November 20, 2009
by Julie
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Yesterday was a good day at the post office with the arrival of my Sailor Kitty and packet of 10 Hero 266 fountain pens. Jason’s been snarking around my pens but feared he’d lose one of his own. The Hero … Continue reading
November 19, 2009
by Julie
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It’s always a challenge to take photos when the days are shorter. I used to take my food photos in a light tent on the counter but it really just took up too much space. Now I’m using one light … Continue reading
November 18, 2009
by Julie
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A brownie a day keeps the doctor away. That’s how it goes, doesn’t it? Extra-Dark Brownies 2/3 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature 5 ounces unsweetened chocolate 2 teaspoons vanilla 4 large eggs, at room temperature 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 … Continue reading
November 17, 2009
by Julie
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This month we were lucky enough to get a whole chicken as part of our meat CSA share. I baked a lovely chicken Provencal that bears repeating. It’s quite rare that I actually follow a recipe but this time I … Continue reading
November 16, 2009
by Julie
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After a rainy weekend we have a week of sunny balmy days. The windows are open and although my allergies are not happy, the cats are ecstatic. It looks as though they’ll be treated to this all week long. I”ve … Continue reading
November 15, 2009
by Julie
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The first little guy is just loaded with blooms. I enjoy his cheery little face every morning. The second one took ages to open but has finally shown his face. He is indeed a lovely purple. I really need to … Continue reading
November 14, 2009
by Julie
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The second lunch bag is finally done. I followed this tutorial using their measurements this time. It probably could be a little wider but we’ll see what Jason thinks since he’s the one who’ll be using it. The black handle … Continue reading
November 13, 2009
by Julie
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I’m taking a little detour from the Corriedale to spin up a bit of angora/wool roving I bought at SPA. When this is done I’ll do another skein of Corrie then perhaps do another smallish spinning project and continue to … Continue reading
November 12, 2009
by Julie
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Not exactly. I’m almost done with physical therapy. I have virtually all of my range of motion back but I still have shoulder and back pain. One of the techniques I’m beginning to really focus on is hand warming. That’s … Continue reading
November 11, 2009
by Julie
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With the physical therapy coming to an end in December I am bringing back in all my normal activities (but still at reduced levels) so that we can monitor how the shoulder does while I can still ask questions and … Continue reading
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