Loni's Life

Left out in the dark with the early 100 milers to beat the heat.  Made the 25mile turnoff around 7...hit Shepherd AFB by 8 and back to the car by 8:30. Was any easy Zone 3 cruise and a beautiful sunrise ride.

Apparently food dish is good for keeping Mousey toys

And as for the weekend... Friday I was looking forward to a trip to The Woolie Ewe, Saturday my plans include working on the quilting queue and Sunday, I want to enjoy biscuits at breakfast! Well, I managed a trip to the Woolie Ewe after my JC visit (gained a pound; but it is that special bloatie time of the month).   I picked up some more Flounce to make a scarf for my Through The Seasons swap partner on Ravelry.   I also picked up some Triana in olive and purple to make yet another scarf for Mama.    I finished 2 Flounce scarves for her and a Sunday Market Shawl out of Noro Cash Iroha for my Through The Seasons partner.   I need only to weave in ends on these 3 scarves. I didn't get any quilting work done this weekend; but it's in queue.  Instead, I played with sticks and string and got some knitting done.   I cast on Flounce for my Through The Seasons partner this morning.   I also cast-on my red se...

The Universe puts people into your life for a reason...  with Mama Cheryl, I got so much more Family out of the deal... I am so very blessed. Since I didn't cross paths with Mama yesterday morning, I got an email invitation to dinner with her and the College Boys to go to Saltgrass.   Well, that made my day because I had been craving steak; plus this project at work had been stresssing me out.       College Boys, in this case, meant not only the usual suspects-  Harrison and Hunter... but also Stewart and Kyle ... and the not quite College Boy Casey (he's got another year of high school yet) and Stewart's girlfriend Sarah came along too.    I met Casey's girlfriend earlier this week.   Both Sarah and Jennifer are just delightful and friendly young ladies.    I was the Designated Driver so that Mama and Kyle could enjoy their Texas Tea.   Harrison also had one; and I must say that w...

FFI 1. It's fun to relax and enjoy a good book . 2. Kraft Mac and Cheese   is easy to make. 3. I like to be at home with family . 4. Why or Why not ...  I will never know! 5. Something I'm very much excited about getting this platform launch to production . 6.  The climb to the top of Diamond Head (Oahu)  was well worth it. 7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to a trip to The Woolie Ewe , tomorrow my plans include  working on the quilting queue  and Sunday, I want to enjoy biscuits at breakfast !

It was very productive on the crafty front this weekend as I picked up some Flounce at the Woolie Ewe on the way home from Dr. Ashton's office on Friday.   Flounce is by Knitting Fever.    It's a bit unusual to knit with; but fun and yields a ruffled fabric.   So of course, when I saw this colorway, I had to pick it up to knit for Mama C.    She LOVES LOVES LOVES the scarves that I make for her.. and I am always on the lookout for unusual patterns and/or non-wool or animal fibers to knit with for her.      I cast-on Saturday morning and cast-off Sunday morning.   I need only to sew in both ends and the pair of weaves.   I even have enough of the 2nd ball of the yarn to make another scarf perhaps only 4 stitches wide instead of the 6 I used for this one.

I had a pretty productive crafty weekend.    Mama C had picked up a pair of Project Linus kits at the Plano Quilt Show.    So I di this one while she worked on the other.    She is cursed by the bad project kits from the Project Linus kit volunteers as her kit was short some strips of fabric. On the other hand, I was able to finish piecing this quilt top and Mama C will sandwich and quilt it. My next items up in queue include quilting the borders of Mama C's Green with Envy aka Greenie II.  Sandwiching and quilting Patrick Lose for Project Linus. Sandwiching and quilting Auntie Jill's batik quilt Quilting Mama C's placemats.

A Happy Mocha Monday to you!    We had a brief respite from the seering temperatures this weekend and right back into the BBQ today. Blog Candy winner for the final blog hop of the 2011 VC Rocks Season is Janice H.  who said "Love this card Loni, so happy. Thanks so much for coordinating the blog hops, your work is very much appreciated!"

