Fat Speak and Skinny Jeans

The Bee and I were shopping recently for a dress for a funeral that we were attending and what I thought was going to be a simple trip turned into a lesson for me. As we hit our favorite shop, we had a time limit and a goal: shop quickly for a black dress. Nothing about the trip was quick….

Happier With Family

The holidays swept in and out in the blink of an eye. This past holiday season I was in a better place both mentally (not as stressed or grumpy) and financially (I made several gifts and did not shopping when I wanted to) and therefore I felt like I was able to appreciate the holiday a bit more. It was…

On the Hooks and Needles: January

yaRRns By Jan 03, 2014 No Comments

Now that the holidays are over and items for others are complete, well save one baby blanket, I can take a look back at my crafting season (if you will) and exhale. As I reflect back over the last few weeks I can proudly look at the completed yarnthings and feel good about the work I have done. It was…

The Snow Day Blues

Say it Rah-shay By Dec 27, 2013 1 Comment

Or the absolutely true story that sounds like a total lie but is not. So a few weeks ago we had a snowstorm and this thing,which totally sounds like a complete lie but is honest to goodness true, happened. Sunday, December 8th, we had a snow day which found me leaving work early because the roads were a hot mess….

What is Your Intention For 2014?

A few weeks ago I got an invite to the Christmas party for my part-time gig. Included in the invitation was an ornament with the word ‘Be” written on it and instructions inviting me to come up with own special “Be” word for the holiday season. At the same time in my blogging group Pushing Lovely, my friend Amiyrah asked…