Busy Busy Busy

Wow, January has been a busy month.  So sorry I haven't posted in awhile, but here is what is taking up all my time.  And really, to be honest, I am always busy, but here are some highlights.

Knitting: I am going to CampKIP in April and getting SO excited about it!  My friend and I are going together and we have been planning our road trip, I am also planning how much money I am going to bring and have gone on a mild No-Fiber diet until then.  I am trying really really hard not to buy some sock yarn RIGHT NOW!

Mild No-Fiber diet meaning I am going to splurge at the DFW Fiber Fair in March.  I went last year, so much yarn! I got so distracted, I have to remember to pace myself this year, I think I may even go with a shopping list.

Ok, I know those two have nothing to do with projects but its yarn and knitting related so I put them in there.  On actual projects, I am still working on the Daybreak Shawl.  I'm on the 3rd part and it is coming out so pretty.  One thing I don't like about shawls is the rows just get longer.  It's taking me about 20 minutes to do one row.  It will be worth it though.

I am also still working on the Acer Cardigan but I have put that on hold because all my 32 inch needles are taken up and as soon as I get done with the Daybreak, I will put on the button band which is what I need the 32 inch needles for.

Ok, I have the Knit Picks Harmony Interchangeables and only 2 32 inch cords and yes, those cord are on other projects.  Btw, if anyone is even remotely thinking of getting a set of interchangeables, any brand, I highly recommend them, they are a lifesaver and awesome.  I really like my Knit Picks Harmony's too.

I also started working on the Stockinette Stitch Shrug by Lion Brand Yarn, I am using Stone Hedge Fiber Mill's Shepherd's Wool in Midnight Lake, it is this beautiful soft worsted weight yarn in deep brown.  I bought it in Michigan a few years ago and had to get it because it is Michigan yarn.  I also really wanted to make a shrug.  I bought a shrug at a store a few years ago and love it and get nothing but compliments every time I wear it so I thought I should make myself another one.
This pattern is pretty easy, and great for taking along to knit group when I really want to talk and not have to concentrate on my knitting or the pattern so much.  So far, the shrug is about 3 inches long.

Epic Fail: My Raspberry Ale Messenger Bag, I had it all sewn together and got cocky and didn't felt it right, it felted for sure but didn't shrink.  I ran it threw the washer twice but all it ended up doing was shedding red puffs all over everywhere, I am still finding them around the house.  I just threw it away.

Cooking:  As we speak, I have Orange Chicken going in the Slow Cooker.  It smells so good, I may need to thicken up the sauce a but, but that shouldn't be too bad, I plan on serving it with scallion rice.

Bob and I also celebrated our 2 year wedding anniversary 2 weeks ago and in celebration I made his favorite meal of Bangers and Mash, we got some really good sausages at Whole Foods in the City (Oklahoma City) it was delicious and a wonderful anniversary.

Fitness:  I am doing pretty good on eating right, I am getting myself to like Oatmeal, since forever, I have never liked oatmeal, but it is really good for you and fills you up, its great especially if you are trying to watch or loose weight.  I found if I just don't put as much water in it is good, I also sometime add nuts for crunch.  I also signed up for a Boot Camp at the gym by my work with a co-worker.  It is kicking my but it is awesome.  Lots of fun and I can feel a difference.  Its also great to have a teammate to help you along. A lot of my other co-workers are doing it also and we also go to the gym at lunch.  Great motivation.

Addictions: My new favorite addiction is Pinterest.com  I love that site, that is where I got the recipe for the Orange Chicken and there are a few other things on there I want to make and do.  If you haven't already, check it out and sign up.

Not much traveling, plus, this post is already getting long, I will report back soon with any other fun stuff I get myself into

Talk to you all soon.