Simplified Life

Changes on the horizon....

2012-04-12T13:26:00.006-05:00

I fell out of cyberspace after the New Year but I'm still here. I've a new grandson and about to take my first steps as a divorcee. I've been doing a lot of soul searching and spending time allowing my inner self to be free. I've loved my nights of nothing of reading, watching tv and knitting. It has been some of the most peaceful evenings I've had in a very long time.

Since I've picked up my knitting again, I have 3 WIPs ~ 2 socks and a dishcloth. I've plans to start a new baby blanket for my precious grandbaby tomorrow. Its a lovely houndstooth looking print and I plan to do it in black and white too. Pics when I get all my stuff together.

Well off to complete some homework. Hope you all are having a great day!

~ Go Yankees! ~

2012-04-12T13:19:00.001-05:00

110th Opening Home Game ~ April 13th

~ Happy 2012 ~

2011-12-31T23:15:00.002-06:00

May this be the best year ever!

Taking time to be ME!

2011-10-22T15:07:00.004-05:00

Its been a great week though it has had its ups and downs. Learning how to pace myself and avoid unnecessary stressors so that I can live a healthier lifestyle. Need to work on stress management in order to be successful in other areas of my life, for I'm finding stress can cause me to miss out of some vital things and not do anything at all. School is going well and added Humanities 2 & French 2 to my class schedule. Have been enjoying my books and looking forward to the next 7wks, it will be busy for sure.

On the knitting front, my dishcloth is almost done and its yummy. It feels too good to use but I must. Purchased the lovely 2nd skein of Malabrigo I need to make my grandson's Owlie hat and a new lovely scarf. Will be taking a knitting class on Wednesday to make the Calligraphy Fringed Scarf but w/o the fringe. Looking forward to sitting home knitting, cross-stitching and enjoying the wonder of the fall weather.

Off to make plans for upcoming meals, birthday, exercise and homework. Hope you all had a great day!

Knit Therapy...aahhhh

2011-10-15T16:05:00.007-05:00

Time to share some FOs and WIPs ~ enjoy!

My "love yarn" day treat ~ so yummy soft too :D

~ Oct 15th ~

2011-10-15T13:31:00.006-05:00

New day, new beginnings and a new outlook on life. Yup, thats for me and I'm lovin' it. I'm reassessing who I am, where I'm going and what's most important in my life. Yesterday was a very long day that started at 6:30a and ended at 11:30p. I've started my new bedtime of 10:30p during the week and am trying to find the right wakeup time. I don't think 6:30a is it haahaa. By 9p, I was ready for bed and no where near home. The purpose of these time changes is to get ready to become a full time student and transition into teaching. I'm looking forward to the new endeavors, however, discovered being a night owl and sleeping in late isn't going to help me. Hopefully, in another month I've developed the habit and will be early to bed and early to rise which supposedly makes one healthy, wealthy and wise.

On the knitting front ~ I'm working on a lovely Garterlac Dishcloth in Sugar n Creme's landscape. Its so soft and pretty, pics soon. I've enjoyed allowing myself the freedom to do the things I love again. I'm scheduling time to do these things so that I'm no longer deprived or stressed by life. Knew I missed my joys but didn't truly realize how much until I held that yarn and felt my body relax. Now to make beautiful things for my grandson...I've got my mojo back. LOL

Off to finish my day at work and prepare my Art History paper. Have an awesome day!

Simple Stress Relief

2011-10-13T12:30:00.007-05:00

Its been a great day already. Though I awoke much later than I'd like, I'm doing wonderful. Had the greatest feeling as I held a ball of cotton yarn. Aahhh, what a lovely stress reliever. Me thinks I need to make a dishcloth today.

Tomorrow is "I love yarn day" so I plan to spend my free time touching, holding, and knitting some lovely yarn. What are you doing to celebrate this glorious day?

