Yet another week has passed..
February 18th, 2008Sorry 'bout that. I intended to blog every day last week, but just never got around to it. Same as last week, there is no particular reason for this.
Last week I did want to blog about a recipe I tried, pasta with peas and bacon...
When I made this last week, I followed the recipe exactly. It was good, although a little dry in my opinion. So I tried it again, this time using more cream, and adding some sauted shrimp at Richard's request. My goodness this was good. Rich. But oh so good.And I've been knitting. Not as much as usual, but I did manage to finish a quick knit project...
The Boutique Scarf by Pam Grossman. Knit on US15 and US6 needles using Twilley's of Stamford Freedom Spirit. I received one ball of this at my spinning guild's yearly yarn swap from Christina. In this swap, we each bring in a ball of yarn from our stashes in a brown paper bag then randomly choose a bag from the pile. The point is to then go home and make something with it, with the idea that you may end up with a yarn or colorway you wouldn't normally use. This yarn and colorway wasn't a real stretch for me at all.. I actually love the colorway and who doesn't love 100% wool? Luckily I found another ball in the same color number and lot at Sheep Thrills in N. Syracuse so that I could complete this scarf. Its currently blocking on my bed, and will be ready to wear by tonight.
Now, real life..
The kids are off school all of this week, so I'm likely to be busy more than usual. And I may end up taking a trip down home, as my aunt and godmother is in the ICU and unlikely to make it through the week. There has been quite a bit of drama and infighting in my family for the past several years and I've had a hard time forgiving things said and done, especially to my gram. My heart tells me that I should make the trip down to see her ASAP. I'm not sure what I'll do yet, but my mom has asked me to, for my gram. Inner struggle - I really suck at this.
Anyway, if I'm not here for another week, don't be alarmed.
Around a year ago on this day..
- absolutely boring Friday - 2005
February 18th, 2008 at 12:03 pm
The pasta looks yummy. I just wish my kids would venture out of the boring foods placed far apart from each other.
February 18th, 2008 at 2:17 pm
I love pasta with peas and bacon. It’s so quick and easy!
February 18th, 2008 at 4:58 pm
Sorry to hear about your Gram. I think you should go and have no regrets when it’s too late.
Love the scarf! You have me beat hands down on this one… mine is just an idea waiting for a pattern.
February 18th, 2008 at 5:19 pm
Family stuff, illness, strife… so bloody hard to deal with. I sucked at it, too, but I took a deep breath and jumped in. I finally realized, nobody but ME could handle my family issues. And nobody but YOU can handle your issues. It’s an awful realization.
Good luck, Carla! ((hugs))
February 18th, 2008 at 8:08 pm
I’m sure things will come clear regarding visiting your aunt . . . and I’ll keep you - and her - in my thoughts for peace & resolution (and no regrets). (Also - lovely knitting.)
February 19th, 2008 at 12:20 pm
Sorry about the familial drama but it is better to just jump in. That way you know you did your best no matter what the others may or may not do. You’ll feel much better in the long run. I say this as a veteran of familial wars;)
February 19th, 2008 at 2:38 pm
Carla, so sorry to hear about your aunt. Good luck with your decision. I hope that whatever you decide, brings you peace. I know you’ve had a lot of family “stuff” going on these past few months…