Monday, May 10, 2004
Exhausted

It was a busy one! Saturday started out nice with a walk/run with Julie and Zubin. Of course, we finished it with our favorite treat, a Chai Latte from Starbucks! Yum!

Then I had to hurry home to shower and prepare for the wedding. Kim, Abbie and I had our nails done before I headed back to my house for hair. I did my own hair in order to save some $$ and it turned out really nice. Then it was off to the wedding site for pictures, toasts and the wedding. It was beautiful. I danced, I drank, I toasted! Then I was exhausted!

What really wore me out was that I had to work at the coffee place at 6 a.m. I didn't get to sleep until Midnight so the five hours of sleep I had were not enough. The place was crazy busy from 6 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. when I left. I seriously didn't get a moment of peace except when I went on my 20 minute lunch to stuff my face so I could continue moving like a mad rabbit!

Since it was Mother's Day we went as a family to dinner and it was quite good. I was exhausted though so I doubt I was good company. Then my parents and I watched Survivor. It's an addiction. I was pleased to see Amber win but I thought Rob the snake should have. He really did Outwit them all. I guess he'll get his fair share though with marrying Amber.

So now I'm at work and I need a break! Tonight I'm off to see Mean Girls with a friend! Can't wait to see it!
Friday, May 07, 2004
Sometimes all a girl needs is her marathon stick and some yarn


Start of the Vancouver Half Marathon

This weekend I start training for my marathon. Yep, I’m going to go the full distance and run 26.2 (don’t forget the .2) miles. I’m hoping to make it into the Washington DC Marine Corp Marathon . If I don’t make the lottery, then I’m planning on running the Chicago Marathon . Anyway about it, I’ll be running 6 miles this weekend which will seem very short after last week’s race.

Since I’ll be running so much and I’ve been using my friend’s marathon stick for much too long, I’ve purchased my own! In a few short days, this will arrive on my doorstep.



This miracle stick can be found at www.thestick.com. For $29.95, it’s a wonderful treat after a long run.

I also plan to start using my yarn from Purl


to start making this!




This is Elise from Debbie Bliss’s newest pattern book, Cotton Angora.

I'm also in a wedding on Saturday so this will be a busy yet super fun wedding! Best wishes to Greg and Kim, the happy couple. Kim is my college roommate and I'm very excited about her wedding.

Here's to a great weekend for all!
Wednesday, May 05, 2004
Tales of a Vancouver Child

After the race on Sunday, my friends and I made our way down to the Yaletown Milestones for some nourishment. We had the fantastic spinach and Artichoke Dip which I followed with a huge cheeseburger and some Stella! My friends declined the beer and opted for Bellini's instead.

Now this isn't that noteworthy but the child who visited our table was. His name was Carter and he was four years old. Like the CIA Agent he told us he was, he quietly slid up to our table with one eye on the plastic bulls that came with the Bellini's. Very carefully and as we all watched, he slid his hand up to the rim of the water glass they were resting on and snatched one. The other one fell into the water. One would assume that this meant he wouldn't go for a second bull. OH NO! His quick little hand was in the water glass before we knew it. There was a collective gasp heard around the table as we glanced around for his parents. Engrossed in conversation, they neglected to notice Carter was showcasing his thievery skills at another table. Our bursts of laughter at his bravery caught their attention and Carter was sent back to apologize.

He made a quick Sorry noise and asked where the other "toys' had gone. By this point, Mot and Stephanie had hid them. He looked Mot square in the eye and said, "But they are toys!" as if she was too old to have toys and should hand them over to her. I told him that another little boy had stolen them from us and that he was too late. Mot said the Kitchen had taken them. Krista watched him dumbfounded at his nerve and Stephanie kept shaking her head. It was her precious water glass he had placed his hand in. After he left, she stared at the glass, muttering something about needing fresh water.

Here is Stephanie trying to decide what to do about her contaminated water.



Carter provided us with a full day of laughter and a new tag line. BUT IT'S A TOY!

In happy knitting news, I received a wonderful box from Purl last week. Look what it contained!



Looks like I'll have to start knitting my summer tank soon!
Monday, May 03, 2004
I had a Personal Record!

Yesterday's race was perfect! I improved my time by 10 minutes, finishing in 3 hours and 3 minutes. The weather was a bit muggy but overcast so I felt great! After the race, in order to celebrate correctly, we went to Milestones and had drinks! Then while a bit tipsy, we went for pedicures. People rubbing my feet have never felt so good! After shopping a bit, we returned to Milestones for more drinks before slipping into a great restful sleep! All in all, a perfect day!

Here are some pictures of the day!



Motty and I before the race. I think I'm still asleep!



Mot and I a bit tired after the race.



Mot said I smelled pretty bad and guess what? I did!

Off to rest!
Saturday, May 01, 2004
Tomorrow's the day!

