Jo Knits!

Happy sock!

The 1st sock is going well, I can't put it down, I really enjoy knitting this toe up. Although, I prefer knitting top down socks. LOL! I am about to cast on the 2nd sock and knit up to where the 1st sock is. That way both socks are done at about the same time. I usually do the same when knitting top down socks too. It's just easier to knit them at the same time or almost, I like to knit both cuffs, then both legs, make the heels and then the pair is almost done.

Anyone know about KnitWiki, the reference about knitting online, kinda neat! :)

Other than knitting, our weekend promises to be super busy. Both kids are going to the Montreal Games and have been working hard all week for this. Then on sunday it is Zoe's last dance class, so we are going to go see how much she has progressed. For the next few weeks the kids will be off of any activities, we've been running around since september so this is a well deserved break. I am planning on some summer activities but it won't be a super structured summer. I like to spend my time with them and just enjoy the days we have together until the whole school thing starts all over again. LOL!

In the fall I just may have a paying job waiting for me at school, I'd be helping at lunch time and earning some nice pocket money in return. The moms that take care of this are the same that trained me for the library gig, we have a blast each time we meet so this could be a lot of fun. I'd be taking care of the little kids aka the same ones I have at library time this year, so we all know each other already. Zoe and Lucas would be eating at school but I'd be there with them so it could be fun.

See you in April!

Oh, is that ANOTHER sock?

Spring is finally settling in and I just had to cast on for new socks. Of course, I restarted the stitch pattern twice because I didn't want a lace effet. Then, I noticed that I had knit too much before starting the gusset increase... Oh dear, time for a break, I might as well finish Carl's socks that just need the toes done. lol!

Today, the kids had no school, it's election day for the whole province (we all went to the pre-voting thing, way less people). So to keep them busy we did a few experiences from Steve Spangler Science. If you click on video you will see tons of projects to try out. We did the Ivory Soap Science (even had to buy Ivory!), Quicksand and Lemon Twist, they were all easy breezy to do and we got to quick start Zoe's science fair projects for the week.

Ever since Carl and I went to the Eat Well Expo, healthy eating has been on my mind. Sure we made some food changes while I lost 20lb but I still think we could eat a lot better. At the expo I even tried some tofu that I actually enjoyed. LOL! The high cost of going was over compensated by all the free food we ate there. Actually we saved on eating lunch since we were stuffed by the time we left. Since, we have made our own sprouts this week and are really into baking our own breads so things are slowly changing.

Next up, we'll try the No-Knead bread or one of Breadtopia's recipes. I even stopped by the local library to stock up and some vegetarian books. Now all I need is to contact Ultimate Foodie Jae and I'd be on the right track. We even found a farm that delivers fresh organic produces right to your door, now as a family without a car this is GREAT news!!! The kids are still preparing their own garden in the yard and Zoe is enrolled in a gardening project for the summer so we won't miss out on veggies. By the way, did you know there are some great vegetarian blogs out there?

Oh and one bad thing about my 'fantastic' weight loss... nothing fits me anymore, I mean most of my clothes is simply falling off. Let's just say it's not practical, yet I don't have the means to buy a whole new wardrobe either. Oh the problems I have... LOL!

Earlier today, I saw tons of crochet videos on YouTube and then found this gem of a video. It cracked me up, so now I am sharing it with you all, it's called Knit Wits Enjoy!

Last link for the day, ever had to register on a website just to see an article or something? You can try Bug Me Not from now on if you want.

She lives, she knits,

Well I have written this post many times but never got to post it so it has changed over the weeks. I could talk about the kids school being closed because of the weather or about their spring break going to cooking classes all week but let's not. LOL!

This will be quick and easy, I have knitted socks and more socks. Some socks for my pregnant gym trainer's baby-to-be, they were made to match mom's socks. Socks for Carl's birthday 'cause he's been faithfully wearing his only handknit socks since last year and deserves a new pair. Socks for Zoe because Lucas had just gotten a pair and no kid of mine can get a pair without it's sibling getting socks too.

I have noticed that my three favorite pairs of socks were all knit toe up, so I am thinking of starting a new pair for "moi" toe up. I don't know if it's pure coincidence or not but have checked out a few patterns recently. I am undecided between Tangled up in blue or Wavy socks. The yarn I have is Fleece Artist's merino in colours from oranges to red.

Oh as a last bit of news, I have lost 20lb since I started going to the gym in late november. I am quite proud that all the efforts have paid off. I get called the gazelle at the gym 'cause I run like crazy on the treadmill. It's really fun to train and have the employees come up to chat a bit. I usually am really shy but it's been like the gym is now my 'place', I'm the social butterfly there. LOL!

Other good news, Carl found a job after being home for four months. He is really happy at what he is doing now and I'm a tad happy to see him out of the house.

Well back to our crazy life, luckily most of the kids activities end april 1st. Then, we will have more time to just relax instead of running around. That said, Lucas is hinting it is time to start his violin lessons!