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greta
Writer,Mom of two amazing adults (Daughter Bird and Boybird) who both have Autism Spectrum Disorders, with 2 poodles and a lifelong love affair with knitting!
Interests: Knitting, writing, quilting, baseball, auto-racing, gardening, hockey, and social justice
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THank you dear Jane!
She is getting excellent care and I am hopeful for a full recovery....
Commented Jan 18, 2019 on A Series of Miracles at lifelong knitter
A Series of Miracles
It’s been a WEEK, friends. I know it is only Wednesday, but honestly…..whew! On Monday, I purposely cleared my schedule in anticipation of hearing from the urologist and setting up an ultrasound (to check for further kidney stones) for that afternoon. He was delayed with surgeries and didn’t g...
Thank you Susan! Great to hear from you, hope all is well!
Commented Feb 23, 2016 on Harmony at lifelong knitter
Harmony
I practiced "pitching" my book yesterday. I need more practice! It will be easier when I have a business card with the website for the book. It didn't go as badly as it might have, though, because after the conversation the person came back to me later and said they were really looking forward...
Beautiful photos! You have a wonderful eye for composition!
Those lemon cakes are stunning.
xox
Commented Feb 19, 2016 on February days at Little Cotton Rabbits
February days
Well, here we are on the cusp of another school break. As seems to be the way lately the days have been zipping by in a blur without an awful lot seeming to get done. There has been a fair bit of baking here and of course knitting. I have also been trying to work on the next pattern but have fou...
So wish I could have been there! Looking forward to the book parties...
xox
Commented Feb 19, 2016 on Return from Madrona at Feral Knitter
Return from Madrona
Ah, the Madrona Fiber Arts Winter Retreat, in Tacoma, Washington--every Presidents' Day weekend you can count on this "retreat," a word that probably doesn't conjure an event held in an upscale hotel decorated with glass created by some 20 designers, attended by some 900 people (not includin...
So lovely to hear from you, DW! Thank you for the report from Wales...I still have it on my list of places to visit, and your lush green description moves it up the list once again! Peace be with you and yours, as always!
Commented Feb 3, 2013 on Another New Year! at lifelong knitter
Another New Year!
The traditional New Year of January 1 is well past, and The Year of the Water Snake does not begin until February, but it feels like it is a whole new year for me because I just slept 11 hours last night, and I am determined to RELAX today and not work straight through until the wee hours of the...
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Jun 26, 2011
Thank you so much Becca! Hugs are always appreciated!
Commented Jun 21, 2011 on Goodbye, Little Sister, Godspeed! at lifelong knitter
Goodbye, Little Sister, Godspeed!
It has been a long dark journey of sadness over the last 18 months. My sister departed this life early this morning, her struggle finally over. I was blessed to have two weeks with her recently, and was honored to share some amazing experiences with her. We said everything we needed to say, incl...
Thank you so much, Jane!
It has indeed been a long road.
Her happiest moments were with horses
and animals of all kinds.
I am sure the pasture is full JOY.
Lots of LOVE to you and yours
as always,
xox
Commented Jun 18, 2011 on Goodbye, Little Sister, Godspeed! at lifelong knitter
Goodbye, Little Sister, Godspeed!
It has been a long dark journey of sadness over the last 18 months. My sister departed this life early this morning, her struggle finally over. I was blessed to have two weeks with her recently, and was honored to share some amazing experiences with her. We said everything we needed to say, incl...
Thank you Susan! Hugs most greatly appreciated! xox
Commented Jun 17, 2011 on Goodbye, Little Sister, Godspeed! at lifelong knitter
Goodbye, Little Sister, Godspeed!
It has been a long dark journey of sadness over the last 18 months. My sister departed this life early this morning, her struggle finally over. I was blessed to have two weeks with her recently, and was honored to share some amazing experiences with her. We said everything we needed to say, incl...
It really was so exciting! Thanks, Jane...I do hope the links are still active!
Commented May 31, 2011 on My photo made USA Today! at lifelong knitter
My photo made USA Today!
When the Science Editor emailed to say that she read my blog post about the Magic Cicada hatch, I had a VERY Geekygirl moment.... The SCIENCE editor. sigh. She wanted to know if I'd be willing to do an interview... well, OF COURSE! I answered the phone at the appointed time, and told her I was g...
Thanks SO much, Susan! xox
Commented May 12, 2011 on My photo made USA Today! at lifelong knitter
My photo made USA Today!
When the Science Editor emailed to say that she read my blog post about the Magic Cicada hatch, I had a VERY Geekygirl moment.... The SCIENCE editor. sigh. She wanted to know if I'd be willing to do an interview... well, OF COURSE! I answered the phone at the appointed time, and told her I was g...
Blessings to you on this marvelous adventure!
I look forward to reading about your progress....
Commented May 6, 2011 on A New Adventure Begins at A View from Sierra County
A New Adventure Begins
I have mentioned and hinted a few times at the grand new adventure I have been embarking upon this spring, and today is the day to announce widely, and with the help of a contest, just what I have been up to! My love of all things fibery has been one of my partners through several decades, begin...
oh, wow. Just read the sample...I'm putting it on the list! One of my father's favorite sayings was "When you are up to your neck in alligators, it is hard to remember that the original goal was to drain the swamp."
Commented Apr 23, 2011 on An NPR moment.... at lifelong knitter
An NPR moment....
Yesterday, I heard a book review on NPR, about a YA time travelling adventure.... Today I went into my local, indie bookstore and told the bookseller about it. Except I didn't really remember the title, because I was driving at the time, but it had something to do with astral projection and res...
The book in the original review is Shadow Walkers by Brent Hartinger. The book that she thought I'd like but was out of stock is Hero by Perry Moore. The book I ended up reading is Will Grayson,will grayson by John Green and David Levithan.
