Happy Halloween!!!

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International Talk Like A Pirate Day!

My pirate name is:

Iron Prudentilla Rackham

A pirate's life isn't easy; it takes a tough person. That's okay with you, though, since you a tough person. You have the good fortune of having a good name, since Rackham (pronounced RACKem, not rack-ham) is one of the coolest sounding surnames for a pirate. Arr!

Get your own pirate name from piratequiz.com.
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Alright, Mateys...go get yer own Pirate name. Arggg!

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Dish Rag Tag: The Sequel

I made it into Dish Rag Tag: The Sequel. I had heard of the Dish Rag Tag but really didn't know what it was about. Toni sent me a message and gave me a heads up so I hopped over to check it out and decided it sounded like fun. If you're curious or possibly interested on joining the fun hop over to Yarn Miracle and read about it and sign up if you'd like. There's plenty of slots left right now.

*edited the links...should be working now. Thanks!

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Award Day...

I received this award from Wendy today. Thanks, Wendy! I'm sure most of you already know that I have to pass it on...only to 5 people which is soooo hard to do. Since Wendy has already passed it on to some of the bloggers I would have chosen...she's making it a little easier for me. lol

I nominate the following bloggers for this award:


Shirl - Wonderful friend and talented knitter (keep an eye out...she has some designs of her own)

Froggie - Frog fanatic, awesome friend and dishcloth designer

Tea - Fellow country girl with an awesome sense of humor (she designs too)

hakucho - Always a great blog to visit if you're looking for inspiration...did I mention she's a designer?

Brian - You just need to visit this guy....he knits, crochets, designs in both, spins, dyes...okay I don't think there's anything he can't do

I just realized they were all designers...lol I have some seriously talented friends!



Now, here are the rules and regulations of the Arte y Pico Award:


1) Pick five (5) blogs that you consider deserve this award for their creativity, design, interesting material, and also for contributing to the blogging community, no matter what language.
2) Each award has to have the name of the author and also a link to his or her blog to be visited by everyone.
3) Each award winner has to show the award and put the name and link to the blog that has given her or him the award itself.
4) Award-winner and the one who has given the prize have to show the link of "Arte y Pico" blog, so everyone will know the origin of this award (http://arteypico.blogspot.com/)

Have fun and good luck picking your five.

Hugs!

The Simple Woman's Summer Swap

I've read about this swap on several blogs....you know who you are.....I just could not take the pressure anymore. I'm in. It's a really nice swap for anyone who loves to do swaps but doesn't have the funds or the time to do a huge complicated thing. Check it out if you think you're interested...there's still a little time left to get in. I love the swaps and I could totally do it more often with nice simple swaps like this one.

I'm A Golden Retriever! :P

I saw this cute little quiz on LaVerna's Blog . I had to go and find out what doggie I am.

Sharing The Blog Fuel

Come on...who doesn't love Dunkin' Donuts, right!?

Mother's Day Give-Away

For all you Moms out there who love books....check out Melissa's Desk for a nice little contest. Just click on the photo.

A Little Change Of Pace...

My intention this past weekend was to finish up three dishcloths that I had OTN....that didn't happen. I could not knit a dishcloth to save my life. I have one still OTN and with the correct number of stitches. One was frogged and the other is OTN but with extra stitches that came from I have no idea where. I thought...at this point...it's time for a change of pace.

This is a 14 year old boy's idea of what you do with knitting needles with the lights on the tips. Aunt Kathy sent me these in the Hot Cocoa Swap. I love these needles and I promise AK....they are unharmed...I rescued them. I have to admit though...it was pretty cool.

I have been considering knitting the Everlasting Bagstopper for about 5 months now but just never got around to it. Froggie gave me this awesome yarn...Sugar & Cream kit with 3 large skeins...so I thought why not. It's almost time to start going to my sister's to swim in her pool and this would be perfect for a "pool bag" to carry wet things home or whatever other stuff we need to lug around. It knits up really fast....mindless after you get the bottom done...perfect pattern for me! I'm planning to make one for everybody so we can be a little more organized for a change and maybe the kids won't leave their clothes behind. That happened quite a few times last year. lol

I bought this yarn to make myself a scarf. Froggie and I were doing our own little KAL. She got the same yarn just in a different colorway. I tried 3 different patterns with it this past weekend with no luck. (There's that number 3 again. :P ) I finally settled on the One Row Handspum Scarf by the Yarn Harlot. I love it so far! I love that it's the same pattern on every single row! I can knit and watch TV or talk...perfection! I cast on 30 stitches instead of the 26 she did but I think the 26 stitches would have looked just as nice. I'm using a US Size 7 needle so I was afraid it was going to turn out a little small. Come on, Froggie!! You gotta catch up!! *You should have plenty of time because I can't seem to put this Everlasting Bagstopper down. *

Back to the bag....maybe I'll have an FO tomorrow.

Hugs!

Now I Get It!!

see more crazy cat pics

Now I understand why we all can't get rid of the yucky business. I have proof right here. We gotta catch this fella and stop the madness!!! :P

Spring Time Fun

I am finally beginning to feel better...YAY! Started my antibiotics yesterday...just a nasty case of sinusitis luckily...better than bronchitis anyway. The little man and Ms Thang were playing for a bit before he left to go home so I thought I would take some more Spring photos to share with ya. Well, I got a little distracted. lol

Out of who knows how many photos, I did manage to get a couple of good ones of the little man in the air. *as far as a little man can go anyway* He loves that trampoline! Then I got another idea...