~ Simple Woman's Daybook Oct 12th ~

2011-10-12T12:48:00.010-05:00

Outside my window...
lovely cloud formation leftover from last night's storm

I am thinking...
of all the things I must do today

I am thankful...
for this beautiful day

In the kitchen...
hmm...nothing at the moment but potato soup n biscuits sound good

I am wearing...
my favorite khaki skirt, black top and camo chucks ;)

I am creating...
Owlie Sleep Sack for an expecting friend

I am going...
take a nap when I leave work

I am wondering...
how to skip homework and play all day

I am reading...
CMs Volume 6 & my GEO textbook

I am praying...
for peace and jobs for friends

I am looking forward to...
to a time of rest

I am hearing...
classical music in the background

Around the house...
silence for no one is home

I am pondering...
my life ~ next steps

One of my favorite things...
sitting quietly in the sunshine

A few plans for the rest of the week:
work, taking an exam and visiting the museum

Here is a picture for thought I am sharing...

Been a long time

2011-10-12T11:56:00.007-05:00

Wow, its been 6 months since I last posted. Yikes, I think I'm a little too busy for my own good. Its ok, I'm enjoying the ride and looking forward to resting when its all over.

Update ~ I'm working on completing my associates degree in liberal arts. I'm busy searching for the university that will be a perfect fit for me so that I can earn my bachelors. I've been dreaming of this day for a long time and I'm can't believe I'm here. I took a campus tour last week to a school I just knew was the one and it turns out I didn't feel at home there so I'm on the search. I feel like a teenager who has been set loose to pursue all they can be :D

Life is really busy to include me becoming a grandmere this coming January. I can't wait to meet my grandson. It truly will be a new experience for me and my Riley. January will be my new beginnings for this reason and so many more to include possibly moving onto the next level in my education.

On the knitting front ~ I've finished several little projects and need to get back into knitting. I've allowed the busyness of working 2 part time jobs and school to take away my stress reliever. I'm surrounded by several expecting mothers so that should be motivation enough to make some things lol. I'll post pics soon of my FOs to include the precious Owlie Sleep Sack I made for my grandson.

Time to get back to planning ~ I start 2 new classes on Monday and will start a new CM discussion, so need to tweak my schedule for these and my knitting.

Have an awesome wednesday!

Hello world ;)

2011-03-28T17:29:00.004-05:00

Its been 2 weeks since my last post and I'm doing well. Enjoyed a relatively quiet spring break that was filled with lots of sleep, knitting, making new friends and simply doing nothing. Had plans to take a trip, to go shopping and all that but ended up staying home. It turns out that it was one of the best decisions I'd made in a long time.

No new progress on my move since I've been taking everything a little slower than before. I have been spending time with friends and myself contemplating what it is I want along with doing my school work. I've managed to get school under control and feel a little more confident about finishing up this semester. Started a new class ~ American Government and Politics, not really liking the textbook but it is rather interesting. Voice lessons improved a little since I rested my vocal cords but still need to learn how to do breathing and warm up techniques. No worries, I'll get a handle on it in time. Its only been 8 years since I last sang lol.

On the knitting front, I've planned 6 new projects and started on the socks but unfortunately had to frog them. The pattern I'd chosen was Yarn Harlot's Earl Grey Socks which has a lovely cable down both sides but the yarn I've chosen is too busy. So tonight I'll cast on for a simple pair of men socks that will compliment the varigation of blacks/greys. I'm making birthday gifts ~ pair of men socks, a hat, a pr of hand warmers, dishcloth & towel set. I'll be keeping busy for the next few weeks along w/homework.

Well back to work for me. Hope you all are doing well and enjoying the first weeks of spring. ;D

Been a long time

2011-03-12T13:07:00.004-06:00

Well, I've been through some mess that only I can get myself into. I've strayed far from God's perfect will and now starting to see what is so not right about my life. However, the good news is, God is forgiving, loving and more than able and willing to help me get my act together.

