My Week-end....

My week-end is over .......actually...it 's my work week. I only work the week-ends...which is enough. This week-end was extremely busy...I put in a 10 hour day on Saturday and picked up a few extra hours today. My customers were VERY generous...which makes the day easier to deal with.

Not much planned for the week. I do have to work for our neighbor for just a few hours tomorrow...but other than that, the next 4 days are mine. House work is in the plan, as we were gone last week....and it shows!!!

John took the ATV out on the lake this afternoon...wish now I would have gone along for the ride. It looks to be absolutely beautiful. What do you think???

Snow in the forecast for the next few days...hopefully it's just a light dusting. We've been fortunate this year....

Friday....

Yes...it's been awhile. No excuses...haven't been that busy...just haven't taken the time!!!

Well...here are the mittens I FINALLY finished for a customer of mine. I enjoy working this pattern....fast and easy...warm and comfy. Next project...a tam...in brown tones and turquoise blue. Lovely color combo......something just alittle different.

Went over to the States on Monday....with another couple...and we had a blast!!! The motel was very nice...shopping was fun...and the food was awesome!!! One disappointment...the pool and hot tub were closed for repairs!!! Oh well...there's always next time.

While in Michigan, John got a car "float" for the Met...less expensive that buying it here in Canada. I picked up some make-up...groceries...and didn't bother with alot of items on my list. I did manage to get some Christmas shopping done...found a SALE--70% off sterling silver and gold jewelry. Bought earrings for the 2 oldest grand-daughters. I do hope they like them...actually I think they'll be thrilled!!!

Other than that...not much going on around here...warming up some outside. It's hard to believe we're heading into the 3rd week of February.

Think I'll catch some t.v. time...catch you on the "flip-side"....

It's Friday....

It's Friday....not that it really makes any difference. It is the start of my work week...all 15 hours of it. I acutally looked forward to it this morning.

It's been a busy week...we put in an offer on the house we wanted. It was countered...so we were READY to put in another....need I say more?? I think the remodeling on this one is more than John can handle right at the moment. But let me tell ya...once Elliot Lake gets her claws into ya...you might as well hang it up. I'll live and die in this place....I hate it.

On a happier note...I sold another hat....this time the denim blue beret. I just relisted a snow-boarders hat in a blue and green camo. I dropped the price a little bit...maybe that will catch someone's eye!! Stop by my eBay store when you have a minute... http://stores.ebay.ca/Debeeedos-New-To-You-Shop

Still working on those mittens...lost my "mojo"...

Hope all is well in your neck of the woods...until next time!!

Farewell To January....

It's the last day of January...a bittersweet love affair. January....a new beginning of yet another year...and one month closer to spring. All positive things...time has a way of movin' on, doesn't it?

Speaking of time...I received a "nasty" email this afternoon. It has alot to do with the picture in this post. It's the emblem of the high school I graduated from. St. Clair High...the graduating class of 1970. The Mighty, Mighty Saints!! Any clues yet??? You're close...this is the year of my 40th class reunion. Yes, this "chick" is gettin' old...but never too old!!!! ;) I'd like to go...it's been a long time since I've seen anyone and several of my classmates are no longer with us. Will keep you posted as time goes on. I'd like to drop about 20 pounds for this milestone...wish me luck!!

I'm now off for the next 4 days...nothing special planned. Tonight I'm going to lounge in my chair and see how long it takes me to "drift" off. I stayed up far too late last night...and I'm tired. Will I stay awake for the Grammy Awards??? It's doubtful...but stranger things have happened!!!

I'm off to my chair.....

SOLD!!!

Not alot of news here on the home front. I think I mentioned that our neighbor backed into the side of our car just before Christmas. Well, we got it back today and it looks like new! A beautiful job! Glad that little episode is history!!!

John's on the way to the post office. He needs to fax an offer on a house we like in Brockville. It's in need of work...alot of it...but well worth it....water front property. This is a counter offer...eventually someone will back down.

Started another pair of crocheted mittens last night. This time in a robin's egg blue. They're a surprise for one of my customer's at the restaurant. I commented on her scarf...and she mentioned how she wish she knew how to knit or crochet so she could have a matching pair of mitts.

Sold a hat to Melissa in British Columbia. Two toned purple with a nice big flower!! Hope she enjoys it!!!

Stay warm...it's damn cold out there. I'm gonna go curl up in my chair and catch alittle afternoon t.v.

Until next time.... :)

Can You Imagine.....

Can you imagine snow this deep??? WOW!! I don't know where I found this picture...so I can't give credit where credit is due. But...thank goodness we've had a mild winter. The freezing rain we were promised has finally arrived...it's hitting the window as I speak. Snow, wind, rain and ice...such a good afternoon to stay inside!!!

I left work as it started to rain...and the ice in the parking lot was as slick as glass. Do I need to say more?? Have you ever seen a beached whale try to make it's way back to the water? Well picture this as you think of me making my way to the car!!! I cut my knee and the palms of my hands. What a bitch!! I want to crochet...but my fingers hurt!! (Whiner!)

I'm off for the next four days...and looking forward to some "down time". I do have to clean for Mr. Short tomorrow morning...but other than that, the time is MINE!!!

I'll talk to ya later...hope your Sunday is all you want it to be!!!

Check It Out....

Not too impressed with the upcoming forecast...I don't know about you...but I'm not a real big fan of the winter months...and surely NOT of ice rain.

It's been a busy week!! We took a trip to Brockville...and looked at 3 houses. Fell in love with one...and the one that needed the most work. But...it didn't quite work out...at least not for the time being. Too much red tape...but you just never know where your luck is, right??

I've been doing some crocheting...and actually got out my knitting needles for awhile. Still working on some dish cloths...just to use up some odds and ends of cotton yarn. Did I tell you I sold 2 of my hats??? AWESOME!!! Gotta love eBay!!

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