On the Mend... again

That's right I'm sick... again. I think it is because of the busy weekend I had this passed weekend. We moved my grandmother into a place with a higher level of care. I think it will be good for her to have more interactions with people on a regular basis. And though it was a positive weekend, it was a lot of work for me. Between driving there and back, visiting with a high school friend who has three adorable little boys, packing up one room, and moving things to another building, late nights and early mornings - it was a lot. I managed to fit in some sewing time, and worked on my overnight bag. I'm pretty happy with the outcome so far, don't worry I'll share later this week when I am planning my next from the stash project!

And after that busy weekend I wasn't feeling great when I went back to work on Monday, and then I woke up in the middle of night having difficulty breathing because my throat was so sore. I managed to get back to sleep and suffered through a day of work Tuesday and now I have a day off! I fell asleep on the couch last night at 7:30 and then moved down to the bed around 8:30, and I think the 10+ hours of sleep really helped. So for my day off I do have a few things planned:

Lots of tea drinking... because nothing makes feel better than a cut of hot tea with a little honey.

I'm going to make some granola, to have on hand for breakfasts.

Take Gunner out for a walk. The sunshine and fresh air will be good for both of us.

A little time with my sewing machine, to work on some on going projects. I'm also going to do a little New Year organizing and de-cluttering, some laundry, likely have a nap, catch up on some blog stuff, and find time for some relaxing!

So despite the cold, I'm going to have a good day (or perhaps I'll get tired in an hour and end up sleeping most of the day, which is ok too). I hope your hump day is swell!
xox

Days off are bliss!

I have a day off today! Not like I did just have the weekend off, but we packed it full of fun activities for Reggies birthday. Today will be a slightly slower pace. The day started off with a leisurely breakfast and a warm cup of tea with my pup snoozing on my feet. And then...

I have a doctors appointment, and I am going to the Sally Ann to see if I can't find some pants to cut up and make into maternity pants. Later on I have some cleaning I want to get done, and I'm going to work on another project using some fabric from the stash (I'll be sharing soon). And I will be sure to take Gunner for a walk to get some exercise and fresh air... for both of us!

It always feels good when I can have a day to catch up on things that have been piling up during the busyness of the previous week.

Happy hump day! I hope you're all enjoying your week :)
xox

Photo List (#2): What I actually did...

 

 

 

 More on this tomorrow :)

 

Don't worry Gunner, the thunder can't get you... :(

I hope your day was lovely!

Photo List: Today

 

 

 

 

What are you up to today?

Lazy Monday

Everyone keeps saying that today is the first full day of spring. But this morning we had wet snow on the ground, and it is a little cooler outside. Reggie and I had a day off together yesterday, and spent most of it spring cleaning. We are working at getting the yard cleaned up as the snow continues to melt and also to get the grit out of the house. Also, yesterday was my first day off after a streak of seven days working (which is why my posts were quite short, and there was no crafting), so I think after all my hard work I am ready for a lazy day! Thanks mother nature for encouraging me to stay inside and get some blogging and crafting done.

 Gunner agrees that today is a good day to relax with a toy or cuddle up on a blanket with a teddy. Isn't he cute!?

So after my long working streak I was supposed to have a few (5) days off in a row. But one of the owners at the store I work at has asked me to come in and help with some receiving. I am happy to have the hours! But... Here is the list of things that I was planning on getting done this week:

• Finish the coasters I started at the beginning of March
• Knit the shawl for my wedding, using some beautiful handspun
• Get my taxes submitted (eek)
• Write the tutorial I promised last Friday
• Write an article on hooking for my friend at Let it Unravel
• Start planting some seeds (inside) to gear up for a season of gardening!

I plan on continuing with these goals, but I'm sure I will not get them all done with fewer days off. That being said, I will try my best!

How is your spring going so far?