CinDWood Crafts

CinDWood Crafts: "IdeasEasiest slipper in the world. Make on a 20 peg loom. knit 20 rows back and forth for opening, then close circle for 15-20 rows and cinch closed."

My Online Portraits

My Online Portraits: "1 2
1 2 3 4"

Miss Woolly Knits...: Leftovers...

Miss Woolly Knits...: Leftovers...: "“Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time.”
~J. Lubbock"

[KKLooms] Digest Number 6485 - Inbox - Yahoo! Mail

Sometimes this house is so thick with sadness and depression it's hard to even get around. It's easier to stay in the recliner where it is safe. I hate feeling like there is little to look forward to. Halloween came and went with very little attention. It's the kids that made the difference. Who knew? I used to think they were holding me back and now I realize they were holding me up. Some parts of life are slower than others. Sometimes it seems as if we spend 99% waiting for something. Not the part with the kids in it. That whizzes by. I miss them bothering me. I miss their messes. I miss their kisses.

"One evening an old Cherokee told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people.

He said: 'My son, the battle is between 'two wolves' inside us all.

One is Evil. It is anger, envy, jealousy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.

The other is Good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith'

The grandson thought about it for a minute, and then asked his grandfather: 'Which wolf wins?'

The old Cherokee simply replied: 'The one you feed.'"

AARP Online Community: Divided We Fail - Photo Fraud at Tea Pary

AARP Online Community: Divided We Fail - Photo Fraud at Tea Pary: "Those who say religion has nothing to do with politics do not know what religion is. ' – Gandhi"

an amazing development

God does work in mysterious and wonderous ways. Sunddenly we are talking about a mini family reunion in October. This will be sooooooooooo good for all of us. I hope we can work out the details. Wait- I don't have to worry I'm not in charge. Let it be what it is going to be.

Curious Knitter

Curious Knitter: "For anyone who has ever thought that reading the directions would give you an unfair advantage in figuring out how to do something -- you are a kindred spirit."

[Rachels_Knitting_Room] Digest Number 4470 - Inbox - Yahoo! Mail

[Rachels_Knitting_Room] Digest Number 4470 - Inbox - Yahoo! Mail: "Just think of the tragedy of teaching children not to doubt. -Clarence Darrow, lawyer and author (1857-1938)"

Wardrobe Refashion

Wardrobe Refashion

[Socknitters] Digest Number 10487 - Inbox - Yahoo! Mail

[Socknitters] Digest Number 10487 - Inbox - Yahoo! Mail: "If you can find an ankle sock pattern then do the following: Cast on
something like 4X the stitches needed. Knit 1 or 2 rows plain, then
K2tog, K2 around. Knit 1-2 plain rows, then K2tog, K1 around, knit
another row or two plain then K2tog around. That should give you a nice
ruffle and leave you at the right stitch count for your ankle sock.
-Suzi"

Incredible Sweater Machine Club - Need help, tips, techniques, sites? Join us!

Incredible Sweater Machine Club - Need help, tips, techniques, sites? Join us!: http://heidisknittingroom.com/ this is the future! My project for the winter of 2009. I will conquer this machine. grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Stumbling Over Chaos :: Enough with this Monday stuff (now with dishcloth pattern!)

Stumbling Over Chaos :: Enough with this Monday stuff (now with dishcloth pattern!): "Row 1 (wrong side): P1, *purl the second stitch on the needle, purl the first stitch on the needle, slide both stitches off the needle*, P1
Row 2 (right side): *pass the right-hand needle behind the first stitch to knit the second stitch on the needle, knit the first stitch “in the usual way,” slip both stitches off the needle* (On Row 2, make sure you get both stitches off the needle! I had trouble with that if I wasn’t paying close attention.)

Knit until you like the size, then bind off. I’m still experimenting with bind offs. Whatever you do, don’t bind off in pattern! You’ll end up with a very wide bind off row. Trust me on that one."

This was not my pattern just throwing it out there so you could try it if you wanted. It doesn[t look too hard and is pretty with lots of colors.

Thank you Lord for this day you have given us. Show me how to make it worthwhile.

"'Do not ask the Lord to guide your footsteps,
If you are not willing to move your feet.'
-Unknown"

"There's an old sea story in the Navy about a ship's Captain who inspected his sailors, and afterward told the Chief Boson's Mate that his men smelled bad.** *


* **The Captain suggested perhaps it would help if the sailors would change underwear occasionally. *


* ** The Chief responded, 'Aye, aye sir, I'll see to it immediately!'

