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Multi Purpose Message (Including Knitting)

Posted in Double Knitting, koigu, Tapestry Cowl on September 22, 2008 | 7 Comments »

First off, thanks so much for all the wonderful birthday wishes. It was a fabulous day!! I’m very happy to say that our cousin in Texas is alive and well and her house is still standing. She and we have no idea how that is possible but it is. There is damage of course but [...]

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On This Day

Posted in Uncategorized on September 18, 2008 | 10 Comments »

38 years ago a woman who loves warm, rich earthy colors was born. Not only does she love earthy colors, but she’s learned to cherish the simple, sweet things about life. Where her heart lies is in family (my hubby and pups in particular), friends, yarn and food (not always in that order). Today is [...]

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My List

Posted in Uncategorized on September 12, 2008 | 4 Comments »

What a week it’s been at casa de ETG. The life plate is super full but I think with a little pray, time and patience all will be well. There have also been good things but I’ll save that for another day. 1. As IKE steam rolls toward Texas, all I can do is pray for my husband’s [...]

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Craving Fall

Posted in Uncategorized on September 7, 2008 | 2 Comments »

First off, thanks so much for the wonderful comments and praise for New Zealand it was really touching. And now I’m totally motivated to knit another sweater. Since the east coast simply refuses to cool off and foliage still hasn’t started to change, I thought I would just go out and find my own Fall. Not [...]

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Arriving At The Finish Line

Posted in New Zealand Pullover, Ravelympics 2008, Sweaters on September 5, 2008 | 9 Comments »

There isn’t a whole lot to say except it’s done. I enjoyed every stitch but I’m glad it over. Everyone is glad it’s over. I haven’t even blocked it yet but couldn’t wait another minute to show it to you. There’s the original below made by Elizabeth Zimmermann. I think after mine is blocked it will [...]

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Everyone Needs A Home Especially…

Posted in pet adoption on September 3, 2008 | 2 Comments »

My dear friend Heather came to me today asking for help to find a loving home for these two sweeties. I will post flyers, leave messages on some Ravelry boards but I thought this was the most direct way to “introduce them to you”. Heather is currently fostering them but most find them a home as [...]

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