoke to Needle on the Square where we bought even more... Wool and Mohair. Very nice shop and very nice and helpful staff.

Then on to downtown Roanoke to Center in the Square where I know Dawn fell in love with a pink bag that I am going to go back and get her. She had her eye on it!!

Then we wound down the day at Hollywoods to eat a bite and see my sister with fantastic food at Hollywoods. Flopsie was tired - so Tootie ate all the "Better Than Sex Cake".

We had so much fun and laughed and had a great time!! I can't wait til the next adventure!!

COMMON THREADS IS HAVING A SALE

2007-11-01T20:04:00.000-04:00

OH MY GOODNESS!! WHAT A SALE!!! 20-50% off of everything including needles and books!! Even bags!! I have NEVER seen a Sale like this before!!

EVERYTHING IN THE STORE!!!!

Look what I got for less than $23......ALL 5 Skeins were 50% off!! You have to go!!! It is well worth the drive to High Point!!!

My new purchase

2007-11-01T20:01:00.000-04:00

Here is a picture of my new bag! It is a ATENTI! I love it!! The picture does not do this justice!! It is suede and fur!!

What have I been up too???

2007-11-01T19:49:00.000-04:00

I promise I still Knit - I have just been so very busy, but here is proof.....

2 hats - ready to felt and still need to do flowers
1 bag - got to finish beading flowers
1 poncho - can't really see how pretty it really is
2 ladder shawls
1 Parisian Tote
and a lonely sock that I will show after I get the mate done

Just a little behind......

2007-11-01T19:40:00.000-04:00

I did receive my first SP box and I am just a little behind on the post. I did email her to thank her, but I did want to show you my goodies! Well - except for the Twizzlers and tea as they are gone already!! :)

My wonderful pal sent me Warm Vanilla Sugar lotion and bath gel from Bed Bath and Body!! YUMMY!!

AND BANANNA SILK - I LOVE THIS!!!! It is so PRETTY!!! And feels GREAT!! I want to get some more and do a scarf!!

AND Gypsy Girl Creations "Winter Solstice". It has my color - ORANGE!!

Thank you- Thank you- Thank you!!!

Pray for rain and a miracle...

2007-10-22T20:12:00.000-04:00

I just got off the phone with my grandmother whom I call "Mammie". The fires are about 10 miles North and South of her place and my neice Savannah's.

Please keep both in your thoughts and prayers.

Pray for Rain and a Miracle!!

Road trip...........

2007-10-18T17:55:00.000-04:00

Well, there is a road trip planned for next Saturday and we have been counting down for a couple weeks.

Dawn, Jeannie and myself are headed to Blacksburg, VA to go to Mosaic Yarn Shop (that is the shop that did the blankets for the families of the VT shootings) and then to Roanoke to shop downtown at Market on the Square and Needle on the Square Yarn Shop.

We are looking forward to our little outting with the girls! OH - I can't forget Tootie and Flopsie!! Stay tuned for the pictures.

Ribbett -- A toad in the Commode.............

2007-10-12T21:40:00.000-04:00

Well - after a long first start of the week - I thought to myself.. Self - this week has to get better!!
Work is so busy and I will be glad to get to December 1. For those that know me - I am an insurance broker. I set up insurance benefits for groups and individuals. In other words- I am completely insane!! This is a very busy and stressful time of year.

So I come home from Work Wednesday after working late. We do the dinner thing and I am getting ready to settle on the sofa with coffee and needles. Needless to say, 3 cats in the house in the early evening usually means excitement especially since all 3 are under a year and a half. It is almost like a Feline Nascar Race every night. Kisa will be up front, Loki is in the middle trying to pass and Sunny's in the rear--- (Veroom, veroom, veroom!!) then you hear 3 sets of claws hit the ceramic tiles and usually a crash into the cabinets, the stove or garbage can. Then through the dining room and up the stairs. Some go over the bed and some under. Only those with cats know what I mean and this will go on for an hour.

Well, we misplaced Kisa for a bit and I went to releave myself in the facilities upstairs and did not turn on the light - just used the light from the hall. FOUND KISA!! Now let me set this up. We have 3 cats and 3 litter boxes. We live in a 3 story Colonial style home. We keep the litter boxes in the standing shower stall in the master bath and we keep the curtain shut so that they can have a little privacy to poo!! (My Stormie would not go if you watched him!) So we just keep it shut for their little private moments. Now- please remember , Kisa is around 13 pounds and she has some junk in her trunk, also know as the J Lo Booty!! All I saw was her back in hanging out from under the shower curtain and she was making the weirdest moaning, cooing, meowing, growling sound and that booty was a rocking and a wagging. I thought - Loki and Sunny are downstairs, so she must have her a bug.

Because I do not want my Princess eating bugs, I cut on the light and go to move the litterbox and guess what I find........................ A FROG!!! Baby Girl has trapped Kermey!! So I scoot her out , call the boy to come get the frog and clean up the SH@# that Kisa scared out of Kermey. Hunter takes Kermey outside. Kermey was the size of a Walnut. He was pretty big. Now - those that have been to my house are probably going - HOW IN THE WORLD did a frog get up 3 stories??

So this morning, Wayne gets at 7:00 up after I have already been up and left and strolls into the bathroom. He scoops the cat poo and proceeds to the toilet, opens the toliet and to his suprise..... GUESS WHAT HE FINDS..... KERMEYS FAMILY!!!!!!! Now keep in mind, I just had the Hysterectomy 3 months ago and I go to the bathroom 5 or 6 times a night. Imagine if Kermey or friends would have jumped up and latched on to my hind end!!!!!!

Wayne calls the county water and has them come out and they do all this stuff including flushing the lines for hours. They said that the chances are one in a million that a frog would get into a line especially to go up 3 stories to get to the master bathroom.