Under the trampoline I went....yeah...flat on my back on the ground....but it was worth it. How cute is this? It was so hard to get him to be still long enough to get a shot but I got one really good one. He thought I was crazy I think but it made him laugh. lol

The girl had to get in on the fun...I was afraid she was gonna jump too hard and make contact with me. She got awfully close more than a few times. The things I do for a photo op. Nice hair-do there, girlfriend! :P

I love to take pictures of them when they're not paying any attention...kind of a "stolen moment" sort of thing. These are so much better than posed photos in my opinion. He looked so deep in thought and I think the black and white just added to the drama. In reality, he was fascinated by my neighbor on his riding lawn mower...probably thinking of the damage he could do with one those things. The kid is fearless.

I've made a little progress on the second sock....hard to knit with the dang headache I had so I can't wait to get back to knitting more. I know I need to get that shawl going again but "the evil that is Ravelry" is making me want to knit a Clapotis . I have some Noro Kureyon ...had it for quite a while actually...didn't know what to do with it...saw a Clapotis knitted with it and now...I WANT ONE! I think I need an intervention....Back. Away. From. The. Noro. *sigh* Icelandic guilt will not allow me to cast on..... back to the socks.

Hugs!

Happy Easter!

see more crazy cat pics

see more loldogs are funny dog pictures!


Hope you all who celebrate have a Happy Easter!

The Bass Tournament Was In Town

Our little town was home to The Bassmaster Classic Tournament from February 22-24. The lake here was covered in boats. I pretty much missed the whole thing since I'm not a fisherperson or anything. My sister, brother-in-law and nephew (total cuteness) went to the show that was (I believe) at the Expo Center...they have the freebies and the booths and that sort of thing. While walking around, they came across this "green screen" where you could get a free photo taken. Cuteness and his dad decided on this shot (above). I love the look on his face...kinda makes the whole thing seem real. lol It's amazing what you can do with technology these days.

Duckie update...just gotta sew him together and put in the stuffing and he is birthday ready!

Found out today that my cousin whose original due date was April is now at the "any day now" point. She went for an ultra sound and the baby has turned and assumed the position. Today, I had to dig out my Cotton Tots and get some baby cloths started....shower will be rushed up pretty soon I think.

Hope you're all doing well, my cold is finally beginning to subside and I can breathe!!! YAY for tissues with lotion in them. My nose is forever grateful.

Big Bird?

You Are Big Bird

Talented, smart, and friendly... you're also one of the sanest people around. You are usually feeling: Happy. From riding a unicycle to writing poetry, you have plenty of hobbies to keep you busy. You are famous for: Being a friend to everyone. Even the grumpiest person gets along with you. How you life your life: Joyfully. "Super. Duper. Flooper."

The Sesame Street Personality Quiz

Mini Sock Keychain

I decided today that since I can knit a sock now...I should whip up my sock keychain kit. I really wanted to have it on my keys to let everyone see. It was a super quick, fun knit.

It is so cute. I just love it and I've already had a request to make one for someone else. I think maybe I'll have to order some yarn and a handful of the sock blocker keychains so I can have them handy for gifts.

If anyone is interested in getting them...you can find them at The Unique Sheep .

Just a quick post today...had to share this little thing with you. It's already on my keys and ready for show. :)

Helpful Link....

I saw this cool tip on another blog and wanted to pass it along to all my friends. So, if you'd like to see a cool way to clean your computer screen then just click....

Clean your computer screen

Tagged....The Power Of 7

Claudia over at Cat tagged me for The Power of 7.

1. Link to your tagger and post these rules on your blog.
2. Share 7 facts about yourself on your blog, some random, some weird.
3. Tag 7 people at the end of your post by leaving their names as well as links to their blogs.
4. Let them know they are tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.

1. I rarely ever watch TV. I use it mostly for background noise.

2. We use sign language in our house as much as we speak English.

3. I'm pretty good at cake decorating...once made my son a full body Spongebob cake...it was awesome. I've also done baby shower cakes, birthday cakes and one wedding cake (3 tiers).

4. I have the worst memory in the history of memories....I write everything down.

5. I had two of my children in the same year....long story short, one was born in February and the other was very premature in October of the same year.

6. I am addicted to French Vanilla Cappuccino.

7. I have taken self defense classes from a former IKF Kickboxing champion.

I now tag these 7 people who are sure to be thrilled by the tagging. lol

Dianna

Toni

Shea

Christy

Shorty

Allena

Nichole

Okay people, get on with the sharing of random weirdness.

Hugs!

I Am 6:49 am

You're the time of day right around sunrise, when the sky is still a pale bluish gray. The streets are empty, and the grass and leaves are a little bit sparkly with dew. You are the sound of a few chirpy birds outside the window. You are quiet, peaceful, and contemplative. If you move slowly, it's not because you're lazy – it's because you know there's no reason to rush. You move like a relaxed cat, pausing for deep stretches that make your muscles feel alive. You are long sips of tea or coffee (out of a mug that's held with both hands) that slowly warm your insides just as the sun is brightening the sky.

Woo Hoo...The Rain Is Gone!

YAY!! The rain is gone...for now anyway. The sun has been out off and on today and it's a warm 68 degrees F. I wish it felt this way all the time.

Yesterday on Nichole's blog ...she had some hilarious, time-sucking links to share. I spent a lot of time on the 3rd link...too funny! If you need a good laugh, it's a great place to check out.

Photo taken by William Smith...Sunset...The Cape in South Africa

I received this photo in an email today. It was just so beautiful...I had to share it. It was taken by my friend's son in South Africa. Shirley and I have become very good friends and have adopted each others families. Will went back to school this past week and sent his American "Aunty" Mel this photo. I'm sure I'm not the only one who never realized what a beautiful country it is.

Going back to my corner to knit now. :)

My Epitaph

Take this quiz at QuizGalaxy.com

I saw this on Christy's blog and had to go find out what mine would say.