Today is a special day in this little nutshell, Jackson is 9! He has been a part of our lives forever it seems like - we brought him home only a few months after we moved in ourselves. He was here before the kids. There have been many ups and downs with him, a whole… Continue reading The Oldest One in the House
Tag: dachshund
Triangle Cowl for a Tiny Creature
Dachshunds need sweaters. Seriously, this little dog, with his short coat, is like a heat-seeking missile. He'll sleep in front of the heat vent in the kitchen that blows warm air, loves a good nap in a sun puddle, and especially loves a seat on your lap under a big blanket. But, when I put… Continue reading Triangle Cowl for a Tiny Creature
It’s My Birthday
Happy Birthday to me, happy Thursday to you! Today is the first day all week where we have not had any plans set, so it is especially nice to take our time, work on a few projects, play outside and relax. I'm still recovering from the brain mush. I've skipped WIP Wednesday this week and… Continue reading It’s My Birthday
Somebody will wear my handknits!
Almost by surprise, the weather has turned windy and cool - very fall like, and we knew (and hoped) it was coming, but somehow it is a shock to the system. The heat is on and I have been pulling out my handknits to wear - I love to layer with the scarves and shawls-as-scarves.… Continue reading Somebody will wear my handknits!
Hello September!
While I have some difficulty wrapping my head around the fact that it is indeed September, I am more than ready for it. I love summer, I really do - but heat waves I cannot stand. I have had enough - I am ready for cool breezes, layers, cups of tea in the afternoon and… Continue reading Hello September!
Oh Buddy, You’re In Trouble
The other night, my father-in-law came over so we all went outside to say hello and help move some things. We left Jackson inside. The Lorax and I played outside for a bit when Dan and his dad left. We came inside to get something and Jackson was no where to be found. He didn't… Continue reading Oh Buddy, You’re In Trouble
Help a Dachshund!
No surprise, I'm a big fan of dachshunds. I spotted the Willie pattern on Ravelry and left a comment for Pam, aka Flint Knits, to let her know how much I liked the pattern. Then I found out it is a fund-raising pattern - her dachshund, Crush, recently broke his leg!! Read about the pattern… Continue reading Help a Dachshund!
Guy Socks
Back in December I cast on a pair of socks for Dan. 3 months later, I have finished! The pattern is Manhattan, by Lisa Dykstra, and is really fantastic in its simplicity. There is some stretch and it works well with the variegated yarn. The yarn, by the way, is Intention Yarns in the "Simplicity"… Continue reading Guy Socks
Dachshund Noses
Jackson hasn't gotten much play in the blog lately - yesterday he tolerated my playing around with the camera. Macro / SuperMacro + Dachshund Noses = fun photos!Made with BigHugeLabs.com Mosaic Maker. He's been a good dog lately - barky, as always, but it's what he does. He's very good with Lorelai - loves when… Continue reading Dachshund Noses
What a Week!
There almost aren't even words to sum up the past week - things have been a little wacky, but a lot of fun! It's official - my brother is married, and I have a sister! I am so happy for them - you know the scene in "Muppets Take Manhattan" at the end, where Piggy… Continue reading What a Week!