Makes you think twice about squatting in a dark bathroom again - doesn't it??

Coffe Swap 3 Q and A

2007-10-10T19:01:00.000-04:00

Here are the questions:
QUESTIONS
1. Whole bean or ground? Ground or expresso bags (I like the bags for my expresso machine!!) Other is messy!!
2. Fully-loaded or decaf? Either - I like both!!
3. Regular or flavored? Either - I like both
4. How do you drink your coffee? in a cup - Ha Ha!! I like Sugar and Cream, also use Splenda too!
5. Favorite coffee ever? French Vanilla or Vanilla Bean
6. Are you fussy about your coffee or will any old bean do? Any old bean will do! NO INSTANT!!
7. Favorite treats to have with your coffee? Mornings - Muffins and Bagles evenings - Biscotti, Pepperidge Farm cookies
8. Anything else about your coffee preferences? ABSOLUTELY NO HAZELNUT or any other 'Nutty" flavored coffee.
9. Yarn/fiber you love? Wool to felt with, Sock, Debbie Bliss, Alpaca
10. Yarn/fiber you hate? Fun Fur
11. What's on your needles? Which ones... Hat to felt, socks, ladder shawl
12. Favorite colors? Reds, orange, Browns, olive green, plum (fall colors)
13. Allergies? work
14. Anything you really love, really don't like, or just need to get off your chest?
I LOVE MY wonderful Husband and my son. I LOVE MY CATS!! (In which I am obsessed with!!)

Coffee Swap 3

2007-10-05T23:24:00.000-04:00

I am so excited to do this swap!!

I LOVE COFFEE!!! But nothing Nutty OR Pumpkin!!

This is going to be fun!!

It is very laid back and you actually know who has your name in this swap!!

Enough said........

2007-09-27T20:23:00.000-04:00

I AM IN!!!

I got my invire from Ravelry!!!

YAHOO!!

Closer and closer.......

2007-09-26T05:49:00.001-04:00

I signed up on July 18, 2007
I am #18612 on the list.
888 people are ahead of me in line.
17366 people are behind me in line.
49% of the list has been invited so far

I CAN"T WAIT!!!!

Ravelry Update

2007-09-24T14:22:00.000-04:00

I signed up on July 18, 2007
I am #18612 on the list.
1614 people are ahead of me in line.
16710 people are behind me in line.
48% of the list has been invited so far

Down 482 since Sunday!!

I may get in by October!!!

Whats up......

2007-09-23T09:25:00.000-04:00

Well - I promise I am knitting. I just have been really slammed at work. I have 2 ladder shawls completed. I am hooked on this pattern! I love it. Pictures will follow soon.

Baseball games have taken up a large amount of time here lately on the weekends.

Plus 2 new kittens.

I did join the Grey's Anatomy knit along with Dawn. I am a newbie to Grey's, but I watched the other night and really liked it. I am going to catch up on the DVD's.

Ravelry - status is looking better all the time.

I signed up on July 18, 2007
I am #18612 on the list.
2096 people are ahead of me in line.
16289 people are behind me in line.
47% of the list has been invited so far

I promise pics are coming soon...

The Name Game

2007-09-21T07:52:00.000-04:00

I saw this and had to do it!

1. Your Rock Star Name (first pet, current pet) Kuri Kisa

2. Your Gangsta Name (fave ice cream, fave cookie)Chocolate Snickerdoodle

3. Your "Fly Gilr" name (first initial of first name, first 3 letters of last name) L-Dun

4. Your Detective Name (fave color, fave animal) Orange Cat

5. Your Soap Opera Name (middle name, city where you were born) Michelle Roanoke

6. Your Star Wars Name ( first 3 letters of last name, first 2 of your first name) Dun-La

7. Your Superhero name ("The" + second fave color, fave drink) The Pink Frappachino

8. Your Nascar name ( the first names of your grandfather) Clyde Bill

9. Your Stripper name ( fave perfume, fave candy) Pink Twizzler

10. Your Witness Protection Name (mother and fathers middle names) Jane Allen

11. Your TV Weatherman name ( your 5th grade teacher's last name, a major city that starts with the same letter) Gregory Greensboro

12. Your Spy name (fave season/holiday, fave flower) Fall Daisy

13 Your Hippy name (what you ate for breakfast, fave tree) V8 Tulip Magnolia

14. Your Cartoon name ( fave fruit, article of clothing you are wearing right now + "ie" or "y") Strawberry Sweatie

15. Your Rockstar Tour name ( "the" + fave hobby/craft, fave weather element + Tour)
The Knitting Snow Tour

Oh My - The CFA Cat Show In Winston Salem

2007-09-16T11:51:00.000-04:00

Well -
As you all know, my summer was very rough with the loss of two of my babies and my surgery.

Loki has been a true joy to have in the house. He has put some spark in all of us as well as Kisa.

Now to the story of the weekend. Wayne wanted to take me to the CFA Cat Show here in Winston-Salem on Saturday. Purpose - we wanted another Cream and White Persian due to their personalities and their overall character. We went with the purpose to meet breeders and get names of breeders in this region, NC, TN, VA, SC, GA etc...

To those that know me - you know I believe in fate. I spotted Gina as soon as I walked in the door and she had a short hair Exotic in her hands that looked exactly like Taz with short hair. I started crying and she let me hold him. (Note: I called Taz "My Little Sunshine". Wayne said if we ever got another one, we would name him Sunny for Taz.) Guess what her cats name was - "Rise-N-Shine". Do you kinda see a little fate starting?