There are so many wonderful things He's doing in my life right now. There are amazing people He has allowed to be a part of and there are those He has seen fit to remove. I'm on an adventure and I can't wait to see what's next. I know its going to be awesome because I serve an awesome God.

Now to apply for jobs and school where He has seen fit to move me. I was scared but now I'm excited. Let the adventure begin. ;D

Jan 8th

2011-01-08T10:46:00.004-06:00

Look at me slacking already lol. Its been a very good week overall. I'm more peaceful, calm and simply enjoying where I am in my life. School started yesterday and I'm so excited. Heehee, I'm such an overachiever and nerd it ain't even funny. Its been interesting and I've wondered how I'd spend my days once my season of homeschooling was over. Now I know and its totally awesome.

This semester I'm taking the following:

Computer Concepts ~ 1st 8wks course ~ one I can teach in my sleep lol

Physical Science ~ 2nd 8wks course

French 1

Fundamentals of Music ~ my fun class

Voice Lessons

College Algebra

Purchased my books and spent a whooping $400 but its good, Uncle Sam paid for it..thanks big guy. I'm looking forward to this semester, gearing up for the transfer to OSU. Starting to give thought to where I want to teach when I'm done. East coast is calling me but I'm thinking west coast because I've never been and it would be an adventure. We shall see and whatever the future holds, I know that I'll enjoy every single moment of it.

On the knitting front...my OSU scarf is not moving along at all. Its an easy pattern I've done several times but the author is right it doesn't go very fast on large needles lol. I just need to sit down and watch a movie or listen to a book so I can get 'er done ;). Need to pick a project for sock yarn kal and need to finish socks for my friend in NYC. I like being busy and I like having things to do w/my hands and mind. I'm thinking 2011 is going to be an excellent year for me.

Have an awesome day! ;)

Jan 4th

2011-01-04T23:29:00.004-06:00

Yesterday, apparently wasn't very eventful since I didn't post. Today wasn't either. I spent time cleaning my room which I'd neglected for almost 3wks. Did a little planning for school and organize my coupon piles to be clipped but really didn't do much but sleep. Work was smooth which was better than yesterday. I've already gotten ready for bed and will turn off the lights shortly.

Feeling accomplished, complete and content. Not concerned about one thing and it feels absolutely wonderful. No knitting today and can't find my needle bag. Hopefully will locate it tmorrow.

Well, off to sleep now....more tomorrow ;)

Jan 2nd

2011-01-02T19:46:00.002-06:00

Its been a great weekend. I've been housesitting and have taken the time to rejuvenate. The art of simply being is marvelous. I've birdwatched, spent time gazing at the lake and reading. I've even gotten in some knitting and watched several of my favorite tv shows.

In preparation for returning to work and school, I've started working on a daily schedule and trying to figure out a menu plan for 1 or maybe 2 so I've leftovers for lunch. Its harder than it appears for I'm so use to making dinner for 5+. I'm almost completely registered for school which is going to be a heavy load this year being that I will be attending 2 schools while working 2 pt jobs. I've decided that my social life must cease for now and focus on moving forward w/my career. I can't wait to return to the classroom and it would give me the freedom to travel and have a decent social life. So the sacrifice now is worth it. Also by cutting back my social side, I can spend time on developing me so I can be all that I'm designed to be.

Knitting...my Stashalong group has started up for the new year. I've posted updates and I've planned our first kal within a kal. Its called "not just for socks," which uses sock yarn to create whatever you desire. Though sock yarn is not consider stash, it still deserves to be reduced so we can buy more. lol

That's all for now. Going to continue to relax, listening to music and playing online games. May start listening to my audio book "Eyre Affair," which I've read but want to refresh before reading the remainder of the series. Looking forward to an awesome week w/my new plans. I'm excited and can't wait.

Be blessed!

