Category Archives: General Rambling

Kick Start

Posted on Wednesday, 11th January 2012 by Lou

Hello, and Happy New Year!  Look at that, I’ve finally got around to posting here again.  I keep meaning to, but I always feel like I should post a long explanation of where I’ve been.  Well, I will, but first … finish reading “Kick Start”

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Marking a century

Posted on Sunday, 20th February 2011 by Lou

My granddad would’ve been 100 years old today.  Happy Birthday Poppa! That’s the two of us together when I was small.  He died a few years ago now, and for another few years before that wasn’t really ‘himself’ due to … finish reading “Marking a century”

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Busy busy busy

Posted on Monday, 7th February 2011 by Lou

I’ve been running around doing all-sorts this week.  I’ve been at C House a few times, at the library (hi Henry!), at the gym (!!!), to KnitJam, and I’ve had a visitor this weekend – my friend Charlotte.  Whew!  And … finish reading “Busy busy busy”

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In which I have a revelation

Posted on Saturday, 29th January 2011 by Lou

It has just occurred to me that when I’ve been working on a post for this blog (on and off, but still) for nearly a week, then that post is probably really too long and it’s time for me to … finish reading “In which I have a revelation”

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Belated Christmassy round-up

Posted on Saturday, 22nd January 2011 by Lou

I never did talk about how Christmas was in the end, did I?  So I shall inflict in upon the world now.  I actually did get everything finished and ready that I needed to.  All my online shopping arrived (whew!) … finish reading “Belated Christmassy round-up”

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… and a Happy New Year

Posted on Friday, 31st December 2010 by Lou

Happy New Year everyone.  I’m having a quiet but good one – I was going to be visiting Mum, but she’s feeling under the weather so I’ve stayed at home instead.  So I thought I’d just jot a quick post … finish reading “… and a Happy New Year”

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Christmas prep

Posted on Saturday, 11th December 2010 by Lou

I’m in the middle of getting everything ready for Christmas.  Actually, I feel that I’m doing quite well.  I’ve done all my shopping except for a couple of small things (and I know what those are and where I’ll get … finish reading “Christmas prep”

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Oh baby, it’s cold outside!

Posted on Thursday, 2nd December 2010 by Lou

I took a day off of blogging yesterday, but I’m going to see if I can now do the rest of December as well.  If not, no big worry.  I actually ventured out yesterday, and I’m glad I did, even … finish reading “Oh baby, it’s cold outside!”

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NaBloPoMo Success!

Posted on Tuesday, 30th November 2010 by Lou

Yaaaaaaaaaaaay, I won!  Well, I passed the finishing line, having posted every day this month – and this time without a meme to help me along.  Woohoo!  I am ver’ ver’ proud of myself. Thank you very much. In weather … finish reading “NaBloPoMo Success!”

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Snowy weather

Posted on Monday, 29th November 2010 by Lou

Well, the snow is definitely here now – when I woke up yesterday there was a white blanket of it outside, and although it did melt up at my Mum’s house, it hasn’t done here yet, and we’ve had more … finish reading “Snowy weather”

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Friday 5 for 26th November

Posted on Sunday, 28th November 2010 by Lou

Friday 5 for November 26: Holiday Music What’s your favorite holiday album? Either my two-disc set of Handel’s Messiah, or any album of carols. Puts me properly in the festive mood. What song’s lyrics, title, or theme best expresses the … finish reading “Friday 5 for 26th November”

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No(t much) Snow

Posted on Saturday, 27th November 2010 by Lou

We’ve had a little bit of snow today, but it hasn’t really settled.  Which is good, because it meant that the rails and roads were OK for getting back from the Skunk Anansie gig at Brixton Academy last night.  That … finish reading “No(t much) Snow”

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Travelling Woman shawl

Posted on Friday, 26th November 2010 by Lou

Finally, belatedly, here are the pictures and info for my “Gap Year Travels” Travelling Woman shawl. Pattern: Traveling Woman by Liz Abinante [Ravlink] Yarn: The Yarn Yard Bonny in Byron Bay & Art Deco solid, and Wendy Sunbeam St. Ives … finish reading “Travelling Woman shawl”

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On Thankfulness

Posted on Thursday, 25th November 2010 by Lou

I don’t normally do this, since it isn’t Thanksgiving in the UK, but I think I will this year.  So here goes: Reasons to be Cheerful, 1, 2, 3…. My family and friends.  I’m lucky that I have people I’m … finish reading “On Thankfulness”

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Getting chilly

Posted on Wednesday, 24th November 2010 by Lou

It is getting cold out there – going to be below freezing tonight, and snow is on the way.  I think I’m going to get snuggled under my duvet asap. In website news, though, I think I’ve got everything sorted … finish reading “Getting chilly”

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