Sign of Fall....

It's gloomy...calling for rain...almost all week. And it's rather cool and "still" out there. I've been trying to get out in the rock garden for over a week now, but if it isn't raining out, the garden is a muddy mess. Maybe, JUST maybe, the weather will improve...at least for a day or two so I can get things finished up. And take a look at this lovely leaf sitting in the grass...just for me!!!

VERY quiet at work today...I guess there's just too much going on in town. There was a FREE BBQ for one of the candidates for Mayor...and S.A.D. (Society for Animals in Distress) had their annual radio-thon. I hope they did well. Several good items were donated for the silent auction...plus another BBQ. Oh well...the money I made is far more than I went in with!!! A positive attitude is needed on days like today!!

Got up early and put the bird feeders out, feed the kitties and listed a few things on eBay. And believe it or not, I managed to do some crocheting. Didn't do any last night...Oggie and I watched t.v.--ate some dinner and we went to bed. John will be home tomorrow...a GOOD thing!!

Nothing special planned for tonight. Already did a load of laundry and took Og for his walk. Maybe some crocheting and/or list a few more things on eBay! Gotta get rid of this stuff!!!!

So there ya have it...a day in the life of Debi!!!

Keep on smiling...

My Friday..

Home and relaxing after a fairly busy day at work...another 6 hour shift and it went by in a hurry!!! Several of my "regulars" were in...spread throughout the day...which was nice. Gave me a chance to chat.

Had a good night's rest...woke up before the alarm...but was in bed relatively early. Dried a load of laundry and listed several items on eBay. Got home from work shortly after 5:00...fed the kitties and took Oggie for a short walk.

Went to the post office before work...mailed off 2 patterns and got a shipping quote for a movie John sold. Stopped at 2 thrift stores..and bought 2 wine glasses for the restaurant and an interesting spoon rest...or at least I'm assuming it's a spoon rest. Regardless..I'm liking it!!! No markings, but doesn't really matter...as it's now mine!!!

No crocheting yet for me today, but want to sit and watch some t.v this evening. I'll get that damn mulberry colored hat done yet!!!

Peace be with YOU!!!! Thanks for stopping by.......

Quiet Times...

John left this morning for the Barrie Flea Market. It's a big event...car parts, etc...hundreds of vendors...and usually takes a good 2 days or so to walk through it all. Plus...he has a list of things he's looking for...a place for the "guys". I'm working extra hours the rest of the week, so the time should go by fast.

Worked on a hat yesterday afternoon...the mulberry colored mock ear flap hat AGAIN...this time using a larger hook. Looks much nicer...

Worked a 6 hour shift today and I'm so glad to be home!!! Although I kept busy...it was rather quiet day. (Thank goodness my customers were generous!!) And I get to work the same hours again tomorrow. Time should go by quickly as I'll have to set up the salad and dessert bars...and I do enjoy that!!! It's the week after Labor day....it's always a "quiet time".

Listed a few things on eBay...hopefully things will pick up there...time of year and all. John listed a Super 8 movie "America On The Moon"...didn't sell on the auction...but as soon as I listed it in the store, and mind you I raised the price a dollar...BAM...it sold!! Awesome!!!

Took "Og The Dog" for a walk after work, fed the cats and wasted time on the computer. I really need to set my priorities!!! Time would be my "friend" if I'd use it wisely!!!

Better get some laundry done...hope you're enjoying your Thursday evening!!!

Check out these "lovelies"...my 2 oldest Grand-daughters on their first day of school!!! I just think they're the greatest...

Back to Work...

My two days off sure flew by in a hurry....back to work this evening. I shouldn't complain...in reality I'm one of the lucky ones....so many people out of work these days.

Didn't accomplish much on my days off...I did do some laundry...cooked and made one batch of apple sauce. I need to get the bathrooms cleaned before I go to work.

John's heading to the Barrie Flea Market tomorrow morning. He's camping...spending time with a few friends and looking for parts to build a trailer to haul behind the Met. Winter project. I'm working...extra hours as well...so he might as well go and have a good time.

Had a few sales on eBay. I think it's time to get the rest of my hats listed for the upcoming winter weather. What doesn't sell on eBay...I'll try to sell at the craft shows.

Here's a picture of the rich aqua tam I was telling you about...turned out rather nice, I think!!!

Until next time....keep smilin'!!

Another Sunday...

I just have a few minutes before I have to get back to work. This is my last split shift...as far as I know, until next week-end. I'm tired...so I'm grateful for that!!

I managed to get my apple sauce done...with the help of my sweet hubby. I peeled and he diced...which took us quite some time, as the apples were very small. And my boss gave us another BOX full of apples!!! Yup...more apple sauce...but you can do so much with the stuff...muffins...bread...cookies, etc.

I finished up my dark green hat...started a mock ear flap hat in mulberry...but "frogged" that one. Will give it another try with a larger hook...something just didn't look right. Will work on that tonight after work. Watched a movie last night and made another slouchy tam in a sage green. I think it's time to find a different pattern---just alittle variety for the craft show. Might even work on some mittens...if the mood strikes me.

Well, better get cleaned up and head back to the restaurant. Hope you're enjoying your Labor Day week-end.

Until next time...

Taking A Break!!

I have a few hours until my next shift...so I'm taking a much needed break. It was very busy at work this morning...almost too busy for one person. I hope things aren't quite as hectic tonight.

Take a peek at those apples. John and I found an apple tree on one of our walks...and picked a good size bag full. I made a batch of apple butter...which turned out really nice---tart, but nice and thick and yummy on toast, pork chops....etc. Still have quite a few left...looks like I'll get some apple sauce made for the freezer.

Have managed to do some crocheting. I finished up the green slouchy tam and I'm now working on a mulberry colored, mock ear flap cap. I'll get pictures taken as soon as I have some time.

Better get the cats fed and coffee set up for tomorrow morning. I hope you're enjoying your week-end...it's been a real beauty!!!

Yummy Stuff!!!

I love vegetables...especially this time of year when everything is fresh and wonderful right out of the garden!! My Mom gave us the tomatoes and red onions, along with a few green peppers. The beans were a gift from my neighbor, Ann...and were they EVER tasty!! A real treat!! Damn...I wish we had the room for a garden...maybe someday.

John and I started working on the rock garden yesterday...thinned out the ground cover and moved around a few plants. Looks bare...but beautiful. Well, it will be beautiful next year when everything is in bloom. Still work left to do...hopefully we'll get back at it over the week-end.

Haven't done much crocheting...maybe this afternoon. Will see what the afternoon holds.

Nothing real exciting..it's all good...