Well needless to say - after an hour, we met a lady that had a cream and white kitten in her cage. Now remember, this is my first CFA cat show and I had no idea what to expect. This lady was sitting with 2 cages of kittens and we talked 45 minutes while holding this little cream and white male. We asked her a question and she informed us that the breeder was in the ring and would be right back. Well - here she came and when we turned around - it was the lady that I met at the door with Rise-N-Shine!!!

Gina of www.cotnhill.com
She is a breeder, and guess what she breeds. Guess what we got....

Meet "Daddy's Little Sunny Boy of Cotn Hill"

Yes - Kisa has her nickname back for a couple days - "Miss. Hiss"
Loki thinks that all 1 pound of him is a Mountain Lion. He was growling and Hissing and Spitting. It was rather funny to watch. He turned 12 weeks old on Friday.

Sunny just sat there and looked at them. He is a cutie pie and so very sweet. Sunny is about 4 1/2 months old. His eyes will be copper as well. He already has his daddy wrapped around his little paw!!

Here is "Miss. Hiss", "Ferocious Loki" and "Sunny Boy"

The "D" is getting ready to start

2007-09-12T19:57:00.000-04:00

Well, I have officially decided.... I am FLUFFY! (new term for ladies who cant get into their clothes)

I saw a sign this weekend at a little craft show. It stated " I don't skinny dip, I Chunky Dunk!"

I weighed myself and I am officially 50 pounds more than before I had Hunt man. Well - that was 15 years ago too. BUT STILL - 50!!!!!

I went to a baby shower a couple weeks ago and they took a picture of all 7 of us and I look bigger than the one expecting!!! I have it hanging in my office as a reminder!!

My Nutri System should be here within the next couple of days. MMMMM MMMM! Nothing like wholesome meals in a box made for the microwave!!

My friend says I am too hard on myself right now - after all, I just had major surgery 75 days ago. Pre-surgery, I could get into a couple things that post-surgery , I cant!!

My husband is very supportive and wonderful. He even bought the Nutri System and is trying to get me excited with little goals. He is going to go and buy a home gym (already have a treadmill - which by the way is great for hanging laundry on!)

Along with the "Dreadful D" - We have his class reunion (Waynes- not mine) coming up and a wedding to attend. So I have to get a dress and look good for both in November. Now I have put myself on a Yarn Diet too!! That will push me as there are several things I want to make and this will push me more than most other bribes.

If I loose 5, He will get me a mani-pedi.
10 gets a gift certificate to a yarn shop
15 gets a new Beijo Bag and another gift cert to a yarn shop.
20 gets New Cole Hanns and another gift cert to a yarn shop and a gift cert to Simply Sterling.

Stay tuned for this as I am sure it will be a ride. I am starting this weekend so I can make sure I do not feel bad with a withdrawl. Needless to say - I am going to be knitting like crazy during this as well!!

Wish me luck!!

Baby Boy has a name and there is a winner!!

2007-09-03T17:58:00.000-04:00

After much thought, Baby Boy has been named. He is a MESS!!

His name is "Prince Sebastian Loki Of Preciouskatz"

We will call him Loki. The name Loki \l(o)-ki\ is of Old Norse origin. Mythology: Loki was the mischievous troublemaker in the Norse pantheon of gods. TRUST ME - This name fits this little FIREBALL!!

He is fitting in and Kisa has decided that she really likes him. I have caught her grooming him and they are napping together as well.

He is a cutie pie with a sweet personality.

I have bought both him and Kisa from Sharon at http://www.preciouskatz.com
She has wonderful babies and they have such great personalities. Both Kisa and Loki have the same mother.

The Winner is Diane. Otherwise known as Lady Di. My husband fell in love with the name Sebastian, but he also liked the meaning of Loki.

Diane will receive a sock kit with a bag, yarn and pattern.

The runners up were Sterling and Gorbeh. They will receive a special little prize as well. I will be in touch with all 3.

Thank you all so much for responding. There were some great names!!

Contest is over.....

2007-08-31T06:10:00.000-04:00

The contest is over and we are going to look over the names and decide over the weekend as it has been a very crazy week.

I will post it very very soon!!

Thanks for participating!! There are so many good names to choose from.

Baby Boy is here....

2007-08-27T06:03:00.000-04:00

We have him - just got to name him.
Not sure how well Kisa likes him yet - but he ignores her and explores. He layed in my lap the entire way home - over 4 hours.

2 names that I was given at the knit shop that dont have a blog yet are -
Bentley by Dawn and Sebastian by Diane.

Check in on Friday to see what he will be named and who will win!!

More Pics to come!

Name my New Baby Boy Contest....

2007-08-23T11:02:00.001-04:00

Well - I have some good names so far, but there is still time left. I pick up baby boy this weekend and will be trying out names next week. The contest ends Thursday August 30th at 5:00 PM EST. Enter as many times as you want!!

The winner will receive a full sock kit - bag, Cherry Tree Hill or Jitterbug Sock yarn and a Pattern.

He is a Solid Blue Persian and his eyes will be golden yellow orange. He is a little firecracker and a bully.

Be creative ..... If I choose your name or I am inspired by your name, you will get the prize!! There may also be a runner up prize....

I will post the winner on September 1st!!