~ Happy New Year ~

2011-01-01T06:35:00.002-06:00

May you fulfill all your dreams, goals and purpose this coming year and that it is filled w/the love, joy, peace and happiness you so richly deserve.

Be blessed!

Life is good

2010-12-28T14:51:00.003-06:00

Its been a busy week already and its only Tuesday lol. Enjoying the activity though and the desire to get my life back to some of the normalcy it once had. Been dealing w/allergy and sinus symptoms to the point of having laryngitis. Starting to feel better but realize I'll prolly be taking some decongestants for the rest of winter so I don't get a sinus infection like last year.

On the knitting front, started my scarf using 10s but not sure I'm liking the look or the feel. Its rather tight and I really want a more loose. Will prolly frog it and start again w/13s or 15s. Planning some socks since I've a ton of sock yarn that is calling my name. Just checked out a new sock book at the library and can't wait to take time to look through it. Its call Country Weekend Socks by Madeline Weston.

Well, back to work and more later. Have a great one!

~ My new project ~

2010-12-27T11:49:00.003-06:00

My lovely OSU yarn ~ ready for my scarf...woohoo! Been too long not knitting. Time to let my creativity have its way and my mind to enjoy a good book. Aahh, I do love winter time just as much as fall for these simple pleasures.

~ Merry Christmas ~

2010-12-25T14:44:00.003-06:00

Wishing you and yours a blessed and peaceful Christmas!

Time for change

2010-12-12T21:03:00.003-06:00

I've been MIA for so long and I know its my own fault. I've allowed school and work to consume my every minute long w/being out late some nights with the crazy people in my life. However, its time to change. I need a fresh outlook, need a new schedule and system of order and I think my blog needs a new look too. Not sure what it will be but I'm thinking brighter, cheerier and definitely updated regularly by me. I can update again from my phone so I will be doing so.

Nothing new on the knitting scene but plans are forming for Christmas presents. No new books read but have a list. Did watch "The Great Game" the new BBC Sherlock series...loved it! Need to starting cooking and baking more instead of eating out so will try to do my weekly menus again even though are for one lol. Still getting use to this empty nest and living by myself but I'm hanging in there. My roommate and her kids are good people and keep me company when I need it.

Well off to look at new blog skins and create a list of things I want to do in 2011. Have a great evening.

Lovin' Life

2010-08-17T13:10:00.004-05:00

Woohoo ~ been a good one today. Feeling pretty fabulous and enjoying the storm. Planning, thinking and simply being is the order of the day. I need to upgrade my resume and make some changes in how I think about my future but I'm no longer concerned for I now know its all in the Father's hands and He hasn't failed me yet.

I did finish my Circus Peds ~ yay! Starting a new pair for a friend then need to finish up a few washcloths. Other than that nothing on the queue but I'm sure w/the new Loops I'll find something like the new sock pattern I brought last week. Churchmouse Classics Turkish Bed Socks...can't wait to find the yarn that would make these look adorable. Which means time to go through my stash heehee.

Well time to get back to my reading and planning. Hope everyone has a wonderful day! ;D

One down & One to go

2010-08-07T11:32:00.000-05:00

Making progress on my socks ~ woohoo! Getting stuff in order in general to start living my new life. Its not easy and I'm sure I've a few more bumps and hurdles to overcome. I'm ready w/God's help I can do anything.

Hope everyone has an awesome day!

Peds in Progress

2010-08-04T10:56:00.001-05:00

Working consistently and loving the feel of the yarn in my hands. Wondering how I could've waited so long to do this again. I'm excited to have my joy back and its showing in my passion to make these peds.

Life has been brutally but God has been gracious therefore, I'm a conqueror w/my head held high and lovin' my life. Hope all is well w/you all ;D

New Peds Progress

2010-08-02T12:44:00.001-05:00

New Peds

2010-07-31T23:54:00.001-05:00

Got my sock mojo back ~ woohoo!

A Little Something Lacy

2010-05-22T15:58:00.001-05:00