Tomorrow's the day I race in Vancouver. As I wait for my very late friend to pick me up, here are some Rebecca googlisms to keep you entertained!

rebecca is smiling
rebecca is learning to make marks on paper with felt pens
rebecca is an ageless
rebecca is perfect
rebecca is looking for date
rebecca is years older caught in the sea's tongues
rebecca is an inspiration
rebecca is a powerful story about true love and dark betrayal
rebecca is a success story on a personal level
rebecca is so beautiful and it is an excellent movie
rebecca is the most dangerous man in north africa
rebecca is no exception
rebecca is a sensitive listener who responds effectively to questions
rebecca is just as enthused
rebecca is a savvy businesswoman
rebecca is a tale of loss
rebecca is a spitfire
rebecca is the first to acknowledge that she has not done this alone
rebecca is increasingly obsessed with jack
rebecca is a novel of mystery and passion
rebecca is a 32
rebecca is a 47ft all
rebecca is an eerie suspense drama
rebecca is technically only seven years old
rebecca is three years old
rebecca is so godly
rebecca is in presence of the enemy
rebecca is looking for
rebecca is refute the gossip
rebecca is born
rebecca is dying
Thursday, April 29, 2004
Sweetly Sophia

Not only is this weekend the Vancouver 1/2 Marathon but it is also a friend's 30th birthday. She'll be running the race as her first 1/2 marathon in honor of this day. For her present, I made this!



It's Sophia from MagKnits! The Dragonfly was free-form.

Here is the bag pre-felt



What fun! Carolyn over at Girl Reaction recently made her own Sophia. It's felting madness!

Must dash! It's the second to last Friends tonight and I still have stuff to do around the house before sitting down to watch it.
Wednesday, April 28, 2004
Pretty in Pink

Today I took my new Pink Purse to work with me! I used the rest of my Alexander Henry fabric (same as the yoga bag) to whip up this tasty treat! I even received compliments and Mot decided that she wanted me to make her one for her birthday. We'll go fabric shopping soon and I'll be a-sewing! So without further ado, here is my new Pink Purse!



And the tasty inside



This weekend I will be racing in the Vancouver 1/2 Marathon and I am looking forward to this adventure. It will be 13.1 miles of pure fun! Mot and I will be road tripping up to Canada on Saturday and racing on Sunday before returning on Monday afternoon. I can't wait to visit Lush! I wish Seattle had a Lush!

I've also been working on a special birthday present for my friend, Krista. Finished product to be revealed soon!
Monday, April 26, 2004
Quietly Quiet

Gah! I've been too quiet! Work is going well and I am just getting used the new routine. Work makes me tired! I need more rest :P

Tomorrow though I should get my order of yarn and so that will be a happy day! Look for a longer post then!
Thursday, April 22, 2004
Cutting into my blogging time

Wow! Work is really cutting into my blogging time! Luckily I'm still finding time to knit! In fact, last night I took some time and made my way down to the
Guild meeting to check out the Fiber Frenzy and see some other knitters! I was thrilled to see .Ryan and Lynn. I also got to meet Kit who was a hoot! Ryan has started knitting
Wendy's Baby Norgi Sweater. Looked like toothpicks that she was knitting on but I know it will turn out super cute!

Ryan also promised to teach me how to knit socks! Now I just need to get my started socks to the scary part, the heel and then set up a sock knitting session! Whoo-hoo!

Today I purchased something from Purl as a prize for landing the job.



Don't adjust your screens! It is Debbie Bliss Cotton Angora. I'm planning on making this tank! Of course there will be math involved but I refused to be scared of it.



Can't wait for my yarn to arrive!

**Hooded Weekend Sweater Update** I've completed the hood and started a sleeve. I'd have pictures but I did something wrong when I took them so repair work has started! Hopefully I'll get the pictures and all will be well. Until then, happy knitting!
Monday, April 19, 2004
Making it through the First Day

I survived my first day! Actually today was wonderful! I arrived at 8:30 a.m. and received an orientation form. At 9:30 a.m. I was given an hour long tour of the building along with where to find the two copy room full of office supplies and free drinks. I went out to lunch with my new boss to a wonderful restaurant named
Seastar where I had some fantastic fish. Then I joined in the weekly team meeting before attending some computer training class. The rest of the day was spent figuring out my computer, answering my boss's emails, setting up meetings and locating the printer (luckily I had a map!). I think I'm going to enjoy working at this place. The account director who I'll also be supporting is someone I worked with before. He was on the account team at the agency my old place of employment used. Also the PR manager on the client side is someone I took PR courses with at the UW! Seattle is a small, small place!

More adventures and stories to come! So far it feels like a good fit. Thanks for all your support!
A Bit Nervous

I start the new job in about an hour! Huge report tonight!

Knitting is going well! I finished the hood for my sweater and have started a sleeve. Remember I'm going backward!

Off to conquer the world!
Thursday, April 15, 2004
Dog Sitting Fever

This week I've been busy dogsitting a dog named Roux. He's a medium sized terrier whose is really quite the character!



