A lot of nothing ... LOL

It's been too long, but there really hasn't been anything worth mentioning ... I will start mentioning stuff so you don't think I've abandoned you ... LOL.

Today, Mar.7, 2014 at 11:00 am, it is about 35 degrees out with scattered clouds and the grass is starting to green up ... what happened to winter??  There were a few days with snow - maybe 12" or so, but then it just hung around getting smaller and dirtier as the days went by.  We haven't seen a decent snowstorm in years ... yes years!  I do not believe in global warming, but I do believe in climate change.  The earth has cycles.  Warmer for years (10-15) and then cooler for a period of time ... I just take each day as it comes - there's no reason to make so much noise or spend so many millions on a natural event.  The Earth moves, it is a living thing and a lot of people are making "much about nothing."

I took my dog, SueAnn, in for a routine check and even though she's 12 1/2 yrs old, she's healthy and active.  She can't run and catch the ball for as long as she use to, but then neither can I ... as a matter of fact, she does better than I do ... LOL

I spoke with my contractor the other day and he suggested we might be able to dig the trench now instead of waiting until the end of April ... we had picked that date because we were expecting snow, but that looks like it's not happening.  We will get together and pick a day as soon as John is finished putting rock on the roads in our district.  T.H.E.N  I will get the grant money sooner and can get back to normal ... no, things won't even be close to normal until we have a new government, but you all know what I mean.

I've started really taking a good look at what I eat and when ... not the healthiest routine here, but I'm working on it.  I've been eating oatmeal most mornings, but still have my cravings for the bagel and cream cheese ... and I have some in the kitchen, ummm!  I've been studying up on Coconut Oil and have learned from different sources that it is GOOD for me.  This morning I had my oatmeal and added some (1 1/2 tsp) coconut oil and cinnamon to it ... um ... no, not with the oatmeal I have in the house.  I usually give oatmeal to the chickens so I buy the cheapest I can find.  Now I will have to get a decent brand of oatmeal.  The 'Old Fashioned' just does not go down well ... I like my oatmeal where I don't have to CHEW it ... next trip to the store I will get Quaker Oatmeal - I know I like that!!!

Talk about knitting ... there are 2 major projects on the needles, one is a Cowl for me out of the Caron Simply Soft in Orchid and the other is a short sleeved sweater in Vanna's Choice in Oatmeal.  There is also a 'kitty blanket' on some needles, and I'm trying really, really hard NOT to start a blanket ... we'll see how long that lasts.  I love blankets and throws to wrap up in, at least in winter.  I want to knit a shawl for around the shoulders for both winter and summer use.  The summers can get cool in the evenings at 4500-5000' altitude, so better safe than sorry.  My comfort zone over the years has gotten warmer and warmer - I use to like about 66-68 about 20 yrs ago, but now have moved up to 72-75, or warmer depending ... Yup, I'm getting older!  Hate to admit that, but with creaking bones and arthritis there's no denying it.

I need to get off my butt and go wash the bathroom ceiling - not a fun job at all!!
Have a great day, week, month ... oh hell, have a great LIFE ... LOL