Sorry it's been a while. Things have been a little crazy in my world. Job seeking continues, but I am working hours that amount to full time at NS, so that's good. It keeps me busy and puts money in my pocket in more ways than one. I have started seaming customers' sweaters and that has actually been a pretty steady income for me. I have 10 sweaters that need attention, plus an afghan that has unraveled and is needing some TLC. It's pretty steady and it's good.
Since I wrote you last, I have been to Rhinebeck, been to a Daughtry concert, finished Mr. Greenjeans, finished a pair of Bella Mittens, finished a pair of child-size mittens (both for a fundraiser for Ward Home, sponsored by Natural Stitches), started a dark side cowl, tried several new recipes, yelled at the school nurse, and I think that's about it.
Kim and I have decided that my travels to Rhinebeck are cursed. It isn't the festival itself -- it is the getting there that's the problem. If you recall, the first year, they lost my luggage. Last year, I was on the Greyhound bus with the Hari Krishnas. This year, my flight was scheduled to leave at 8:20 a.m. We took off at 4:08 p.m. Poor Kim, by the time she picked me up, I was hyper and overcaffeinated.
I did have a great time visiting with Deb, Misa and Shameka; I met Deb's sister MaryBeth, which was wonderful! I saw Ann & Kay (and helped them in a yarn consultation), Juno, Lily Chin, Ysolda, Laura Chau, and too many others to mention. I saw a lot of great hand knits. This year's popular pattern was, amazingly, Sally Melville's Einstein Coat. It was rather cold at Rhinebeck, though, so no wonder. I also saw a lot of owl sweaters. Pictures to come, I promise!I hope everybody is doing well, and I apologize to the few and faithful who check my blog for not blogging more regularly. :)
Big huge HUG! That's because I didn't get to give you one goodbye at Rhinebeck this year. You always bring a smile to my face and a laugh to my heart when I see you. Glad NS is keeping you busy and some money in your pocket!!!! Daughtry concert? Ooooo.
Posted by: Deborah | November 13, 2009 at 10:21 AM
I don't have anything thoughtful to say. So...HI. :)
Posted by: Jenn | November 13, 2009 at 10:49 AM
Hey, I wondered if you were doing anything interesting. I do check on you from time to time, it's the mother in me, I guess.
Sounds like you are still busy, but I need to remind you that my coffee is always hot, my door always open!
Happy Thanksgiving,
Jan
Posted by: Jan in PA | November 13, 2009 at 12:36 PM
It scares me a little that half of the finishing sweater is your queue could be mine. :-o Glad you're doing OK ... and that I know how to check in between blog posts! ;-)
Posted by: DPUTiger/amy | November 13, 2009 at 03:17 PM
Sorry I missed you at Rhinebeck! If I'd been thinking - and not under the influence of copious amounts of NyQuil - I would've suggested meeting up. Glad all's well.
Posted by: dani | November 13, 2009 at 03:35 PM
Oh hai! :)
Posted by: Jen | November 13, 2009 at 04:02 PM
It was awesome seeing you at Rhinebeck. No matter the travel troubles or the temperature, we always seem to have a good time. That's awesome that you are such a whiz at seaming and using it to make extra cash. It's good seeing your blog post!
Posted by: Shameka | November 13, 2009 at 11:51 PM
Honestly, I don't think I've even noticed that you haven't been blogging as much now that I see you so much more often!
Posted by: Sarah | November 15, 2009 at 05:19 PM
Rhinebeck was awesome with you! I hope you make it back next year without incident. I almost yelled at the school nurse last week too!
Posted by: misa | November 17, 2009 at 11:04 AM
Holy crap! I knew your travel had been bad but I didn't know it was that bad! Yikes!
Glad that you are doing well and keeping busy. Hope you find something sooner than later. Hope you have a great holiday!
Posted by: Jessica | November 20, 2009 at 12:17 PM