Something to pass the time...

Thought I'd share this with you...

You are The Star

Hope, expectation, Bright promises.

The Star is one of the great cards of faith, dreams realised

The Star is a card that looks to the future. It does not predict any immediate or powerful change, but it does predict hope and healing. This card suggests clarity of vision, spiritual insight. And, most importantly, that unexpected help will be coming, with water to quench your thirst, with a guiding light to the future. They might say you're a dreamer, but you're not the only one.

What Tarot Card are You?
Take the Test to Find Out.

I pull this card more often than any others...Odd??? Nah!!!

Enjoy!

Lazy Daize

Wow, I have been in a bit of a lazy blogger mode. I have been knitting, just lazy about posting on it. Sorry blogland.

Well, shortly after I finished my monkey socks...I found out that my cousin was pregnant and started knitting in pink in hopes that it would help for the outcome of a girl when she went to find out. Seeing that she already has 2 little boys, I thought it was only fair that it was time for a little girl. She even wore pink from head to toe and all of her accessories were pink too the day she was to find out. I will have you know, that none of it worked. She is having a little boy (again) and now that my something pink is almost complete, I might as well finish it...right? (Sigh) So I'll share pics once the something pink is finished. Just gotta finish the sleeves and edging on the neck, so it won't be long...k?

And in other news. Come February 2008, I will be moving. Miss Tonia and I have been room mates for 2 years come that time and friends for even way longer than that and have decided that it's time to move on. In the time that we've shared this space, there has never been one major fight or arguement. C'mon, we're almost like sisters. Each of us both having 2 girls and a small zoo all slammed into one big space made for an interesting life. Most of the time it was just laughs. From the initial move in days, to sewing what seemed like a million corn hole bags, to random dinners and more. It has been great! I'm glad we were able to help each other during this time...but now? On to bigger and better things!!!

Ok, ok, back to knitting now. Talk with you later when I have pics of my something pink. Then after that, I'll start on something blue.

Oh, and I almost forgot. I'm still stalking my Ravelry invite. I still have over 7,000 people in front of me. So, not much longer and I'll be a part of this awesome thing called Ravelry. Can't wait!

C-ya, Dreem

To My 3 PIF Exchange Participants...

Congratulations to me! I now have all 3 people for my PIF Exchange. To 2 of my 3 PIF'ers (Ms. Diva and Amanda Ryan)...please leave me a comment on my blog with your email address so I can contact you to get your complete mailing address so I may keep my part of the commitment.

Remember, here are the rules:

"Here is how it works! I'll send a handmade gift to the first 3 people who leave a comment on my blog requesting to join this PIF exchange! I don't know what that gift will be yet, and you may not receive it tomorrow or next week...LOL... but you will receive it within 365 days, that's a promise! and it will be something yummy!! The only thing you have to do in return is pay it forward by making the same promise on your blog..."

So, there you have it. The first 3 people to leave a comment that they want to join, will be in. Please make sure to leave you e-mail address in the comment, so I can contact you for your snail mail address.

I look forward to spying on your blogs and seeing what you like to do. Can't wait to come up with something.

C-ya, Dreem

Drumroll Please....

I have FINALLY finished my monkey socks. Little by little they grew each week. Even with very little knitting mojo for some reason. I have accomplished my monkey socks. And they are such a great fit. I love them, and they are allllllll mine.





Specs: Cherry Tree Hill sock yarn a gift from my Hurricane Swap Party pal (mentioned here) on Crystal Palace US2's. And of coarse the Monkey Sock pattern in Knitty's Winter 2006.

Now, that I've completed my monkies...I can now start on yet another baby gift. This baby isn't due for a while and I'm starting it in pink (even though it's not confirmed) but she already has 2 boys....I'm starting the girly mojo now! And if it's a boy then I'll just make something else. Knitting baby things are so neat. Wish my girls were still little.

Also, I still need 2 more takers on the PIF Exchange. Anybody? Anybody? C'mon, it'll be fun!

C-ya, Dreem

Any takers on the PIF Exchange???

Hello,

Anyone out there? (tap, tap, tap) I haven't had one comment for this Pay It Forward Exchange. Anyone interested? Well if so, please leave me a comment...PLEASE???


On the knitting front, I am looking for a big project to start. Something in worsted weight yarn. Haven't figured out exactly what yet. Once I know, I let you know. I am almost done with my monkey socks. Yes, I know. A little slow...but life has been a wee bit busy. And since I've been busy, I have started a lace project but set it aside until I have some quiet time to spend with it.

Well, I will have pics of a complete pair of socks shortly (crosses fingers). Don't forget, the first 3 to leave a comment about the PIF Exchange are in. C'mon and sign up. It'll be lots of fun!

C-ya, Dreem

PIF Exchange

While blog hopping I stumbled across a neat idea. Well, I thought it was...

It's the PAY IT FORWARD Exchange. I found it on Gill's blog and joined in the fun.



This exchange is based on this gorgeous movie with Helen Hunt in it called 'Pay It Forward'. How many of you out there have had a chance to watch it? O.K. If you've yet to see the movie, this is what the PIF Exchange is all about......


