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November 28, 2006

how was 2006...

Taken from SweetGeorgia

Even though the year isn't over again ... we still have a whole month to go ... but I'm going to attempt to answer and perhaps update once the year is over.

How was 2006 for you?

2006 has been a year of constant change and ups and downs. A change of job, a failed marriage, separation with no hope of reuniting, family member dying, family members sick, purchase of a new home, a wonderful child, a fantastic yarn store to hang out in, spinning, knitting. It hasn't been the best of years, but it has taught me that I am strong. I am ok. I don't need anyone. That even on the worst day, all I need to do is look at my son and I smile.

What was the highlight of your year?

Buying my house.

What did you want to accomplish that you didn’t get to?

my 2006 knitting list!

What are you planning for 2007?

* learning to dye fibre
* work on me - mind especially and self acceptance
* enjoy my house
* spend TONS of quality time with Cameron
* focus on me ... me ... me

Posted by Morgan at 1:04 PM | Comments (1)

November 24, 2006

Dots

dots

Yes there really are dots used with the Big Girl Knits sessions.

The retreat was a blast.

I am tired.

I am spinning.

I am knitting.

I am crocheting.

I will take pictures of stuff soon.

I am going through all of my old clothing and giving it away.

Once I am done that I will be learning how to dye yarn & roving.

I promise.

Pictures soon.

Ps. My Postperson doesn't like me. 3 packages lost/returned to me. One for me sent back to sender. Another for me but coded to another person. *grrr*

Posted by Morgan at 3:06 PM | Comments (2)

November 15, 2006

one.word.only.

1. Yourself: sad
2. Your boyfriend/girlfriend (spouse): n/a
3. Your hair: red
4. Your mother: loving
5. Your father: dying
6. Your favorite item: wheel
7. Your dream last night: none
8. Your favorite drink: latte
9. Your dream car: jeep
10. The room you are in: comfortable
11. Your ex: insecure
12. Your fear: unsuccessful
13. What you want to be in 10 years? secure
14. Who you hung out with last night? nobody
15. What You're Not? stupid
16. Muffins: berry
17. One of your wish list items: wishlist?
18. Time: fast
19. The last thing you did: email
20. What you are wearing: cotton
21. Your favorite weather: fall
22. Your favorite book: Rowan
23. The last thing you ate: bagel
24. Your life: disjointed
25. Your mood: calm
26. Your best friend: n/a
27. What are you thinking about right now? laundry
28. Your car: van
29. What are you doing at the moment? tv
30. Your summer: gone
31. Your relationship status: single
32. What is on your TV? Commercial
33. What is the weather like? Sunny
34. When is the last time you laughed? yesterday

Posted by Morgan at 10:54 AM | Comments (0)

November 11, 2006

Retreat

It is 7pm and almost time for our sit down dinner. I have to say that this has been such a phenomenal weekend. I have a ton of pictures and will blog more when I am back in Calgary.

But. As a teaser. Here is what happened yesterday:

3:30 arrived at Make One Yarn Studio - Drank and ate till 5 pm
8:00 arrived at Emerald Lake lodge
8:15 Drank and ate some more
11:00 went back to my room, lit a fire, drank some wine
11:30 drank my wine while having a bath
Midnight curled up in bed

See you all on the flip side


ps. Amy and Jillian are awesome. Everyone here is awesome. Amy and Sandra rock for putting this together. I am almost finished my retreat sweater. The weather is Hallmark perfect.

Posted by Morgan at 6:59 PM | Comments (3)

November 6, 2006

catching up?

Right now I wonder if I'll ever catch up! I am still unpacking and of course I have two packages to send out for swaps and can't figure out where I actually put the packages! I'll be looking tomorrow since I teach a top down raglan class tonight.

So here is a quick recap:

I have received a bunch of packages - sockret pal, International Scarf Exchange and Hot Socks ...

I went to the Dixie Chicks last night. Did they ever rock. I want to see their documentary when it comes out too. The best was a sign that someone in the crowd had made which said "Everyone hates a nasty Bush". (or something like that)

My dad is going down hill. We think that he will be in a respitory coma shortly. He is gurgling and very out of it. *makes me sad*

I am knitting up a storm on my Retreat Sweater. Make One Yarn Studio (to lazy to link right now) has set up a retreat at Emerald Lake and we are meeting with the ladies from Big Girl Knits! Two nights, all food, all alcohol, enough yarn for a sweater, instruction, down time, one on one appointments. So I am working on a top down quicky pullover to wear with jeans out of Sheep Shop 2 yarn. Am halfway done the body.

I need sleep. I am really tired. But that is part of the depression. Work is crazy. And I am keeping it together.

More updates with pictures (I hope) this week.


HANDSPUN SOCK QUESTIONNAIRE

Do you prefer sock yarn that is a solid color, variegated, or striping? I like all three

What are your favorite colors & are there any colors that you do not like? Neon colors I'm not crazy about, or bright yellow .. everything else is pretty much fair game

How long have you been spinning & knitting? years and years and years

Do you have any fiber allergies or preferences? no mohair or angora ... and no rough rough wool

Are you willing to hand wash your socks or are you a machine wash only knitter? doesn't matter

Do you have any favorite candy or treats? chocolate and ketchup chips

Anything else you'd like to share with your pal? I'm pretty easy going with my packages. I love seeing what people throw together. Often I end up trying a yarn or something that I normally would not have chosen for myself. Also, if you live in a town with a Starbuck's I collect the Starbuck's City Mugs. I have them from all over the world. Even if I have it already I'll be in love since its a "backup".

Posted by Morgan at 12:13 PM | Comments (2)

November 2, 2006

Its November...

Where does the time go? I guess if I wasn't so busy I would be able to enjoy all that has been going on around me. Like the leaves changing. The first snowfall. Knitting. Spinning. All of that. And since I haven't been able to enjoy all of that I am going to give you some pictures of what has been going on.

malabrigio scarf
Malabrigio Scarf - Crochet


Roving
Roving. Not all of it. About half.

yarn under the stairs
Yarn under the Stairs. My very own Yarn shop.

wall of koigu
Yes. That is four shelves of Koigu. Yes I love this yarn. Yes I will aquire more.

Holy Cow Batman
BATMAN!!!!

Whitley - 27 weeks
New Puppy. Whitley. Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier. 27 weeks old.

Posted by Morgan at 9:45 AM | Comments (11)

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