7 Quick Takes on Easter Friday

ONE The lack of posts this week is because I haven't been feeling great.  I'm still hoping that Catherine and Peter don't catch it.  Catherine is going to be especially happy that I'm feeling better this morning--the last couple of days have been pretty boring for her.

TWO  I desperately need to finish up all of the projects that I have started for the craft fair.  I seriously have about twenty crocheted things that I need to weave in the ends.  I am not sure why I always put that step off until the last second, but I do it all the time.  (Have you see my latest creation?  I am pretty happy with it!)


THREE I've had Super Stitches Crochet sitting in my Amazon cart for about a month now.  As a book sale and library junkie I keep hesitating on actually purchasing the book.  I think that I will cash in some of my Swagbucks (I told you about them here) and get it for myself as an Easter gift.  It really is an awesome book--I've checked it out of the library multiple times.  I love that it isn't a project book (ie, how to make a this sweater, or how to make that afghan, or how to make this particular thing) it is a pattern book (just blocks of stitches).  I think that it is an excellent resource and I will refer back to it often (so it is totally worth the $8 bucks).

FOUR Here's a couple of picture of my darling girl on Easter:

FIVE When I am on Facebook and I see an update "So and So read Such and Such Article" and it has a link to the article I HATE when it wants me to agree to a Facebook app and it doesn't just take me to the article.  Seriously annoying.  Speaking of Facebook, this awesome photo has been shared quite a bit recently.  I think it is worth sharing here as well!

Original Source, I think.

SIX  I've heard two quotes that I love recently.  Ok, they are from the t.v. shows that I've been watching while I've been lying on the couch sick.

"You know what the issue is with this world?  Everyone wants some magical solution to their problems and everyone refuses to believe in magic."  Mad Hatter from Once Upon a Time

"To sin by silence when we should protest makes cowards of men." Kate from Castle--but I missed where she got it from

SEVEN I've noticed that just about all the recipes that I've "Pinned" are for desserts.  I just might have a sweet tooth.

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7 Quick Takes Friday . . . errr, Sunday

Okay, so I am a little bit behind.  I was out of town visiting with my family in Kentucky.  It was a busy and fun filled trip.  I am sorry that I don't have pictures to share today.  

ONE:  We had a blast playing laser tag at Lazer Kraze!  And, believe it or not, I was the high scorer of the night so I won a free t-shirt!  It really was a fluke.  We went on night that was ten bucks from 6-9 and were able to play six games and for one game I was on fire.  I think that we will be going there again!


TWO: We attended an arena football game.  Go Cincinnati Commandos!  I've been to one before, but this time my hubby was also able to come.  It was great.  We even tailgated before the game.  My Dad, brother, and cousin are season ticket holders and always have a good time at the games.


THREE: Have you ever had fried cheese sticks?  If they come out of a box they DON'T count.  Oh my gosh.  If you are ever in Cincinnati you have to try Arthur's fried cheese.  It is award winning battered provolone pure deliciousness.  My family and uncle have gone there for years (and only order cheese, a basket of fries, and drinks).  It might be a heart attack on a plate, but it is totally worth it!


FOUR: There is more about the trip that I'd like to talk (a.k.a. blog!) about.  The Newport Aquarium and mine and Catherine's flying experience are two events that deserve a more in-depth post!


FIVE: My sister and I went to Michael's twice.  (Okay, I might have somewhat dragged her there . . . thanks, Sis!)  I miss having that store close by.  We live in a super-metropolitan area but there isn't one very near--and it takes forever to get there due to the never ending traffic.  I was super happy to find some nice yarn on clearance.  I was also happy to use a couple of those handy 40% off coupons for a couple of miscellaneous items I've been wanting.  I am a happy crafter.  (Now, if I would just hear back about that spring craft show . . . )


SIX: I've joined Pinterest.  I'm not totally loving it yet, but it seems that many bloggers highly endorse it--both as a fun thing and as a blogging tool.  So I guess that I will give it a shot!  If I decide that I don't like it I can always delete my account.  Feel free to check me out.


SEVEN: As fun as vacationing and visiting with family can be there is something nice about being home.  To be utterly non-eloquent, there is just something right about it.

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