SP 11 Questionnaire

2007-08-06T20:35:00.000-04:00

1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like? I love sock yarn, wool, Debbie Bliss, etc.. I do not like fun fur.
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in? Vera Bradley case
3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced? 3 years, friend taught me, intermediate
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list? no
5. What's your favorite scent? Vanilla Bean, Sun Ripen Raspberry
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy? Yes! Anything Chocolate and caramel, Strawberry Twizzlers, lemon and cotton candy jelly bellies
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin? I do some beading and flower arrangements
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD) I like everythings to Rock-N-Roll to Oldies to Beach music and Country!!
9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand? Love Orange, Red, Brown, butter yellow and Black. Not to fond of Barney Purple!
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets? Married, 1 Child, 1 female Prissy Cat and 1 little male on the way (I LOVE MY CATS!!)
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos? yes, yes, yes and yes!!
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit? I love socks and purses
13. What are you knitting right now? socks, poncho and purse
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts? YES!!
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic? I like circular bamboo (Crystal Palace) and aluminum (Addi)
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift? I own both!
17. How old is your oldest UFO? A Prayer Shawl. Been sitting there for 2 years. I was praying that my mom would meet a man and she did so I stopped knitting it so I would not mess anything up.
18. What is your favorite holiday? Halloween and Christmas
19. Is there anything that you collect? Jim Shore (Christmas and cats), Ewe and Me (at Hallmarks)
20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have? I would like Sock Soar by Cat B. and Felt Style by C. Day. I am looking for a very unique small amount of special yarn from your area to be included in my Crayon Box Jacket. I am collecting special yarns from all over. (browns, reds, orange, golds, olive green)
I currently subscribe to Vogue Knitting and Interweave Knits
21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn? more cable patterns
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements? Yes, I am a size 7. Can give specifics if needed
23. When is your birthday? May 5
24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID? -not on that yet

Contest - Name Baby Boy

2007-08-06T14:50:00.000-04:00

I am having a contest to name baby boy! He will be here in September. He is a Solid Blue Persian and he will have Golden Yellow Eyes.

The cut off date is August 30, 2007 at 5:00 PM EST.

Be very very creative! Baby Girl is named "Kisa". (Russian for Kitty)
So it needs to be very UNIQUE! No Smokey's or Shadows.

If I choose your name - I will send you a cute sock kit - Bag, pattern and yarn.

Get those names rollin' in!!

My BAAAAD Secret

2007-07-31T20:19:00.000-04:00

My special project while I have been out is BAAAADDDDDD!!!! Almost done!!

Sock Club from Knit Picky

2007-07-31T20:11:00.000-04:00

Here is a picture of my first month from the Sock Club from Knit Picky.

The Painted Sheep is a collection from a local NC artist and designer right here in this area! In fact - Right at Knit Picky!!

My color is called "Knit Picky"

Her web address is http://paintedsheepyarn.com/

Congrats to Laura!! I love your yarn!!

It came in this great bag and also with a Fiber Trends Pattern "Raindrop Lace Socks".

While I have been out......

2007-07-31T20:03:00.000-04:00

What have I been working on while I have been out....

Look a here----
A baby blanket and hat - Blue Sky Alpaca Cotton (Pastel Pink, White and Green)
A bag - Ty Dy
A Vest - Giotto (Magenta)
Toe Up Socks - Miss Babs (Falling Leaves)

and a couple more suprises....

Pics from my last NSFY Pal package

2007-07-31T18:09:00.000-04:00

It is very hard to find the camera from the 13 year old. Here are pics from the first box Jennifer sent me.

Thank you so very much for all you did! You are a great Secret Pal!!

IT IS HERE!!! NSFY Pal Revealed...

2007-07-31T17:49:00.000-04:00

My second NSFY package arrived! I finally have a name and a blog for my pal!! We have kept in touch many times and I really look forward to our new friendship! She has been the best PAL I have had as she sends the sweetest little notes all the time!!

Look at what she sent this time:

HANDMADE PAPER-- BEAUTIFUL!!!!!
MUG
Tea
HANDMADE FROG - I love him!!!
Sock yarn in my color - ORANGE!!
TWIZZLERS!!!!
Recipe for a PB cake

Thank you so much Jennifer - You spoiled me rotten!! I look forward to our new friendship and keeping in touch!

OH -She is going to start selling these frogs and some other cute items!! Let me know if you are interested and I will send you her blog info!

Pretty Baby Girl and her new brother

2007-07-31T17:42:00.001-04:00

Baby Girl Kisa is getting a new little brother! Kisa's mom had a litter 5 weeks ago and there is a Solid Blue Male coming to join our home in several weeks. I will keep you updated!!

A very special Thank you

2007-07-24T20:05:00.000-04:00

I am wanting to Thank one person very much for something.

During the past couple weeks, it has been very difficult with the loss of 2 of my babies and my surgery.

I want to Thank one special person for taking time out of their schedule to come and see me and bring my family dinner. You were the only one to do that and I want you to know how much that meant to me! You are a very kind and dear person and I thank you very much!!

Thank you very much Dawn! I really appreciated it!

July

2007-07-03T15:42:00.000-04:00

I just wanted to let everyone know that I am recovering. My surgery went well, but I have a broken heart.

I lost my Taz baby Monday morning. He was such a sweetie and was my little Sunshine. He was a Momma's sweet baby boy and I am heart broken at this time. I am sorry that I am not blogging for the meantime as I need a little time..

Tazzy - your momma loves you and I know that you and Stormy are together.

I luv you little Puddy Tat...

Nanny Nanny BOO BOO!! NSFY SWAP!!

2007-06-13T20:00:00.001-04:00

Well - Not only did I do one, but I am in NSFY Swap too!

And my pal there too is quite the little spoiler as well!

I received her package too!

She sent me a beautiful note, on PRETTY paper, she has sent me recipes (I guess she knows I am quite an eater!!), lotion, a journal and my skein is Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy in a Beautiful shade of Burgandy Red. I have looked and decided that I am dgoing to do sopmething with beades with it to make a piece of jewelry... Keep your Eyes Open.... I will get a picture as soon as I get Hunters camera back!!

Thank you so much!!! I love it!!