Welcome to your final stop on the final blog hop of the 2011 VC Rocks Season.   If you joined the hop here or perhaps are one of List Mama Ellen's stalkers (I mean fans) over at Blinkin' Thinkin' & Inkin' , then you can start at the top of the hop from the VC Rocks Home Blog . My life has been a bit crazy this summer and I know that this features some now retired colors; but they make me happy... so enjoy!    As always, leave me a comment by 10pm central on Sunday 8/14 and the fabulous Mocha will announce a blog candy winner on Monday. Stamps: Itty Bitty Backgrounds, Stem Sayings Ink - Chocolate Chip, Versamark Paper: Yoyo Yellow, Brilliant Blue, Real Red, Certainly Celery, Whisper White, Creamy Caramel, Basic Black, Only Orange Accessories: Black & White gingham ribbon; Circle Scallop punch, slit punch, circle punches, oval punches (the inside of the bird's beak is a pretty in pink oval).

  http://fridayfillins.blogspot.com/2011/08/friday-fill-ins_11.html 1. The only question is why? . 2.  Rome wasn't built  in one day. 3. Three things on my desk: picture of me and my BFF; laptop; telephone . 4. Seeing my podiatrist  is the one thing I HAVE to do today! 5. I love playing with sticks and string ~ knitting that is ! 6.  A trip to Bath and Bodyworks   overwhelms the senses. 7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to cookies , tomorrow my plans include a massage perhaps  and Sunday, I want to sleep late !

I've been in a maintenance mode and off plan most of the summmer. I've not gone totally off kilter during the summer. I've neither grazed endlessly in Mama's pantry and fridge; nor have I gone overboard exercising; nor have I skipped meals and snacks or played games counting carbs. I simply haven't been following a formalized plan. Well, got back to my regular JC counseling visits instead of weigh-in mode; got new measurements and will measure every 4 weeks moving forward. My one 'job' this week, JC-wise is to simply EAT THE FOOD. Now that sounds relatively simple, JUST EAT. But some days it has actually been a challenge to get it all in. Also, I still take Sunday morning for breakfast with family; Tuesday night dinner out post-TOPS; and Wed or Thu dinner by Mama. The rest of the week, so far, has been strictly JC menu.. and not one deviation along the way on the full JC days. Last night I had BJ's Brewery Chicken Lettuce Wraps fo...

Going into day 38 of 100+ degree days... have a great week everyone! Here's a pic of Mocha laying claim to R's jeans.

With Friday ’ s Fill-Ins, my plans were: And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to seeing my JC counselor after work , tomorrow my plans include swimming and Sunday, I want to have breakfast with family . Well, Friday after work I did see Liz at JC and I ’ m in a re-set mode.   A small gain which is sitting in my brassiere (monthly bloat); and I wasn ’ t too concerned about it.    Took updated measurements.   On Week 1 of pre-planned menu, with the exceptions of subbin g some JC items for others because I cannot stand the preplanned item; French toast breakfast on Sunday; post TOPS dinner out on Tuesday (which will be BJ ’ s Brewery , Chicken Lettuce Wraps); and Mama ’ s weekly dinner on either Wednesday or Thursday …   I put it on my plan for Wednesday; but I am spinning on Wednesday and won ’ t get there until nearly 8pm and then I will desparately need a shower.. so it might be ...

I quilted Mama's Green With Envy this weekend....even used the Big Bernina to do it... now only the borders remain to be quilted and then the binding. Other quilting projects in queue include sandwiching Auntie J's batik quilt and a Patrick Lose project for Project Linus. Then I have a Christmas Grinch quilt to work on for My Little Princess.

