Crazy for Ewe
Knitting Empowerment - its about skills and drills
Leonardtown High School basketball tryouts are next week, and while Colton almost never talks about it, I know it's on his mind. Unlike some kids who've been playing since they were small, Colton never really showed much interest in basketball until one day he was 6'3 and realized that this was probably the sport for him. Last year, a freshman with almost no experience, of course he didn't make the team. He and his friends signed up for parks and rec ball and went to every summer camp Coach Harney offered. Coach Harney focused on the basics - skills and drills -- and lots of time on read more
Gorgeous Umina in the Groovy Shawl
Umina is an example of what a difference it makes to ramp up the luxury factor. It's deliciously soft blend of Royal Alpaca and Extrafine Merino, both of which have a micron count below 18, which rivals cashmere. With the silkiness of alpaca and bounce of Merino, Umina does just what you want it to do. It holds its shape when you want it for a sweater, but blocks out nicely when you're looking for some drape. Its 2-ply construction helps prevent pilling and makes even simple stockinette look special. Umina is the perfect fiber for Groovy, a simple elegant read more
November First Friday Project
Inspired by the design on the cover of the latest Eileen Fisher catalog, this hat is a wonderful little indulgence. Chic and on trend, it would be a fun pop for your fall look, and a perfect gift for any fashionistas on your holiday list. Worked in two of the world's most luxurious fibers, cashmere and yak down, it's warm and lightweight. This little hat is as much a treat to knit as it read more
Inspired by Nature
Life is full of beautiful moments, from the exciting new experiences to special times spent with loved ones. But what makes those times special? Certainly, the emotions involved are a big chunk of it, but I believe it's more than that. I think it's the rarity of an experience that makes it special. The thrill stands out against the everydayness of our lives. It is when we don't see someone we love for a long time that the time spent together is all the sweeter. It's the contrast of the ordinary
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Out of your control
Sometimes life throws us a curve ball. We're ready to hit a fast ball, and hit it hard, so when that curve ball comes and smacks us in the face, we go down hard. You probably remember the curve ball that hit my son, Johnny four years or so ago when a traumatic elbow injury and surgery derailed his plans for a career as a Marine Corps officer. It was devastating for him. Looking over the smoking ruins of his plans he had to plot a new course to keep him on track to graduation and a successful future. He had some missteps and false starts, but
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