SP10pics

2007-06-13T19:44:00.000-04:00

Sorry it took so long to get a picture, but I have to use Hunt's camera and trying to track it down every once in a while is like trying to find that perfect pair of jeans that fit - DIFFICULT!!
Oh-- and then trying to find a good light shot ... had to take it in the bathroom!! Needless to say - my pal spoiled me Rotten!!!

Here is what I received:
Pattern from Girl from Auntie - Rouge Hooded Pullover
Candies
Teas
Sweet little notes
Note Cards
Straight needles
Columbia Minerva Wool for SOCKS!!(burnt rust color)
GGH in ORANGE and Choc. Brown (2 of My colors!!)
Handmade potholder - BEAUTIFUL!!
Magnets
Necklace - wore it Monday!!
coin holder with bead work - (I need the pattern)
Beautiful Pen - will be used on a felted bag
Needles for a washcloth
Sugar and Cream to make a wash cloth
Very unique Sherbert colored slub yarn that I am going to use for a scarf
I LOVE NEW YORK!! SHORTS (Husband LOVED THEM!!)

ARE YOU JEALOUS?????

Everyone needs to get in on SP11 - it opens up on July 1!!!

BUSY BUSY BUSY... Let me explain

2007-06-13T19:15:00.000-04:00

For those who know me, they know that March - ?? I live at the Little League. I am there 6 nights a week for games or volunteering time in concessions. So needless to say, at this time of the year, my knitting and free time are very limited. I am also the "Head in Charge of All Star T Shirts". Yes - I am that stupid mother who loves to dedicate even more time to 9-10 all star teams and assist their team moms in getting the all star certification paperwork complete and also working with a t- shirt printer every year for the official KLL All Star T shirt!! Needless to say, when it is all sad and done I will have had my hands on over 500+ KLL ALL Star Shirts that I have personally hand delivered!!

OH -- and did I forget to mention that in less than 2 weeks I will be out of work for 4-6 weeks and I am trying to get ahead. In my line of work, I can get a little ahead. So, I am getting to work at 6:30ish , working til 5:00ish then headed to the ball field. I am already done with July, August and Some September Renewals and starting on some of the big October ones. Then I get home at 9:30 from the field, do the little housework thing and try to cram a little more office stuff in as well.

Last week...
BAD WEEK--
Monday -Put my precious Storm to sleep,
Tuesday - Game
Wednesday - Practice
Thursday - game, one of my best friends fiance' (officer with WSPD) was shot
Friday - Picked up Storms ashes, concessions
Saturday - game, concessions
Sunday - clean, laundry, groceries, yada, yada yada.....

Would I mention that during Baseball I would not have it any other way..... :)

SP10 Package

2007-06-05T08:41:00.000-04:00

Dear SP10-
I have received my gift and it was a great suprise!! It was FANTASTIC! It was like my pal really knows me!!

It has been a rough couple of days with the passing of Storm, so please be patient,I will get a picture of it posted as soon as possible for everyone to see as my pal did a great job on picking for me!! Wait til you see some of the stuff-- everyone will be SOOOO JEALOUS!!

Thank you thank you thank you!!!!!

Hugs and kisses!! XOXOXO

My Stormie Baby is in Heaven

2007-06-05T08:30:00.000-04:00

As most of you know, my Stormie has been sick for some time. It was a very difficult decision, but we did not feel that he deserved to suffer any longer. Late yesterday afternoon, we felt it was best for Storm to go to Heaven where he would not feel any more pain and would not suffer any longer. Wayne , Hunter and I were all there with him as he went peacefully to sleep. He brought so much joy to all of our lives and we loved him very very much and he will truly be missed. I know he will be our angel watching over us.

We love you little blue eyed boy and will miss you very much....

The 8th grade Semi-formal

2007-06-02T07:51:00.000-04:00

Hunters dance was Last night!!The 8th grade Semi-formal! They were so cute. Hunter went with his best friend Stephanie! She is such a sweet girl. They had a great time!! They are growing up too fast! It did make me feel good when he was opening her car door and making sure she was in and shutting it. At least I know we have somewhat raised a gentleman. He would even take her by the hand and help her out of the car! I love my baby boo!!

I am still here!

2007-05-29T14:48:00.000-04:00

Yes - I am still here!

I know it has been a couple weeks. So much is going on with little time to knit.
Thank goodness Knit Picky Has had the best 2 week sale EVER!! Today (5/29) is 40% off ALL CRYSTAL PALACE and 20% off all books!! Tomorrow (5/30) Is 40% off Sheep Shop and 20% off Parisian Tote Kits. THURSDAY IS 40% Off ALL SOCK YARN and 20% off ALL NEEDLES!! I may not be able to knit, but I can SHOP!!! For those who need to know: (www.knitpickyyarns.com).

Plus they are having a SOCK Club starting 7/1!! The first month will contain sock yarn from a new company called The Painted Sheep. Laura Bullins is the new artist!! We are so proud of her and wait til you see the colors !! YOU WILL BE SO JEALOUS and club members get first pick!!!! She will be famous soon and I will have some of her first stuff!!

Let see - coming up this week:
Relay for Life Walk
Hunters First Formal Dance
Birthday Bash Night at Knit Picky (which means WINE!!)
30 days til surgery

American Idol

2007-05-16T22:23:00.000-04:00

This is for all those who have laughed at me for the past week!! I told you Blake would be in the finals!!

Way to go Blake!!

Megan and Hunter before Prom

2007-05-15T20:16:00.000-04:00

Megan is the young lady that lives up the street. She is a fantastic young woman!! She went to her Junior Prom Saturday night!! She is like a big sister to Hunter. Hunter and Megan's brother Aaron are very good friends and I take them to school every morning.

