'Tis The Season....

Yes, my friends...it's that time of year....Christmas...so much to do and so little time, right? Well, I think Sunny Kitty has the right idea..."take a nap...do it later".

I'm just about ready for the "big day". Still a few gifts to wrap and some baking yet to do...but I have the next 3 days off...and will get everything done. We're heading to John's parents on the 21st...and have to travel home on Christmas Day. At least I'm not working, right?? I have a 10 hour shift on the 26th...return to work for a short morning shift on Sunday...then we hit the roads again on an adventure to Michigan to see the boys and their families. Should be a blast!!!

Haven't been spending alot of time on my crocheting...I finished a special order last night...for a pair of crocheted mitts and matching hat. Turned out pretty nice......and hope the lady that ordered them will be as happy with them as I am.

Time to fix dinner and get some apple butter going in the crock-pot. It cooks all night long...and when I wake up in the morning, the house will be full of "apples and cinnamon"!!

Talk soon...get some rest...Santa Claus is coming to town!!!

SNAZZY!!

Two in a row....sometimes I just surprise myself!! Nothing new in my world. John went to the hockey game and I have a ton of things to list on eBay. That's okay....makes it a good night...everyone is happy!!

Took Og The Dog for a walk this afternoon...a new spot. Saw deer prints in the sand...but no signs of any wild life at all. Disappointing...as I know they're probably standing in the bush keeping an eye on us!!!

Other than that...an uneventful day. That's okay...I see a notice at work.....OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY. I've never worked a Christmas Day in my 41 years of food service. I'm not going to start now...I have a roof over my head and lots of food to eat. Decisions...

Talk to you later...check out the snazzy snow boarder's hat and fancy button...evergreen...one of my favorites!!

Just Busy.....

Just a short note...still "alive and well"...and yes...still in Elliot Lake...against our better judgement.

Working on Christmas...heading to the States on Monday to do some shopping...more of a selection..and better pricing...even with the difference in the dollar. Should be a good trip.

Will keep you updated on what's going on in my world...right now...nothing of real importance.

In the meantime...check out this sleek "little number". Certainly looks Dutch to me. AWESOME!!!

Boredom....

It's been awhile...boredom has set in. Nothing motivates me. How can that be...as I have so many interests??? It really doesn't matter how or why...what matters is HOW to get out of the "funk" I'm in. It will happen, I'm sure...just hope it happens soon, as I have orders to fill...it will soon be winter and my customers aren't going to wait until May for their hats and scarves, right??? Maybe a vacation is in order....hmmmmm..John's always ready for a good road trip. Maybe when he's feeling better.

Other than that...take a look at one of the hats I put together. It's a short ear flap hat...for either men or women. I'm taking this one to the craft show...hope to get another one made...in a more feminine color.

The sun has finally decided to shine. It makes everyone feel better...a good shot of vitamin D...

Think I'll clean the top of my kitchen cupboards...I'll talk to you soon......

Still Around....

I see, once again, it's been awhile since I've posted anything to my blog. Still dealing with a few family issues...and keeping busy around the house.

Check out these lovely tomatoes my neighbor gave me.... tomatoes "from hell". I made salsa...stewed tomatoes...soup base...and tomato preserves....gave some to my buddy Karen and I STILL have tomatoes!!! But, they sure will be a welcomed addition to our table come winter.

Have been doing some crocheting...completed a few hats...which I'll share with you later...and it's time to finish up a few Christmas projects!!

Other than that...life is a blast!! Handle with care!!!

See you soon!!!

It's Out of My Hair!!!

Had a sale on eBay this morning...a 1 pound package of Light & Lofty yarn....a beautiful variegated boucle type...in brown tones called "Pheasant". I just love the yarn, but it causes me GREAT STRESS to crochet with the stuff. So...it found a new home...and I'm grateful it's now out of my hair!!! No temptation!!! Know what I mean??

Back to work tomorrow after 5 days off. Boy...my free time has a way of flying by!! But...I have a clean house and even managed to get most of my rock garden put "to bed" for the winter. Just a few more hours and I should have it done.

Very tired tonight...John went to the hockey game and I've had some quiet time at the computer. Actually...I've wasted a good hour playing games!!

Here's wishing you all a great week-end!! Hope the sun shines.....

MIA--- AGAIN!!!!

Just can't seem to find the time to sit and concentrate on my blog.....that...and preoccupied with "family stuff". I'm sure you all can relate to that!!!

Anyway...let's see! We had a yard sale last Saturday...sold alot of smaller items...alot went to the thrift stores...and very little went back into the basement. But...I have a real problem now...I gave away a package of yarn...the color I now have an order for. Hmmmm...maybe I can "sweet talk" that store manager into giving me back my yarn!

Here's a picture of a WIP...one that I finally finished...and forgot to take a picture of when it was complete. Turned out "awesome". I'm now working on another special order...a "skullie" in soft yellow....which will need a green flower.

It officially fall...yesterday at 7:18 p.m. I need to finish putting my rock garden "to bed" for the winter season...or will this be another unfinished project this year?????????

Have a groovy day!!! I'm thinkin' about ya!!!