(September flew right on it, didn't it?!)--------------------------------------------------Original post here. Updates: January, February, March, June, July---------------------------------------------------I like a challenge. I love lists. I think this sort of list would be good to help me keep some focus (on me) now that the bulk of my focus is on my family. This list has been inspired by… Continue reading August 101 update

9 months today!Originally uploaded by nutmegknitterI can't believe how fast time has flown. Everyone said it would. And I politely listened, and I have no regrets, but I will say that I miss how you would fall asleep on me or Daddy. You are so much fun - you laugh so often (it's a great… Continue reading 9 months today!

You know that scence in the movie What about Bob?, where Bill Murray's character is tied to the mast and he's screaming "I'm sailing!". Yeah, that's how I feel about crochet right now. I'm working on a sheldon for Lorelai and attempted the crochet edging on the shell attachment. OMG, I *think* I get it… Continue reading I’m Crocheting!

IMG_5600Originally uploaded by nutmegknitterWe tried going for a hike this weekend - Lorelai in the baby bjorn on Dan's back. The weather was perfect but one of us was teething (L.)and one of us had taken allergy medicine and was feeling very sleepy (me). It was a good weekend otherwise and I can't believe it's… Continue reading Peek!

Here I goOriginally uploaded by nutmegknitterLorelai has discovered her Everest. The stairs. I think this is my new favorite photo, but it's so sad at the same time - she's growing up so fast and soon she'll be doing who knows how many things and headed away from me! The stairs don't end where she's… Continue reading How I spend my days

Hemlock Ring - WIPOriginally uploaded by nutmegknitterHere's my second Ravelympic "event" - the Afghan Marathon. I'm working on the Hemlock Ring afghan, using Berroco Pleasure yarn (same yarn I used for my tilted duster, only in blue). I'm 42 rows in. So far it's ok. I'm on the center doily-lacy part and am having some… Continue reading Hemlock Ring – WIP

So Lorelai and I ventured out to our new yarn shop - The Yarn Basket, 288 East Main St. Branford, CT 203-208-3288 (no website yet)I was given quite a warm welcome and shown around - it's a great space, bright and open. Yarns are arranged by weight. They carry Sirdar, Berocco, Brown Sheep, Noro, Debbie… Continue reading Local Yarn Shopping

If you've ever thought about knitting the "Central Park Hoodie" I would like to push and nudge you to do so. This pattern (so far) rocks. I love the pattern, love the yarn (Cascade 220 Heathers), and could keep on gushing about it! I finished the back at SnB last night and have started the… Continue reading Sharing the love

Can't believe it's already July 30!!--------------------------------------------------Original post here. Updates: January, February, March---------------------------------------------------I like a challenge. I love lists. I think this sort of list would be good to help me keep some focus (on me) now that the bulk of my focus is on my family. This list has been inspired by my family, friends,… Continue reading July 101 Update

Kids at playOriginally uploaded by nutmegknitterLorelai and I bought a new toy for Jackson on Friday - it's a long dog, with a rope middle. Friday night he spent 2 hours working on destuffing the tail end (successful!). This morning, he got the rest of the stuffing out of the head. Makes me think of… Continue reading Kids at play