Today, I fly to Scotland. Yes, you read that correctly, Scotland! I have had a number of personal hardships lately, and have dealt with grief, loneliness, self-doubt, and much more. I decided to take a solo trip because there's nothing like travel to clear the mind. It will be my first solo trip! I am… Continue reading Scotland
Double Feature
Yesterday was a double feature of family events: Noah was confirmed in the morning, and then Leyna had her dance recital in the afternoon. It's tough work, getting confirmed. I rarely take a serious picture. Can you tell? I gave them each a big bag of candy. Leyna, ready to do her dance number. She… Continue reading Double Feature
Crocheted shawl
I finished a shawl! It's called "To the Point Shawl," designed by Wilma Westenberg. I follow her on Instagram and she has some lovely patterns/ I used this yarn, which I got for my birthday. I just love the colour palette! Here it is, from its humble beginning. And here it is, all done. It's… Continue reading Crocheted shawl
Summer Staycation
River Rock Casino and Resort is celebrating 15 years and have been promoting their hotel. I'm on one of their mailing lists, maybe because I celebrated my 40th birthday there. Anyways, they offered me 2 free nights there in May! You had to book it between Sunday and Thursday, but I was able to tack… Continue reading Summer Staycation
Highs ‘n’ lows
Yesterday was a good day at work. I had a visit from Halle. And Halle's mom brought me a flourless, chocolate salted caramel cupcake! Yesterday was a bad day after work. I walked out to my car to find I had a flat tire! But roadside assistance came within 45 minutes and the fella they… Continue reading Highs ‘n’ lows