*
* The Chief went straight to the sailors berth deck and announced, 'The Captain thinks you guys smell bad and wants you to change your underwear. *
*
*
* 'Pittman, you change with Jones; McCarthy, you change with Witkowski; and Brown, you change with Schultz. Now get to it!!!' *
*
*
* **THE MORAL:
*

* **Someone may be promising 'Change' in Washington ; but don't count on things smelling any better! *"

thank you God!!!

WE now know some of the things Phil does not have and they are all things we didn't want. Sometimes that is how it works. You don't know what it is so you start eliminating. We are now pretty sure we know what it's not ie, The big C or Lyme's disease. We will keep working til we know what it is. At least we can rest tonight without the big one hanging over us.

pray for Phil

I am no good with this kind of shit and all I feel right now is angry. We are just getting to the best part and I won't have any part of this . Do you hear me?

Crochet Me | Fueling the crochet revolution

Crochet Me Fueling the crochet revolution

Jack is with me

Alot of things have happened this summer. My precious grandchidren and great grandchildren have come and gone and we even got a new one!! But the best was saved for last. Not because I love him more, I love them all, but rather, because he loves me more. We are joined in this life and all others.

Cake Mix Cookies | Crochet, Knitting, Cross Stitch Patterns | Yarn & Thread |Purple Kitty

Cake Mix Cookies Crochet, Knitting, Cross Stitch Patterns Yarn & Thread Purple Kitty: "Cake Mix Cookies
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Prep Time10 minutes
Description
When you only have a little while to whip up cookies and don't have much in the pantry, try baking some cake mix cookies. My kids love these!
Ingredients
1 package cake mix
1 large egg
1⁄4 cup oil
1⁄4 cup water
chopped nuts, raisins, oatmeal, coconut, chocolate chips, or anything else you desire in your cookies!
Instructions
Heat oven to 350 degrees.
Combine cake mix, egg, oil, and water. Beat until well blended. Stir in remaining ingredients.
Drop by teaspoon about 1 inch apart onto greased cookie sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes or until done."

"Ones dignity may be assaulted, vandalized and cruelly mocked, but cannot be taken away unless it is surrendered. Michael J. Fox"

"God is so big He can cover the whole world with his Love
and so small He can curl up inside your heart.

'The will of God will never take me where the Grace of God will not protect me.'"

"IF YOU CAN'T STAND BEHIND OUR TROOPS,
FEEL FREE TO STAND IN FRONT OF THEM !!!!!!!!!!!"

"When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, 'Later. Now go get washed up for dinner.' There would have been more 'I love you's' More 'I'm sorry's.'"

"The happiest people don't necessarily have the best of everything; they just make the best of everything they have."

rostitchery: creativity: percentages

rostitchery: creativity: percentages: "creativity: percentages
'invention, my dear friends, is ninety-three percent perspiration, six percent electricity, four percent evaporation, and two percent butterscotch ripple.'
willy wonka, candy maker, inventor, dreamer"

"teacher was doing a study testing the senses (taste)



The children began to identify the flavors by their color:

Red.....................Cherry
Yellow.................Lemon
Green...................Lime
Orange...............Orange

Finally the teacher gave them all HONEY lifesavers. None
of the children could identify the taste.

The teacher said, ' I will give you all a clue. It ' s what your
mother may sometimes call your father. '

One little girl looked up in horror, spit her lifesaver out and
yelled, ' Oh my God! They ' re butt-holes!
The teacher had to leave the room!













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"Husband says: When I get mad at you, you
never fight back. How do you control your anger?

Wife says: I clean the toilet.

Husband says: How does that help?

Wife says: I use your toothbrush."

"'A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have.'
-Thomas Jefferson -"

"5.. You're just jealous because the voices only talk to me."

Facebook | Photos of You

Facebook Photos of You

In Your Shoes Ankle Socks | Crochet Me

In Your Shoes Ankle Socks Crochet Me: "Inside me there's a skinny woman screaming to get out; I can usually shut the bitch up with chocolate."

"He immediately grabbed his rifle and rushed into a defensive position
>> clad in his helmet, body armor, and pink boxer shorts that said 'I Love
>> New York'. Unfortunately, or fortunately, depending on your perspective,
>> an AP photographer was there for a candid shot.'
>>"

Dang I could be sad about this but......

So far, just like most of the rest of my life, I am unfollowed. Oh well, I do my best work when I am left alone!!!

miss woolly knits...: Little Bits...

miss woolly knits...: Little Bits...: "“Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.”
~Archbishop Desmond Tutu"

Memorial Day 2009

Some say we are in the last days before the Rapture. I don't know but , if we are, it will be good to see our loved ones once again. God bless the ones of us who are willing to put it all on the line for our families. Hooah!!!

