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Macs are wonderful computers and I only use a small part of what all they are capable of.

I am learning about how to use iMovie. I can shoot video from my little point and shoot Kodak digital, then edit the shots in iMovie. I am freakin' impressed.

Here is a little something I shot yesterday. Bunnies and chickens. And kitty.

Turn to the Left

Today, I had every intention to work in the studio to produce more Bunny & The Beast and Fuzzy Nuggets. I did get a few things started. Really. And I got a dozen FNs banded.

Then Sweetie went away from the house to network or some such crapguy stuff, (visit a friend and go to a bar,) and I went a little liquid.

To forward my business, go to Susan's Spinning Bunny. She has good deals on fiber.

To forward my way in the world, I offer this 48 minute documentary about this math savant in England, Daniel Tammet.

I believe that these savants, as well as the so-called "sufferers" of autism, are our hope for the future. They seem to tell us what our brain is capable of.

Remember to use the code.

The knitting, she continues. Finished these earlier in the week and I am pleased. I particularly like the never-repeated striping sequence of the yarn, and I like the heel bit done in garter stitch. Wish I could remember what yarn this was.

It's funny how I can go for months without knitting socks, and then when I do pick up the little needles again, it becomes hard to not have a pair in progress all the time.

I searched my bookshelves and cast on this pattern from Interweave's 25 Favorite Socks, (Waving Lace Socks by Evelyn A. Clark,) with yarn I purchased at Troy from Earthly Hues. It is merino, bamboo, and nylon in the colorway Gutsy. The dye was derived from bamboo seedling; put up is 4 oz., 470 yards.





So I cast onto size 1 needles, as the pattern suggested and within the first few rows, I had an inkling that the gauge was way off. What, me swatch? I decided to cast on the other sock onto size 0s and am much happier. It amazes me what a difference one size can make. By the way, these aluminum needles came in a package that contained 4 sets of five needles in sizes 1, 0, 00, and 000. They are lightweight yet strong and made by Boye. I can recommend them.

Pull up, not out.

A silly little video starring Autumn, AnnaBelle, Heizen, The Chickens, Buster, Sweetie, and My Annoying Voice.

Simmer for 30 minutes.

My fibers are now online at the The Woolery. The Hot Pink and Lime are not available through them. Yet. I do not know why they are in the photo.

My friend that works part time at The Woolery said that everybody was quite taken with the batts. She said that she was finally emboldened to spin some fiber she bought from me several months ago and was delighted to say that it wasn't hard to spin. Duh! That's what makes it so great and not-scary-at-all. It is easy to spin because of how it has been treated, as well as that little bit o' sheep wool and/or other fibers. Angora! Gotta love it.

We will see if it sells. It is the same price as plain, plucked angora and less than carded angora.

On other fronts, I was able to figure out how to process the video I captured on my little point-and-shoot camera last month. IMovie to the rescue! I may try to embed it later, if you all are interested in a minute of our back yard life. With music and sound effects.

With Moisturizers

Thanks, every one, for your kind comments regarding Sweetie's situation. And mine.

Sweetie is a maintenance mechanic, and I will not go into the sordid details of his firing after 13 years on the job. He acted honorably; he did not throw anybody under the bus. His local bosses all like him and wanted him to stay, but when the axe fell, it came from corporate headquarters.

He will find another job. We will do the Cobra thing with the insurance until then. He received his vacation pay. He has two apps in and has applied for unemployment. Financially, we are in okay shape.

Meantime, he has been home and was a nervous wreck until Thursday's call made it final. What a relief to have it over.

And, yeah, we are okay with this. We don't have car payments or credit card debt. The mortgage payments for the rental property are small. We may eat rice and beans one night and beans and rice the next, though. He hasn't been happy for the last two years and has sporadically looked for other work. He's been run ragged and when at home, he just sleeps. I hardly saw him. He has worked second shift most of his time there so I am happy to have him home in the evenings. It's odd to have him here. We've been sitting on the front porch enjoying life and each other. And the bunnies. And the chickens. And the cats. And the dog. He has been cleaning the house. (!)

I want him to visit his mom and sister in Georgia next week, especially since his brother is staying with them since his dismissal a month ago from his job in NYC.

I want Sweetie to have a life again.

I want Sweetie to be in my life more.

Keep at room temperature

Yesterday, Sweetie's termination from his job was official.

Hey, kids! Let's get ready for adventure time!

The only regret I have is the insurance, but we will manage. Otherwise, we're cool.