I must say that this trip through Divorceville is no fun.. and while sadness seems to permeate my days... nearly every week Mama's youngest can just really make me laugh.... (though to be honest, the eldest can as well). Last night it was when we were watching Take The Money and Run... and Hunter made a comment about it might bug him a bit to be locked up on the show because he would become a bit OCD about TIME... and it just cracked me up.    I told him, Oh child, you get THAT from your Mother.    Mainly because I've been with Mama C on her post-anesthesia from her colonoscopy as well as her shoulder surgery.. and even as totally doped up as she was at the time, she was very concerned about What time it was.. and would ask repeatedly even as her mind was trying to clear the anesthesia fog. Anyhow, it is still possible to have good moments of fun and laughter in the midst of such a sad time in my life.. and I'm just glad that I have a Village to he...

http://fridayfillins.blogspot.com/2011/08/friday-fill-ins.html 1. How can I move forward and thrive? 2. My husband needs to apply weed control to our lawn . 3. My hair is growing out. 4. BFF is taking her hubby to her high school reunion where he will be treated to Frog Races . 5. My favorite summer fruits are strawberries, watermelon, and canteloupe . 6. Ryan was in stealthy Army-man mode in the kitchen; causing Mama C to ask ...what was that? 7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to seeing my JC counselor after work , tomorrow my plans include swimming and Sunday, I want to have breakfast with family !

If I had my life to live over … . If I had my life to live over, I would have talked less and listened more. I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained and the sofa faded. I would have eaten the popcorn in the 'good' living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace. I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble about his youth. I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed. I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it melted in storage. I would have sat on the lawn with my children and not worried about grass stains. I would have cried and laughed less while watching television - and more while watching life. I would have shared more of the responsibility carried by my husband. I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern ...

Wow, everyday it seems to bloom even more....there's magic flower mojo in Mama's kitchen.

Poor Hunter's placemat looks so sad this week as he recovers from having his wisdom teeth extracted last Friday.  I hope he will be feeling up to the french toast tomorrow (he has been anticipating since Monday.)   If not, he may at least get a root beer along with his chocolate shakes tomorrow instead.

Say your piece to find some peace... and I hope that I may have turned a small corner in this journey through Divorceville.

Delilah Gratitude Challenge ~ Every day for a month I want you to write down five things you are grateful for. And you are not allowed to repeat anything on your list – that would be way too easy. You can do this, and it’s really quite simple when you start to recognize the vast amount of blessings in your life. Wow, it's been 30 days... and it's harder than it seems sometimes.. especially with the no repeat rule... Chicken Soup for the Soul The Family Minute Fire Engine Red Nail Polish Freshly made cinnamon rolls My blog

How-long-does-typical-divorce-recovery-take? It will take as long as it takes......  and I figure it will take a long time. I feel so utterly rejected an profoundly hurt and sad over this whole divorce thing.   And the soon to be ex also say he is hurting.. and I am having such a hard time with that.. yeah, maybe he hurts because he sees the pain he has caused.. or maybe he hurts because of his own failures... or maybe he hurts because it is financially destructive to both of us...  but he certainly doesn't hurt for being dumped by his wife. I liken the undoing of a marriage to trying to disentangle two trees that have grown next to each other for years. The more intertwined the root systems are, the longer it will take for the trees to go their separate ways. ~Susan Pease Gadoua Life will go on... and I'm sure that once my heart can heal and strengthen, that there will be happier days ahead. 

Delilah Gratitude Challenge ~ Every day for a month I want you to write down five things you are grateful for. And you are not allowed to repeat anything on your list – that would be way too easy. You can do this, and it’s really quite simple when you start to recognize the vast amount of blessings in your life. Carrots Green Beans Baked Potato with butter, cheese, sour cream and bacon Outback Steakhouse Garlic Toast

Delilah Gratitude Challenge ~ Every day for a month I want you to write down five things you are grateful for. And you are not allowed to repeat anything on your list – that would be way too easy. You can do this, and it’s really quite simple when you start to recognize the vast amount of blessings in your life. Orange ginger lotion Spin class Ice packs Peanut butter Advil PM

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