Free Thread Crochet Baby Bonnet Pattern

Free Thread Crochet Baby Bonnet Pattern

‘Yarn Overcomers’ helping unemployed knit away stress | WSBT South Bend - Your Local News Leader | Local News

‘Yarn Overcomers’ helping unemployed knit away stress WSBT South Bend - Your Local News Leader Local News: "YO! would be thrilled to receive donations of yarn, needles, hooks ...basically all things related to knitting and crocheting. YO! is also trying to raise cash to pay for brochures and other necessary operating costs by having raffles of donated knitted or crocheted items. If you would like to donate a knitted or crochet item for the raffles the contact information is the same as for all donated items.
Please contact:
Sher Gunden King at 574-533-8156"

‘Yarn Overcomers’ helping unemployed knit away stress | WSBT South Bend - Your Local News Leader | Local News

‘Yarn Overcomers’ helping unemployed knit away stress WSBT South Bend - Your Local News Leader Local News: "Web sites like www.stitchlinks.com suggest that knitting actually has a neurochemical effect on the brain — possibly decreasing stress hormones and increasing serotonin and dopamine. So while McCreary may have lost his job, he is finding peace of mind.
“Right away I noticed whenever I started knitting and stuff and I would get my mind into it, it was the few moments that I had at first where I was relaxed and at peace,” he said."

Summer Camp

Back from out annual training up in the mountains. It was beautiful. It was exhausting. I am enriched.

"IF THERE IS ONE FLAW IN WOMEN,

IT IS THAT THEY FORGET THEIR WORTH."

"the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says 'Oh Crap, She's up!'"

still have alot to learn and I will

Getting ready for AT training this week-end. It seems like alot to ask of someone ,expecially when you learn thatthe faovor is not returned by the estern half of this state. Oh well, they live with theirselves just like we do. I have no trouble sleepng at least not from being shifty anyway. Shifty is a wor form my childhood- it means to slip around the right thing to do and wiggle out of it of you can find a loop hole. I'll explain loop hole later. Love you.

history of knitting

history of knitting: "Evidence of the earliest knitting, using two needles, is believed to come from Egypt in the eleventh century, where more knitted socks were found.
But from there we jump to thirteenth and fourteenth century Europe, particularly France, Germany and Britain. The painting, The Visit of the Angels, circa 1390, by the German painter, Master Bertram, depicts the Madonna knitting in the round."

"newborns conversation with God


A baby asked God, 'They tell me you are sending me to earth tomorrow, but how am I going to live there being so small and helpless?' God said, 'Your angel will be waiting for you and will take care of you.'

The child further inquired, 'But tell me, here in heaven I don't have to do anything but sing and smile to be happy.' God said, 'Your angel will sing for you and will also smile for you. And you will feel your angel's love and be very happy.'

Again the child asked, 'And how am I going to be able to understand when people talk to me if I don't know the language?' God said, 'Your angel will tell you the most beautiful and sweet words you will ever hear, and with much patience and care, your angel will teach you how to speak.'

'And what am I going to do when I want to talk to you?' God said, 'Your angel will place your hands together and will teach you how to pray.'

'Who will protect me?' God said, 'Your angel will defend you even if it means risking its life.'

'But I will always be sad because I will not see you anymore.' God said, 'Your angel will always talk to you about Me and will teach you the way to come back to Me, even though I will always be next to you.'

At that moment there was much peace in Heaven, but voices from Earth could be heard and the child hurriedly asked, 'God, if I am to leave now, please tell me my angel's name.'

God said, 'You will simply call her, 'Mom.'"

"POSSIBLY THE BEST ANSWER EVER TO A STUPID QUESTION!



Liberal Newscaster Katie Couric, while interviewing a Marine sniper, asked:
'What do you feel......when you shoot a Terrorist?'
The Marine shrugged and replied, 'A Slight Recoil..'"

I'm still in a big learning curve when it comes to this blog but I am getting there. Please enjoy this spring flower I am sending just for you.

Knit Flower: Clove Carnation : Frequently-Asked Questions (FAQ) about Knitting and Crochet : Lion Brand Yarn

Knit Flower: Clove Carnation : Frequently-Asked Questions (FAQ) about Knitting and Crochet : Lion Brand Yarn

"The majority of people (about 60%) who had an heart attack during their sleep, did not wake up How sad. They say to keep ASA by your bedside and to take 2 if chest pain wakes you up. Also sit down while wating for the ambulance. DON'T LIE DOWN

Life is short. I am feeling old age closing in on my body and it is really pissing me off. In my mind I am 25ish. I am still waking up eager to go and , if I can get my body to keep up, I can still accomplish astonishing things. I create , I write, I love. I continue to look forward because I am not yet convinced that I can't do everything I ever could. Show me. Prove it.

It is a good long ride from where I started. There have been many side-trips and some have not been pleasant but I have learned from every twist and turn.

wulffden