Talking post

This post will have no new pics, as Mr. jak has digital camera in France. Yes, he's on a 'work' trip in Canne, France. I use the term 'work' lightly as he has been out having dinners and beverages till the wee hours of the morning, sleeping till noon, then walking around looking at pictures and TV's all day.

That's ok - because I have been in ... Oromocto! Ta Da!!

In all seriousness, I had a great time. Home for the weekend with my wingnut family (I say that with heartfelt love - I wouldn't want them any other way), and my wacko friends (that too a loving endearment). Good to get back to your roots and know your normal, or at least ok 'cause there ARE other people in the world as *insert descriptive here* as you are.

Invited one of my best friends - actually she's my Guardian Angel friend. She appeared at a time in my life when I really needed her, and well she's never left - and I'm glad. Anyhooo, I digress, I invited her as my date to my aunt's wedding.

We immediately assumed our duo-personality, and reverted to a time much simpler. A time filled with mistakes (eating before the bride a groom- sorry N&L), discovery (trying to climb a fence in high heels and a skirt), innocence (why does Tim Horton's throw out old food and not feed us? It was only 3:00 a.m.), and re-discovery (Subway's still open - Score!).

It was a love-filled wedding. My aunt looked absolutely beautiful in her sparkling gown and golden curls topped with a diamond tierra... sigh. Walking from the church, after the ceremony, a lady in front of us (not a family member) commented, "There are 20 other women in there that looked just like "N" (the bride)." She has obviously never been at one of our gatherings.

I would insert photo here, but - no camera :(

Spent Father's Day afternoon at my dad's. My brother was supposed to come with, but I think Mr. Labbatt got to his head. It was a nice afternoon. Dad dug up a couple of baby Silver Maples for me to bring home! I can't wait to get them in the ground. I better do that this weekend (rain or shine - my guess is rain).

Here's a pic of me a dad a month ago (he's gonna hate this - hee hee hee). Happy Father's Day daddy!

On another gardening note: My Lilac has bloomed!! 3 beautiful blooms! For 3 years old. No Camera - darnit!! Hopefully I'll get a shot before they fade. I know, I know, every other Lilac tree in the world has already bloomed. We seem to be behind with all the freakin' rain we've been getting.

No worries, still knitting. Working on a few projects. It's hard to finish one, when you're working on 5. I should really take that into consideration before starting another...

Happy Summer!
jak

Show & Tell

Knitting Update - Have been knitting a lot, to say the least, and wanted to share with you some of the projects completed. Of course, like any knitter (addicted) I have a few more in progress - hope to finish before the nice weather comes (has been raining for 400 days).

Here we go:
I have resisted the Noro for too long, and for that I am sorry. So far I have done two hats, one already gone out the door. FIL spotted it last week and took it home with him. We negotiated it to be an early gift for Father's Day. Happy Father's Day "B" ~ you truly are a wonderful dad!

Here's the hat in progress:


I have a feeling I will be seeing a lot of Noro (silk garden) in my future. Only one flaw - it breaks a little too easily. For that I can forgive it, because it is so beautiful.


Distracted by E's phone call from boot camp (you go ma belle), this one was left a wee bit too long in the washer. C'est tres felted. So instead of a great messenger bag pour moi, it will be an over the shoulder sak for my niece. Paton's Classic Merino pattern - Neapolitan Ice Cream colors... mmm...

With left over yarn, this little Clutch (One Skein) was made possible. It is great for you wallet and keys and a lip gloss :) Haven't decided if I will decorate with buttons or leave as is. I kinda like it as is due to the stripe. Ou - maybe I'll do a little needle felting design on it...

Loving the book One Skein. It's great for using up bits and pieces. Remember the acrylic you have stashed far underneath your beautiful yarns? Cable Footies. Quick and cute for around the house. I'm thinking Christmas presents (*for non-knitters)...

My first pair of socks knit pour moi :) The yarn is Koigu, picked up by my friend "Bits of Happy". Because the color is so bright I decided the socks needed a happy pattern. This is the shell pattern from Vintage Socks. They are, oh so comfortable and every time I wear them I will be a little bit happy :)

And the last show and tell piece: MIL's Silk Shawl. It turned out beautifully and it really suits her. This is a pic before I sent it. She did get it for mom's day :) The pattern was simple stitch pattern K1, YO, K2tog. I thought a simple pattern to show off the beautiful yarn. I LOVED working with this silk and hope Tangled Skeins brings in more!

Ta Da!

jak