"Here is how it works! I'll send a handmade gift to the first 3 people who leave a comment on my blog requesting to join this PIF exchange! I don't know what that gift will be yet, and you may not receive it tomorrow or next week...LOL... but you will receive it within 365 days, that's a promise! and it will be something yummy!! The only thing you have to do in return is pay it forward by making the same promise on your blog..."

So the first 3 people who leave a comment on my blog, will get something made for them by me! I can't wait to see who you are! I should be able to come up with something good for you all, just you wait and see! Let me know you want in and if you are among the first 3, you'll be in! I'll need your email address when you comment so that I know how to reach you to obtain your address, ok?

I can't wait to see who the 3 lucky people will be.

C-ya, Dreem

Home again, home again, jiggady jig...

Ok, the business trip to Hermosa Beach, Ca was a blast. Yes, I worked all day Monday through Thursday, but once our office day was done the night life was great.

Monday night we went to the Bluewater Grill. I ordered crab cakes, and as crazy as it sounds...I've never had crab cakes. Yes, I know...I live a sheltered life! All I can say is YUM!

Tuesday, after a long days work...WHEW! We went to the Cheesecake Factory. I had the orange chicken. My lord that's alot of food for one person. And then we ordered dessert to go. I had never been here before, and there's one in my neck of the woods. I will definitely be visiting it soon though. YUM YUM!

Wednesday we were supposed to go fend for ourselves. HA, NOT!!! We all ended up at Hennessey's Tavern. They have great appetizers and drinks.

And then Thursday night after our final day at the office, we went to the Italy's Little Kitchen. I had lobster alfredo and a glass of Chiante, and ended the night with a cappuccino. And needless to say, that thing was loaded. I was on a caffine high for hours afterwards.

Oh yeah, I had never had lobster before either. Yes, I do live a seriously sheltered life. But, I got to live a little in Hermosa Beach, CA. I took some pics and here are a few for you to see...


This is my favorite picture that I took of the Pacific Ocean! The colors were just awesome!


Here's another shot of the Pacific...It was so pretty that night.


And here's a shot of the beach from the pier. Enjoy!

On the knitting front, I am near the heel on my second monkey that I've been working on. And I have started my first lace project. I have pics of there here soon.

C-ya! Dreem

Headed to California...

For business! Ok, sitting at the airport for a flight to LAX (Los Angeles, CA). Anxious, nervous and excited all at once. My nerves are shot! I don't care to much for planes...only been on a few. Just don't like the feeling of not being in control. I know, I know....WEIRD! But that's just me. Gave all my kisses and hugs to everyone that matters and here I sit. Sweating it out. I hate being nervous for that reason. So that's why I arrived earlier than most. So I could sit down, and chill out. Maybe another half an hour and I'll be good to go...

I have never been to California, so this will be an experience all in it's own. I WILL BE visiting the Pacific...come hell or high water. I will get to the beach! I have promised myself that one. And I plan to take lots of pics. (hopefully)

Well, I'm going to dig into my little knitting bag and start my second monkey sock right now. Help get my mind off all the happenings around me.

C-ya for now, Dreem

Just Monkey-ing Around...

Ok, so I've been a little slow to start something new since the baby sweater. But I have alot on my plate right now. Like a little business trip to the west coast. Yep, you read it with your own two eyes...I am going to California! YAY!!! I have NEVER been before so this is exciting for me...Not to crazy about the whole flying thing, but I'll get over it. I plan to take lots of pics (hopefully) and some knitting. I want to start my very first lace project. I have found the perfect pattern, now I just have to find my yarn. I think I'm going to go with something from Knit Picks just because it fits my budget right now. I'm going to keep the pattern a bit of a mystery for now just in case it turns out to be a total flop (doubt it). I'm not one for trying the simple things to begin with so I am going to jump in with both feet and not look back. Just like me with learning how to do cables. I chose one of the harder patterns to begin with. The Rogue! So I'm not one to try simple things first.

Also, I went into my LYS for a knitters night out and heard that they may be hiring part time help. Sounds like my cup o' tea. I let them know I was interested...now I just have to wait and see. "Pay me in yarn please!"

And here is what I've been working (slowly) on...



Yep, if you guessed Monkey, you got it right. And I decided to go with a short row heel for a change. I haven't done one in a while so I felt up to the minor challenge of trying to remember how to. I think my memory was pretty good this time around. LOL!

Here's another pic....just cuz!



Yep, that's it...just Monkey-ing around!

C-ya, Dreem

Look! It's a FO!!! Whoo Hoo!!!

Ok, now don't get any ideas...I AM NOT having a baby...but a friend of mine is pregnant and I haven't had the pleasure of making a knitted baby anything yet. Since my girls are older baby stuff is no where near my future. So without further ado....


Here it is sitting on the dryer...drying


Here's a bit of a closer look.


And here it is in all it's glory! Not bad for my first raglan ever. And the matress stitch made the seaming a breeze. Mind you, I did knit the majority of it in the one piece method...even the sleeves. I DO NOT like to seam so it helps.

Specs: Pattern from Simple Knits for Chereished Babies by Erika Knight. I used Jaeger Aqua Cotton in color #303/Herb. Then of coarse cute little buttons that I found at JoAnn's.

Let me know what you think. I'd love to hear from you.

C-ya, Dreem