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A little more sleep, a little more fun
I have been feeling less despondent over the past few days. Although the health issues are unlikely to go away anytime soon, there is something to be said about getting decent sleep, even if you have to use Ativan to achieve 6-7 hours of restful sleep.I have still been working on my Maeve story books,…
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Sinking my teeth into my crafts.
Here we are heading towards Thanksgiving and 2025. Where does the time go? I know it sounds trite, but since COVID-19, time has disappeared at an alarming rate. It has been a while since I’ve posted, as we had guests, and then I had to deal with the never-ending oral surgery saga. Three weeks ago,…
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Pecking around.
A few months ago, I went to a crafting expo. There was a super yarn knitting amigurumi kit. They also had items for sale. I was fascinated by the chicken he had for sale. I asked about a kit, but he did not have one available for purchase. I decided it was time to experiment…
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A little token of appreciation
I’ve often mentioned my ongoing journey with dental implants, which has involved numerous oral surgeries. I have an outstanding surgeon, supported by four nursing assistants who are incredibly kind and caring. Last Christmas, I intended to express my gratitude with small thank-you gifts, but my sister-in-law’s funeral changed our plans. It seemed inappropriate to offer…
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Temu or Not Temu that is the question.
Occasionally, finding joy in the simplicity of crafting can be truly delightful. Browsing for something new on Temu, I came across a unique basket craft that piqued my interest. I ordered it to add a creative twist to my usual activities. I opened the purchase and found two wooden pieces and some t-shirt cotton yarn.…
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A rainbow of fun
In early January, we were confined to our home due to heavy snowfall. As someone who grew up in Africa, snow still fills me with wonder and excitement. Determined to combat cabin fever, I kept myself occupied with various crafts, particularly crochet and purse-making. In the past, I used to enjoy creating purses using my…