Megan is what is known as the perfect child. She is in 11th grade and is going to the local college to take college courses. She gets straight A's. She swims on the swim team, runs track and does triathlons. She is one of those young ladies that is just naturally beautiful and does not need makeup. She is so sweet and kind and does a large amount of charity work as well.

She wants to go to Wake Forest and become a Physician!

It is amazing to see her grow the way she has in the past several years. She is quite an amazing young lady!!

I LUV HER!!!

Knit Picky Knitter

2007-05-15T20:14:00.000-04:00

Jo took this picture of me last week in the shop working on my sock!!

Mothers Day

2007-05-15T20:13:00.000-04:00

Not too much fun!! I had a migraine and Wayne was passing Kidney Stones!! OOUUCCHH!!

I will get that one made up at a later date!!

Birthday Gifts

2007-05-15T20:06:00.000-04:00

Well - I hit the 35 mark!!

Wayne was so sweet. He brought me roses to work. He went to Caravel and bought me a cake. He got me a BEAUTIFUL necklace from Simply Sterling that I LOVE!!!

Mom got me a pretty little dainty ribbon necklace and a new piece of Vera!

Becky and Sissy got me a gift card to Bath and Body!

My knitting buddies Kristen and Karen got me some much needed knitting supplies! Cute Markers, tape measure that is a little fuzzy lamb and a great pattern notebook with all these pockets that I have already started filling up.

It was a pretty good weekend!!

Relay for Life June 1st

2007-05-11T10:08:00.000-04:00

This year I am participating in Relay for Life on June 1st as a dear friend of mine from the ballfield has been diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma. She has a wonderful support team and a wonderful husband and two terrific boys. She has been through half of her treatments and is doing well.

Please help me by reaching my goal and above. You can either donate online or you can donate to me with a check or whatever you feel comfortable with, even if it is a couple dollars. I would appreciate anything that you can do!!

To donate online, please click or copy and paste on the link below. It will take you to the website. Then look on the right hand side for Cyndi Owens. Click on that and her page will come up. Once on her page, click on My Team and scroll down and look at her team list. My name is there. Click on it and then follow directions.

Again anything is appreciated as this cause is very important to me.

Thank you so much!!

http://www.acsevents.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=206508&lis=1&kntae206508=34423C89AFC14972B9D3F1306EFD4A70&login=t

Cinco de Mayo Birthday

2007-05-09T13:45:00.000-04:00

I had a wonderful Birthday! My husband spoiled me and I received wonderful things from my dear friends Karen, Kristen and Beth. I will post pictures soon as I have to download them from the camera as soon as I have time. Busy , Busy time of the year!!

My Secret Pal has sent me a Pattern

2007-05-09T13:38:00.000-04:00

I am so excited about SP10!

My secret pal has sent me a little note and a pattern already and I LOVE IT! This is so much fun!! It is fun to get little emails from someone with your interests and wondering where it is coming from. ?? Are they close or across the country? Are they in the US or Canada? I get so excited just to check the email!! I can't wait to get to know my SP better!!

She sent me the Rogue pattern from Girl from Auntie. Check it out! It is so me!!

Thank you so much my Secret Pal!!

:)

DMV

2007-05-07T16:07:00.000-04:00

Needless to say - I HATE THE DMV!

As many know I just had a Birthday Saturday and then it hit me Sunday that my license was expired!

8:00 AM on a Monday morning at the DMV is a very bad way to start off the week. Especially when I had to wait over an hour and a half with NO KNITTING!! Yes - you heard me 1.5 hours of wasted time that I should have productively been using KNITTING!! I could have kicked myself. Instead - I sat there and watched and listened to all of the weirdo's and their lies in order to get a license. It was quite amusing to hear. It was quite an experience! Not to mention - what lovely personalities the DMV workers have. I think someone went pee-pee in their cornflakes before they got there. The one lady was pretty much a B****!! But I had the nice man named Gerald! He was very nice. A little slow - but nice. I think those workers really hate their jobs and the bad thing is if you complain to the state, those workers get raises and promotions!! Not to mention state benefits!!

Never the less - it is done for 8 years and I hate to brag, but the picture was quite good!

Contest 5

2007-05-07T07:30:00.000-04:00

I am not sure what I enjoy more, knitting in the fall/winter or spring summer. All I know is that I just love to do it! When I don't - I can tell as I am grouchy! I did not get to knit much this weekend - so needless to say - I was GROUCHY!! And it was my Birthday too!!

In the fall/winter, I love to curl up in my recliner and a fuzzy blanket and sit by the fireplace with coffee and my favorite cat slippers on. My Taz cat likes to go under the blanket as well and we sit for hours as my husband watches games. I have learned to tune them out and enjoy my snuggle time with my Tazzer!!

In spring/summer, I enjoy sitting on the screened in porch by the pool in my wicker rocker, sipping coffee and enjoying fresh homemade strawberry jelly. (I love April/May and Strawberry season!) There is a fan and a light, so I can do morning or night! I will get up at 6:30 to go out there and listen to the trickle of the water in the pool and the birds. It is so peaceful. Of course - where I go, my feline followers must go too! All 3 love the porch. I get to enjoy that until 10:00 or so when the rednecks across the street kick their screamming kids out all day long. Then we cut the music on to drown them out! Then 8:30 at night - all is calm again!!

SP10 questionnaire

2007-05-07T06:10:00.000-04:00

Here are is the questionnaire for SP10.
1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like? Love sock yarns, Debbie Bliss, Blue Shy Alpaca. Don't really care for fun fur!

2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in? I Use Della Q cases

3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced? almost 3 years, a friend at work taught me, skill - intermediate

4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list? no

5. What's your favorite scent? Pumpkin spice and vanilla candles

6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy? YES! Chocolate, Hot Tamales, lemon and cotton candy jelly bellies

7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin? Flower arrangements and Jewelry. I have spun, but not very good.

