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    October 2005



    It's only October

    Thursday, 27 October 2005 2:22 P GMT-08
    Today I gave in and changed from the cotton knit summer sheets to the cotton flannel sheets.  We still haven't turned our heat on, although the thermostat is programmed such that it would come on first thing in the morning.  Mr. Ken says we don't n

    Random Things

    Wednesday, 26 October 2005 7:45 A GMT-08
    Yeah, likes it's not all random, all the time!20 Random Things About Me (seen at Erica's and cheerfully taken):I love socializing but really need time alone.  In fact, I'm probably happiest left alone and to my own devices.My manicurist says I'm her

    A 1 And A 2 ...

    Monday, 24 October 2005 12:21 P GMT-08
    Pictures!This is the back of infamous sweater #14 from the Fall Vogue Knitting.  And yes, the instructions are just as bad as everyone says; they completely left out all the front-crossing cables.  That said, if you've ever knit cables, you can fig

    Blogiversary!

    Thursday, 20 October 2005 11:59 P GMT-08
    Today, October 20, Knits With Cats is one year old.It's not my first blog, not even the second.  Those are both still around in their sad states at blogspot:  Yellow Rose Ramblings, started almost 3 years ago, and Furball Farm, started almost 2 yea

    Flowers and Nail Polish

    Wednesday, 19 October 2005 11:59 P GMT-08
    You Are a CarnationYou are down to earth and grounded. You tend to be more traditional than trendy. Your confidence gets you through anything. People trust you and are very loyal to you.What Flower Are You?

    We're Home!

    Tuesday, 18 October 2005 2:19 P GMT-08
    More later, I hope, but we're home from New York!It was a wonderful trip although there were a few challenges.  For one, Blog-City and I didn't agree on how to post the future entries I made, so I've spent some time today re-posting my Friday, Satur

    Happy Birthday Daddy! - October 17, 2005

    Monday, 17 October 2005 11:59 P GMT-08

    3 Things - Sunday - October 16, 2005

    Sunday, 16 October 2005 11:59 P GMT-08

    Diann needs... - Saturday - October 15, 2005

    Saturday, 15 October 2005 11:59 P GMT-08

    Yarn! - Thursday - October 13, 2005

    Thursday, 13 October 2005 5:11 P GMT-08

    New York - Wednesday - October 12, 2005

    Wednesday, 12 October 2005 11:59 P GMT-08
    We're going to New York this weekend!  No, I won't be at Rhinebeck, and I'm not making a list of all the yarn stores in the area (but if we happen to drive past one, I bet we'll stop!), but I'm really excited!  I might get to see autumn leaves!We'l

    Purple Hair? - Tuesday - October 11, 2005

    Tuesday, 11 October 2005 10:12 P GMT-08
    Your Hair Should Be PurpleIntense, thoughtful, and unconventional. You're always philosophizing and inspiring others with your insights.What's Your Funky Inner Hair Color?(Thanks to Wendy for this one!)That's all I've got tonight.   I ordered an el

    Commuknity - Monday - October 10, 2005

    Monday, 10 October 2005 2:23 P GMT-08
    Today is a holiday for some, but not for the high tech industry.  We do, however, get to enjoy lighter traffic for the commutes, so there's something.As mentioned in yesterday's entry, it was my pleasure to visit 2 new yarn stores last week and to b

    The Good, The Bad and The Meh - Sunday - October 9, 2005

    Sunday, 9 October 2005 7:02 P GMT-08
    The Good:Notice received from Bankruptcy Court that my claim against the company for which I worked in 2001 will finally be paid, at least the statutory amount.  I never expected to see any of this money, so that's a real bonus.Visists to 2 yarns st

    Startitis, Part 2 - Wednesday - October 5, 2005

    Wednesday, 5 October 2005 7:59 A GMT-08
    Most important, because I forgot yesterday:  La Shanah Tovah, to those who celebrate.  And thanks to

    Startitis Update - Tuesday - October 4, 2005

    Tuesday, 4 October 2005 12:33 P GMT-08
    Surely it's been mentioned recently that startitis has set in, in a big way.  Here's proof:This is the knitting bag Mr. Ken gave me recently.  Notice the nice closure, which keeps the projects from spilling out.Here's what was in the bag:

    Happy Birthday - Sunday - October 2, 2005

    Sunday, 2 October 2005 11:59 P GMT-08
    Today's blog entry is dedicated to happy birthday messages!My baby brother, youngest of the 4 of us, was born on this day ***mumble mumble mumble *** years ago.  I was old enough to actually remember something of it - mostly waking up to find Dad's

    Quizzes - Saturday - October 1, 2005

    Saturday, 1 October 2005 8:50 P GMT-08
    You quite like socks, but your not overly-obsessedwith them. You would have been a pair ofknee-length socks in any colour, and probablystripy or something to make you that little bitmore interesting. What type of sock are you?brought to you by Quizil