Wet and miserable. They cancelled the school buses yesterday because of freezing rain in the morning but it turned to rain quickly. The snow has gone down though but I wonder what is next? In spite of it I did my walk to the Bank and the Post office in the drizzle. Its more "the walk" that I look forward to even if I have to do business. I stopped into the Village Bins store to purchase a few Christmas candies to include in the gift basket. I purchased a candy covered pretzel that I really liked - haven't had pretzels in a long time and like them plain but this candy cane covering made them even nicer. But I only bought a few so only had a few to spare for myself once the basket was done haha! More cookies made yesterday by Harry, and I was able to organize and then wrap the gift basket for our friends. It is now ready and often we will drive to Sprucedale to deliver.. closer to the time.
Well, onto another day. I have started to drink my coffee black and I think it is making a difference in the taste and effect it has - cannot explain it but I read that it was better black and that after so many days getting used to the black, you wouldn't go back to having milk in it? Who knows? Take care
Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Monday, November 28, 2016
Rain!?!
It's the end of November, and I had to do my shopping this morning in a steady rain! By afternoon it was changing to sleet-y snow, but rain? In November?
Your weekend sounds wonderful Cathy. I sometimes miss the social life that is the reward for being active in the community, but you seem to have it down pat.
Other than shopping, and paying bills, we had a lazy day. I tended to my dye baths, and then puttered in the studio. Then spent most of the evening sitting in front of the tv sewing hexies. The dyeing is over for now, ( I have one small bath going overnight, but it will be finished by morning, and it's just to create a backing fabric to match a couple of the pieces I did earlier.) My dye supply is getting low, and it will be a few weeks before I can order more. Not that I'm worried about keeping busy, as the housework has been ignored a bit lately. As well, the table in the basement studio is about 2 feet deep ( I'm not exaggerating). David bought a new power bar for the lights and radio down there, so spending time won't seem so bad now. Maybe I can get the area tidied up by Christmas.
Since we are going to Amber's for Christmas, and only have to produce some "pip'n'squeak", we're not sure how much we might do around here. I look forward to making a bit of fuss, and decorating a little, but David appears to prefer not. It's hard to find a happy medium. Perhaps a tree this year, but no fancy Christmas dishes? we'll see.
Not going to worry tonight. Sleep well, everyone.
Your weekend sounds wonderful Cathy. I sometimes miss the social life that is the reward for being active in the community, but you seem to have it down pat.
Other than shopping, and paying bills, we had a lazy day. I tended to my dye baths, and then puttered in the studio. Then spent most of the evening sitting in front of the tv sewing hexies. The dyeing is over for now, ( I have one small bath going overnight, but it will be finished by morning, and it's just to create a backing fabric to match a couple of the pieces I did earlier.) My dye supply is getting low, and it will be a few weeks before I can order more. Not that I'm worried about keeping busy, as the housework has been ignored a bit lately. As well, the table in the basement studio is about 2 feet deep ( I'm not exaggerating). David bought a new power bar for the lights and radio down there, so spending time won't seem so bad now. Maybe I can get the area tidied up by Christmas.
Since we are going to Amber's for Christmas, and only have to produce some "pip'n'squeak", we're not sure how much we might do around here. I look forward to making a bit of fuss, and decorating a little, but David appears to prefer not. It's hard to find a happy medium. Perhaps a tree this year, but no fancy Christmas dishes? we'll see.
Not going to worry tonight. Sleep well, everyone.
Monday
I survived the last week and am forging on. Work is work. We had our craft sale on Saturday and it seemed to go okay. I was there by 7 and spent the day. The best part was just as we were tearing down we got a message from the manager to leave the tables up and just stack the chairs in "8" and leave them where they were!!!!! What a nice surprise. We were out of the Hall by 10 to 5!!! I was ready to go home, but after a glass of wine I felt I could survive until the Parade of Lights was over. I'm glad I stayed. there were only 2 trucks this year without lights, and only 1 Santa. Last year there were 2! How traumatic for everyone. I mentioned it to the Chamber of Commerce the day after the parade last year and Barb said she didn't realize. I was told that this year the application clearly stated that you could not have Santa on your float. (Why would anyone even think they could!! Santa always comes at the end) Sunday I had a teleconference in the morning, but I got to leave early cause I had a performance in the afternoon. We had our Annual reading of "A Christmas Carol" Rrain organized the music again this year and it was fantastic. 10 singers performed around 12 carols acapella. They were amazing. (Spell cheque just gave me the last letter of the alphabet in my words!) After the performance we had cookies and Wassail. I make the wassail every year and this year not one person had coffee. They all loved the wassail. There was a bit left over for me to take home. I added a shot of vodka. Was it ever good!!! Maybe next year I will keep some vodka in the kitchen for the performers :) We are having our first snow of the season today. It is very heavy and wet. Freezing rain mixed with snow. Tomorrow should be a fun drive. Tomorrow's rehearsal is cancelled so I will have another day to rest. Last night I went to bed by nine, but I was overtired and couldn't sleep. I think tonight will be different.