8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD) From Aerosmith to Kenny Chesney. I pretty much like it all!

9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand? I love brights like Orange, lime and hotpink. I also love red, black and brown. Don't really have any dislikes.

10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets? Married, 1 child, 3 cats (my babies)

11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos? scarves Yes, hats yes (love baseball hats and visors with velcro backs too), mittens - don't have any but would like them, ponchos - OH YES!

12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit? SOCKS and handbags

13. What are you knitting right now? socks and a baby blanket

14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts? Yes!!

15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic? Circular bamboo or Addi

16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift? Yes

17. How old is your oldest UFO? dont know

18. What is your favorite holiday? any with presents

19. Is there anything that you collect? Jim Shore

20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have? Want - New Sensational Socks. Want - Rebecca. Subscribe to - Interweave Knits and Vogue Knitting

21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn? toe up socks

22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements? yes, shoe size 7.5 wide, (foot Circum. 9 1/8 total length 9.5-10)

23. When is your birthday? May 5th

Knitting Photos

2007-04-29T13:59:00.000-04:00

Here are a couple completed and a couple I am working on - (socks and blanket)

Parisian Tote

2007-04-29T13:49:00.000-04:00

Trying to get my son's camera from him long enough was very hard!
He takes pictures of everything!!

Ok - In the past several months here are some of my recent projects. Most I have sold or given as gifts, but here is a few.

This is my Parisian tote. I have yarn to make 2 more that I will start in July when I am out with my surgery.

Mini Ham Puffs Recipe

2007-04-29T12:13:00.000-04:00

Ok - Here it is for all of you that really wanted it!

Mini Ham Puffs

1 package (2.5 ounces) processed ham (Or turkey)
2 Tbsp. finely chopped onion (I don't use)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or swiss)(I use more!)
1 egg
1 Tbsp fresh snipped parsley
1 1/2 tsp Dijon Mustard (I use a little more)
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 package of ref. Crescent rolls

Preheat oven to 350
spray a mini muffin pan lightly with oil
Finely chop ham and onions.
In a bowl place ham, onions,cheese, egg, parsley, mustard and pepper. Mix well.
Unroll cresent rolls and press into a large rectangle, cut into 24 squares using a pizza cutter.
Place 1 square in each mini muffin cup. press lightly into cup.
Fill each cup with a small scoop of ham mixture.
Bake 12-14 min til puffs are lightly brown. Remove from pan and serve.

** I do not use the onion and I add more cheese and ham, as I have found sometimes the egg over powers the ham and cheese and makes it more of a quiche than the ham and cheese taste. Once you make a couple times, you will decide how you like. Also good with turkey, cheddar and a little broccoli.

Enjoy!!

Hokie Healing needs our help!

2007-04-27T18:41:00.000-04:00

OK! I have found this and I am going to do this. This yarn shop in Blacksburg is collecting squares for the victims families to put togther healing blankets for them.

They need 8 X 8 squares, any patterns, Knit or crochet. It must be this size.

Colors are Maroon, Orange , black and White. It must be these colors.

I want to show Va. Tech and the families that we support them! Please have all squares to me by May 25th and I will send to the shop in Blacksburg,VA. If everyone can do one or two squares, it would mean so much. Attach a small note with your name, email and a message.

Thanks and let's show them that the Knit Picky gang has them in our thoughts and prayers.

Birthday Bash at Knit Picky!

2007-04-25T20:29:00.000-04:00

Well we had a great time tonight at Knit Picky. We celebrated Karen and Kristen's Birthdays! They are so very sweet!! I hope they had fun. I love chatting with them both very much.

We had cake, ham puffs, dip and WINE!! YUMMY!!

Most of the gang was there - Jo, Anne Marie, Diane, Pat, June Bug, Shanna and Laura and a new one too!

I really missed Dawn, Jeannie, Julie and Alice.

I hope Karen and Kristen had fun and hope that they both have a very Happy Birthday!!

BASEBALL IS HERE!!

2007-04-20T09:57:00.000-04:00

I have to say - I love all sports. But BASEBALL is my favorite! I love being outside (except for last night it was misting rain and in the 40's at the game).

I love seeing this group of 13-14 year olds grow and turning into young men. Not to mention that they have grown 5-10 inches since last year and they have those cute cracks in their voice when they talk and yell!! They are growing so quickly into fine young men.

There is nothing more enjoyable than watching children be children in the light of everything going on in the world today. Little Girls that wear their little sun dresses and sandles and sit in the red mud and play with matchbox cars. Watching a group of little ones with a tennis ball playing "Wall Ball" and laughing. Watching little ones eat a hotdog or corn dog and nachos and cotton candy. Oh - watching my husband who is so quiet and laid back sit and eat a funnel cake with powdered sugar all over his face and just having a good time. Seeing a little one who has struck out everytime at bat, hit one and not know what to do. Watching you kids face when he/she hits their first homerun. Knowing the main thing that all of them want at the end is a free drink that is a mix of cherry, pepsi, dr. pepper and Mt. dew. It is amazing to see how they can grow together and work together and the memories that they have from their games and after the games just hanging out.

I have to say that there is no greater thing for a parent to see their child doing something that they truly enjoy and succeed at. I love to watch him play and watch him do well. Even though he is 13, he still hugs and kisses me before every game and tells me he loves me.

There are so many things that kids can do away from the ball field that have taken away from families actually doing something together. At least there are still some kids left that want to spend all day Saturdays at the fields hanging out, getting together a pickup game on an open field and being with friends and family and not in a closed room on a computer. We have to drag Hunter away from the field most nights.

I love to see kids having fun -- too bad the parents cant be as mature most of the time!!