He's been keeping me company while I knit, shop and read. I'm almost done with Blowfly by Patricia Cornwell but I've been keep from it due to my new fascination with ChicKnits Sitcom Chic. I've been swatching and buying! And the fantastic part of this project is that I GOT GAUGE! and that I don't have to do any math to make this fit my ample bosum. WEEEEEE!!!!

Today, I've got more shopping to complete for my new job. Yesterday I just dipped my toe into the mall world.


Monday, April 12, 2004
Purse Pattern Purgatory

I've gone purse crazy! It's official. I love making purses. Look at what I got on Saturday to make more purses!



Here is a close-up of the pattern!



I didn't just sit and sew this weekend. I started working on my Hooded Weekend Sweater. While it may not be in the right season, I figure if I knit it now, I'll have it ready by Fall. Funny enough I started working on the hood. I'll do the sleeves next and then the body. I'm doing it backwards!



I also swatched for my Debbie Bliss Cotton Angora Tank. Since I couldn't decide on colors, I did the three I really liked. I've chosen to do the actual tank in wine. It will be nice for Summer and Fall! Sad thing is my gauge was off! The pattern calls for 24 rows by 18 stitches to equal 4 inches by 4 inches. I got 5 inches with 24 rows and 4 inches with 18 stitches. Drat! I was consistent though! I shall have to discuss this with the LYS when I go to get my yarn.



P.S. monica! Check out http://www.wildginger.com/wildthings/ for free patterns on gym bags, yoga bags and purses! V. easy and fun!


Friday, April 09, 2004
Yoga Bagging

I shouldn't be allowed to sit quietly. I come up with too many projects to do BUT I did have fun with this one!



And here is a close-up off the bottom in a complementary fabric:



I still need to add some grommets (I love that word!) to the top and a pretty ribbon to cinch it shut but otherwise this bag is ready for some yoga! Now I just need to get myself ready for some Yoga! I do want to thank Fig and Plum Pudding the inspiration!

In addition to some sewing, I also did some ripping today.

This



Has become this



I just didn’t love how the scarf was coming out. I think I’ll re-commission the ribbon yarn into a purse with a nice lining and maybe a cute button. The yarn could be used to make a light, springy purse. I do love the yarn but I think it’s going to need to marinate for a bit before it evolves.
News, news and more news

It has been a busy week or two! I've been interviewing up a storm and learning about coffee! As of April 19th, I'll have two jobs. One at the coffee shop and another at a PR agency. I will be working as the executive assistant to the Vice President. I can't wait! It's a temp to hire position so I learn in July if I have the job forever. I like this because it will help me determine if this is the direction I'm looking to take my career.

So today I'm off to shop for a few new career clothes. My wardrobe consists of fleece and jeans. While that is fantastic for being unemployed, it's not so sharp for a new job!

Ta'ra
Wednesday, April 07, 2004
So Confused



I'm so busy today, well actually this week. It's strange to go from doing nothing to having too much to do. *whine* I'm working on some exciting news which is keeping me busy.

So I'm off to be busy for the day so I'll leave Destiny in charge of the blog.



"I am not amused by this lady!"
Tuesday, April 06, 2004
Felty Feltness



It's done! I've finally felted the Chicago Bag and it's glammy Poppies!

Here is the bag before felting:



And here is the finished product, ready for use! I am thinking of adding a button but that can wait. Please excuse the crappy hanging from the door background but Destiny the cat refused to pose with the finished product.



Job News! The second interview went great! I expect to have exciting news shortly!

My long run was fantastic on Saturday. Of course, running 8 miles after completing 12 the week before felt like a cinch! It's all in the perspective! This Saturday calls for a 10 mile run. Weeee!!!!


Monday, April 05, 2004
Finished Objects



Last night I sat down and finished off the floral bag I was making. I had been avoiding this bag since I knew I had to handsew on the brass handles. I LOVE how it turned out even though I did not love the handsewing bit!

Here is the finished bag in all its glory.



Today I'm off to see "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" before my 4:30 p.m. interview. I find it best to remain calm before an interview and a movie is just the ticket!

Sunday, April 04, 2004
No Chicago Today

Due to my Mother's fantastic washer which is gentler on clothing, I don't have a felted Chicago Bag as of yet. I do love her washer since it does keep my clothing looking brighter and cleaner without less wear but I wanted to use my new purse today! I've finished the Felted Poppies and will be felting those with the purse hopefully tomorrow at a friend's house. She has a meaner washer that felts perfectly!

Tomorrow I have a second interview with a company I interviewed with on Friday. It felt good! Fingers crossed!

OK off to enjoy the sun!
Thursday, April 01, 2004
April's Fools!

It's April Fools Day! A day for pranks and fool-hardiness!

I've been busy finishing up my Chicago bag and making my first blog button. Oh and just making a few changes to the blog. It's not perfect but I'm pretty proud of my little endeavor.

Take the button if you'd like! Please save it to your own photo host. Thanks!



Now I must go and felt my Chicago bag. I'm thinking it will need some of Nora's Felted Poppies!

P.S. Congrats to Kerrie!
 
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