Sunday, November 27, 2016
My turn--What can I say?
I have been immersed in Ice dyeing. A fairly complex technique, but after a couple of years of trying, off and on, I'm getting close to the results I want. Otherwise we watch tv, and tend to housework.
We've been out a bit. We wanted to check out the things we were thinking of putting on out Christmas list, to make sure they were within the price restrictions. David usually asks for some new sweat jackets from Walmart. They had none for sale and no guarantee that they would have any by Christmas. But we found a couple of pricier ones that we both fell in love with, so he has a couple of new ones for this year. Same sort of result at the liquor store. The bottle he was thinking of was too pricey for the gift list, but I bought him one for Christmas anyway, just between the two of us. Good quality Scotch. something David and Daddy had in common. So, our Christmas lists are pretty "skint", so far. I checked out a couple of things on the internet, and there was no way to access them, easily, so they're not on the list either. I would like to have lists posted this weekend, but am having to reach a bit.
David plans to watch the Grey Cup this evening, so we've roasted a small chicken early, and will have a snack now ( 4:00), and another larger snack after the game. I can keep playing with getting fabric ready for the dye bath, or I can play with hexies, this evening. Talk about a fun plan for the evening. On the other hand, we both are feeling the need for a quiet evening and early to bed, so today will probably be the day.
We've been out a bit. We wanted to check out the things we were thinking of putting on out Christmas list, to make sure they were within the price restrictions. David usually asks for some new sweat jackets from Walmart. They had none for sale and no guarantee that they would have any by Christmas. But we found a couple of pricier ones that we both fell in love with, so he has a couple of new ones for this year. Same sort of result at the liquor store. The bottle he was thinking of was too pricey for the gift list, but I bought him one for Christmas anyway, just between the two of us. Good quality Scotch. something David and Daddy had in common. So, our Christmas lists are pretty "skint", so far. I checked out a couple of things on the internet, and there was no way to access them, easily, so they're not on the list either. I would like to have lists posted this weekend, but am having to reach a bit.
David plans to watch the Grey Cup this evening, so we've roasted a small chicken early, and will have a snack now ( 4:00), and another larger snack after the game. I can keep playing with getting fabric ready for the dye bath, or I can play with hexies, this evening. Talk about a fun plan for the evening. On the other hand, we both are feeling the need for a quiet evening and early to bed, so today will probably be the day.
Backing up a bit
On Friday we drove to North Bay to do some shopping and I was very happy to have had a successful go at it. We found the game Jok- R - Rummi at Walmart and it was bought for Mike and Erin. They play games and I liked it so much when we all played last year, I thought they, too, would enjoy playing it. Also I purchased the DavidsTea Advent Collection for Erin. Mike gave me a little list as I mentioned so it was easy to follow the list. Since it is an Advent Calendar with little teas for each day in December, I decided to wrap it up, and it will be mailed on Monday with the tag saying Open Me Now! In Coles I found a Mystery Book for Erin - one Mike had suggested. We also got lucky with gifts for Mike. It is easy when Erin gives Mike a list of suggestions haha!
So it seems all is well. I have to make up a basket as we do each year for the friends in Sprucedale ( the ones who were very helpful with Harry's Mother) I have a basket already, and now several items eg tea, chocolates, biscuits etc and when I have it assembled, then I'll cover it with the clear plastic wrap. Today Harry started his baking with ingredients we bought at the local Village Bins Store ( we like to support the business folks locally when we can) So for today I shall be on guard to assist as usual. We went yesterday up to the Auction Barn in Powassan to pick up some Cassette music tapes Harry was successful in buying. So on the way we stopped at a few local Christmas Craft shows - I am looking for a red knitted winter hat and usually someone has a booth selling such items ( but I did not find what I wanted). Well I have a wash on and so should go, and also see how things are in the kitchen! Take care
So it seems all is well. I have to make up a basket as we do each year for the friends in Sprucedale ( the ones who were very helpful with Harry's Mother) I have a basket already, and now several items eg tea, chocolates, biscuits etc and when I have it assembled, then I'll cover it with the clear plastic wrap. Today Harry started his baking with ingredients we bought at the local Village Bins Store ( we like to support the business folks locally when we can) So for today I shall be on guard to assist as usual. We went yesterday up to the Auction Barn in Powassan to pick up some Cassette music tapes Harry was successful in buying. So on the way we stopped at a few local Christmas Craft shows - I am looking for a red knitted winter hat and usually someone has a booth selling such items ( but I did not find what I wanted). Well I have a wash on and so should go, and also see how things are in the kitchen! Take care
We're here for you Cathy!
In spite of your comments, it was still nice to hear from you and know you are in touch through the blog. And please know, if you wish, portions of your "week from hell" can be shared - maybe spilling the beans may actually help you a bit?? Thinking of you .....take care xxx
Saturday, November 26, 2016
week from hell
I am not ignoring everyone.. This is just a really bad week. Hopefully I will have more time next week Still love both of you. I might have a breather by Monday night.
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