There's a supplement for that

I know, I know....I haven't been around in a while! But...I am still running. Despite my age, knees and laziness I am keeping it up. I am on Week 4, Day 2! I can actually run (jog)  for 5 minutes straight...non-stop. Trust me....that is a miracle in itself!

I did want to share this article on MSN. Since I developed hypothyroidism, I have become more concious of more healthy alternatives to medication. I have to take supplements because of my thyroid issues. My body does not process vitamins and minerals as well so I have to give it more! Anyway, I thought this was a good little piece for some natural solutions for some of life's little "problems".

There's a supplement for that

She is off and running........

I am on Week 3, Day 2 of the Couch to 5K. I did not realize how out of shape I was until I got off the couch! I fancied myself as someone who exercised frequently and was in good shape despite my extra pounds until this! I mean, I actually went to the Y about 3 or 4 times a week....well, for the most part.....and lifted a few weights and got on that Crosstrainer thing! I really thought I was doing good and then.....I wanted to run! What in the world for I don't know. I swear, that first week I coul barely, and I mean barely, run for 30 seconds! I am not talking about full fledged running either! I mean a light jog! It was pitiful..and embarrassing! I had to do that week twice. Twice, mind you!!! Today, however, today....drum roll, please.....I actually ran 3 minutes non-stop!!! I am proud, so proud of me!!! Right now, I am feeling pretty good.....yes, pretty good! You should get off of your couch and join me!

Happy New Year!!!!

 

Happy New Year to all!!!! I hope it is a "stitchy" year for you all no matter what kind of needles you use!

Thank you to Agi for another great freebie! Here is the link to her great blog, "The World According to Agi".

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Now on to "Blog Hop 2013"!!!

And the questions are......

 

 What was your biggest stitching accomplishment in 2012?
What was your favorite stash acquisition in 2012 and will you be using it in 2013?

 

Sadly to say I finished nothing in 2012!!! It was a miracle in itself that I even stitched at all. Between family life, work and grad school, I didn't get much time to stitch. However, all was not lost! I did clean out my stitching box and get more organized! You would be suprised at all the floss I found and forgot I had! I also found some of my old, old cross stitch magazines. It was like getting them new again! I started two pieces and continued to work on (as I have for years) a large needlepoint piece. I can't say I added much to my stash, but finding those goodies deep in my cross stitch basket was like striking gold! I have several pieces I would like to do from those magazines, but I am going to try to narrow it down and get one started in the next few weeks.

 

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Multomah Shawl

Finally...finally finished this Multomah Shawl! I have attempted this three times! The first time I used old, old Noro and the yarn kept breaking. The second time my daughter's puppy got a hold of it. You can imagine.....

Now, it is finally complete! I used Knitpicks yarn...which I love. It is both scrumptuous and affordable! My lovely daugter, Sarah is my model.

All I can do is smile......   :o)

Seasonal Stitching.....or "A Mad Dash To Get Those Ornaments Done Before Christmas Is Over!"

Stitching the Night Away Do you find yourself stitching seasonally or do you just stitch what moves you at the moment? What’s your favorite holiday or season to stitch for?

I typically stitch "what moves me at the moment". Unfortunately, I usually get moved to stitch Christmas ornaments during the Christmas season. So, I am usually stitching like crazy to get at least one new ornament for the year on the tree!!!

Although I rarely stitch Halloween pieces, I have to say I love them!!! I don't know why I don't stitch them.

Happy stitching everyone....no matter what stitching season your are in!


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Stitching and a clean house....LOL!!!!!

Do you experience this same assumption from society in general that just because you’re being crafty you’re also driven by some unseen force to be in constant 1950s housewife mode? and then…. Who actually does the cooking and the cleaning in the household? I’d also really like to hear some words from the men in the crowd who stitch on this topic. What sort of societal reactions do you get and what ridiculously wrong assumptions do people make towards you when they see you working on needlework?


Yes! People tend to assume I am "Betty Homemaker" because I knit, cross stitch, etc. What a joke! It is because of these passions my house rarely gets totally cleaned!  I have stashes of floss, yarn, finished and unfinished projects everywhere!!! My closet is stuffed with crafting supplies!

As far as cooking....hubby and I share the responsibility. He probably does so more than me. I really don't enjoy cooking like I used to. It is just another chore for me. I actually used to enjoy it, but not now. It is not so much the cooking....it's the deciding what to cook....and cleaning it up! I always say that if I hit the lottery I am going to hire a chef to decide the meals and cook them....you know, like my parents did. Of course, I had to clean up after supper then....hmmmm....I guess I will just have to hire a maid to go with the chef!!!


Happy Stitching!


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Stitching for Your Health!!!

Check out the blog from the Stitching Cow! I love that name! I think we stitchers already knew this! So stitch away! Your health depends on it!



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