Virginia Tech

2007-04-20T06:42:00.000-04:00

Please take time today to remember those who lost their lives this past Monday. Today has been declared Virginia Tech Day and we have all been asked to wear the maroon and orange to remember them.

VT has a special place and fond memories in my heart. There were many weekends I spent there with friends and family growing up. Even though I love my Deacons, I grew up a Hokie and and always will be in my heart.

Please pray for the families and their friends of those who lost their lives....

Go Hokies!

Upcoming Birthdays!

2007-04-19T11:24:00.000-04:00

I love Birthdays!!

Presents and cake are 2 of my favorite things!!

I was happy to learn that there are 2 other special birthdays coming April 25th and May 4th!! You know who you are!

Both of you need to plan on being at Knit Picky on the night of the 25th!!
We are eating and drinking that night!!

See you then!!

My Heart is broken!

2007-04-09T19:28:00.000-04:00

It has been a very bad day. I just received bad news about my sister. The egg was stuck in her tubes and she lost the baby. My heart is breaking for her.

Why is it that the ones who deserve to have kids and the ones you know will be the best parents have so much trouble? And yet the ones who do not want to take care of them have so many?? This is the 5th loss and they get harder each time. They want a child so bad. They are such sweet and kind people and they have so much love to give....

Please keep them in your prayers and thoughts...

I love you both April and Dwayne!!

Love - Sissy

29 days til 35

2007-04-06T08:49:00.000-04:00

YES - it's 29 days til I turn 35! For all of those that know me, you will understand that Birthday month is fast approaching at my house. May is Birthday month for me. I get to do whatever I want all month as I am the Princess and spoiled absolutely rotten!! My husband will tell you that as well!

Now for those who truly really know me, every month is birthday month!! Which basically means that I pretty much do not get told the N word. (The N word is not allowed at my house when I ask for something. It is the word No.)

Needless to say, my husband spoils me and even if he says the N word, I normally get my way. He laughs at me, but will tell you that it is the truth.

He tried to use the N word several times. Now, he loves Taz and Kisa as much as I do!! (I am still working on the puppy, but I really like the freedom you have with cats as I am not a get up at 5:00 AM and walk the dog in cold rain kinda gal!)

My sister and fingers crossed and many PRAYERS

2007-04-03T23:13:00.000-04:00

For those who do not know - my sister and brother-in-law have been trying for years to have a baby. They have done many many procedures and surgeries and tests.

My sister just had a positive test Sunday. Her levels increased Monday. She goes for levels Wednesday and Friday.

Please everyone - pray for her as they want a baby so much! They will be such wonderful parents...

April - I love you and my thoughts and prayers are with you!!!

Hunter being silly!!

2007-03-30T16:23:00.000-04:00

Some of a typical teenagers expressions!

The Family, Me, Wayne and Hunter

2007-03-30T16:19:00.000-04:00

Here is a picture of us all in summer of 2005.

Wayne is my husband of almost 6 years. He is my soul mate! I love him with all my heart and soul.

He is a wonderful man and is a teriffic father to Hunter.

We are blessed to have him!

My Big Baby Boy - Hunter

2007-03-30T16:14:00.000-04:00

This is Hunter Boo. He is my one and only. Hunter is 13 and in middle school. He plays football, baseball and basketball. I love watching him! Baseball is my favorite!! I love watching him catch!! He is so funny and has such a sweet personality. Yet - he is mean as a snake..............Just like me!! But he is a ladies charmer!!!!!

Taz with "Winter Coat"

2007-03-30T15:57:00.000-04:00

I got many calls and comments on Taz and his hair cut. For those who have Persians, you know what its like!!! Here is one with his full coat! Yes - he is a handsome baby boy!

Taz is an angel. When we got him, we were told that he was a she!! After taking Taz to the vet the next morning after we got him, they told us "Lucy Loo" had extra parts and also had full blown Ringworm. After many dollars and months of treatments, we got him healthy. The breeder wanted him back, but we would not take him as we found out it was a cattery with mistreated cats. I think he knows we saved his life. He is my snuggler. He is such a lover!! He is also very protective over Baby Girl Kisa.

Storm is older and does not feel well due to some illness, so he gets hissy. Taz does not allow him to get hissy with me or Kisa. He gets upset when Storm gets that way!! Taz is very patient with my son as well and lets us do anything to him including giving him a bath in the tub and flipping him upside down in the "Rock-a-Baby" position. Its funny how each has their own personalities! I love them all very much!! They are all my babies!!

Taz - Summer cut

2007-03-29T18:17:00.000-04:00

LOOK WHAT THEY HAVE DONE TO ME!!!!

Can someone knit me a sweater???

Storm

2007-03-29T18:15:00.000-04:00

Momma's Blue Eyed Boy!!

Baby Girl Kisa - 6 months old

2007-03-29T18:12:00.000-04:00

I am the Princess!!

Still remodeling..................

2007-03-29T18:08:00.000-04:00

Yes- I am still remodeling. It is almost over! I will be so happy to be done and get everything back to normal. That basically means scheduled knitting time!!

I got some really cool new yarns and patterns to play with! I am excited to get those needles going!!

My 13 year old has to teach me

2007-03-16T21:20:00.000-04:00

I have had to stoop to the point to get my 13 year old son to help me set up this blog. I will never hear the end of it. I have got a Stash List started. I will add pictures of my recent stuff as well as some of my prides and joy.

March 14, 2007

2007-03-14T20:43:00.000-04:00

Well -This is my first post, as I am a new blogger. Special thanks to Ann Marie at my favorite place "Knit Picky" to assist in getting me set up. I will have to get some pictures and a list of current projects........ so I will be back with updates as soon as I figure out how to use this!!!