Annie

Knit & Crochet Blog Week – Something A Bit Different

Posted on April 27, 2012April 27, 2012 by Annie

Suffice to say, I didn’t get a call back…

Knit & Crochet Blog Week – A Knitter or Crocheter For All Seasons?

Posted on April 26, 2012April 26, 2012 by Annie

Find the joy and love in everything you make, try not to get too caught up in deadlines, and let passion guide you to projects that move you.

Knit & Crochet Blog Week – Photography Challenge Day!

Posted on April 24, 2012April 24, 2012 by Annie

The result is a lot of bang for the buck, and a chance for knitters to expand their horizons in a non-threatening way.

Family Album

Posted on April 10, 2012 by Annie

I’ve been dealing with a perfect convergence of deadlines over the past weeks, but one that loomed large was my $50 Groupon for Mixbook. FINALLY I got the kids baby pictures together, scanned them, and put a small album together to send to Grandma for her birthday next week. And, of course, we’ll keep one…

Best Friends

Posted on March 28, 2012March 28, 2012 by Annie

I joked recently that it’s dangerous to be loved by me, because that seems to equal a diagnosis of cancer. Okay, so it’s not funny, but it sure feels true some days.

My Morning Ritual

Posted on February 29, 2012February 29, 2012 by Annie

If I have oatmeal and a cup of tea, my whole DAY is good. The days I miss my oatmeal are never as good as they could be.

Sleeping in San Jose

Posted on February 25, 2012February 25, 2012 by Annie

I’ve reached the point in my Fibromyalgia journey when I realize that saving up my energy is the best plan on teaching trips. Students have paid good money to get as much of my strong, clear attention as possible, they deserve it. When I deviate from my energy saving plan and socialize, I’m not able to give 100% of my limited energy, and that I’ve failed in some way.