My apologies, Sara! I thought the link in the blog post might start a discussion ;)
Commented Apr 23, 2011 on An NPR moment.... at lifelong knitter
An NPR moment....
Yesterday, I heard a book review on NPR, about a YA time travelling adventure.... Today I went into my local, indie bookstore and told the bookseller about it. Except I didn't really remember the title, because I was driving at the time, but it had something to do with astral projection and res...
Oh hooray, Daisy-Winifred! I always enjoy our conversations! Blessings to you and yours...
Commented Apr 21, 2011 on Inspired at lifelong knitter
Inspired
One of the VERY best things about the blogosphere is all of the INSPIRATION I get from my knitting peeps! Thanks to Norma, I am about to jump on the Clean Eating, Chi Running, one l short of Normal bandwagon. New SHOES may be involved. Sandy is the reason I am posting again. Her new project is a...
Thanks Susan! Amanda was another daily read that I need to revisit....
Commented Apr 21, 2011 on Inspired at lifelong knitter
Inspired
One of the VERY best things about the blogosphere is all of the INSPIRATION I get from my knitting peeps! Thanks to Norma, I am about to jump on the Clean Eating, Chi Running, one l short of Normal bandwagon. New SHOES may be involved. Sandy is the reason I am posting again. Her new project is a...
Lovely to hear from you Sara!
Will check in to the julia group...always glad to have another smart, geeky parent on my reading list!
The skating is on hold until I can resolve the Vertigo issues. sigh.
The sleep study has been a huge help, and I return for the next phase in June.
Always enjoy your updates!
Love to you and yours
as always. xox
Commented Apr 20, 2011 on Inspired at lifelong knitter
Inspired
One of the VERY best things about the blogosphere is all of the INSPIRATION I get from my knitting peeps! Thanks to Norma, I am about to jump on the Clean Eating, Chi Running, one l short of Normal bandwagon. New SHOES may be involved. Sandy is the reason I am posting again. Her new project is a...
Thanks Colleen! Dancing has always been a source of great joy for me, too.
I agree, Amy...anytime I can get outside is a GOOD time!
Commented Apr 18, 2011 on A new Beginning... at lifelong knitter
A new Beginning...
So many things have come together in the usual synchronistic ways, urging me to WRITE again, get back to the blog... I have missed the writing, the conversations, and the documentation of life as it hurtles by. Yesterday our little world was rocked by the wrath of tornadoes. 62 of them, by some ...
Thanks Gina!
Ive made so much progress since this post...
It is a long journey to unlearn well established patterns,
but SO worth it!
xoxox
Commented Apr 4, 2011 on Beginnings at lifelong knitter
Beginnings
Lessons from Week One: My brain is always racing. I'm learning to observe that now, and notice. I can notice that there is a frantic search for something to react to, and then choose NOT to participate. It is an odd, slightly *out of body* experience to know that the way I have always done th...
I'm proud to say I've been a faithful reader (although infrequent commenter) through the years. Loving the journey right along with you.
The photos of that cake make my joints hurt just LOOKING at it but yeah, I'm with you on the always had sourdough starter in the fridge and ALL cakes for every occasion were homemade...
We're in a BETTER place, now ;)
Cannot wait to hear more of the further adventures of NORMA! xox
Commented Mar 6, 2011 on The Seven-Year [B]itch at Now Norma Knits
The Seven-Year [B]itch
Today marks seven years of writing in this space, almost every day. 2,321 posts, to be exact. Seven years! Seven. Years. That's longer than most marriages nowadays, I think, and it's fair cause for a celebration. I even baked a cake for the occasion. Well, really I baked it because Abigail wh...
Thank you Jane! It looks like we might REALLY have a White Christmas this year....Blessings to you and yours as always! xox
Commented Dec 24, 2010 on Tis the season... at lifelong knitter
Tis the season...
I was just thinking the last few days that I needed to blog a Holiday story, but I was stumped for content. I wondered aloud during the eclipse last night *whatever shall I write about this year?* You KNOW I don't believe in coincidence... I checked my mailbox after work today, and as I was leav...
Thanks Sara...it was such a lovely gift!
Commented Dec 22, 2010 on Tis the season... at lifelong knitter
Tis the season...
I was just thinking the last few days that I needed to blog a Holiday story, but I was stumped for content. I wondered aloud during the eclipse last night *whatever shall I write about this year?* You KNOW I don't believe in coincidence... I checked my mailbox after work today, and as I was leav...
Susan, you have been such a wonderful help through all of this! Always good to chat with you, it always makes my day a little brighter!
Commented Aug 29, 2010 on Second Sleep Study, Sunday! at lifelong knitter
Second Sleep Study, Sunday!
I know it has been awhile since I've posted on the blog, but I'm making some progress, and now is a good time to share.... One of the most important factors in readjusting my wiring to allow for more SLEEP (and therefore less pain) is to have a consistent bedtime routine, which includes shutting...
Thanks Amy! I will put that book on my list!
Commented Jul 13, 2010 on Beginnings at lifelong knitter
Beginnings
Lessons from Week One: My brain is always racing. I'm learning to observe that now, and notice. I can notice that there is a frantic search for something to react to, and then choose NOT to participate. It is an odd, slightly *out of body* experience to know that the way I have always done th...
Thanks Susan! Lovely to hear from you, as always! xox
Commented Jul 11, 2010 on Beginnings at lifelong knitter
Beginnings
Lessons from Week One: My brain is always racing. I'm learning to observe that now, and notice. I can notice that there is a frantic search for something to react to, and then choose NOT to participate. It is an odd, slightly *out of body* experience to know that the way I have always done th...
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