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I think it’s time to clean off my desk again. I don’t know what it is about this summer, but my desk can’t seem to stay tidy. Part of the problem is that I’m reading too many books at once. My knitting is a little out of hand as well. There’s a cardigan waiting for buttons and a pullover wanting sleeves. Looking for a quick, interesting project, I started a Baa-ble hat this week. I’ve been wanting to knit one for years. My colorwork experience is almost non-existent and the combination of yarns I chose isn’t the best, so this hat is a little bit wonky, but Larkspur has assured me that she can tell that those are sheep, though she would have preferred an all-gray version. Beatrix loves it as it is and is hoping that she will be the recipient.
I was determined to wait for the paperback to be available before ordering The Heart of Perfection, but I finally caved and bought a hardback copy. I loved Colleen Carroll Campbell’s book, My Sisters the Saints, so have been really looking forward to her latest book. I love it, and it is giving me so much to think about and work on in my own life. I also read The Iodine Crisis in the last week (possibly a must-read for women) and after a discussion with my healthcare provider, I am making some changes. I guess that’s a topic for another blog post. And of course, every night before bed, a few pages of my current Mitford book.
How’s your summer going? I don’t feel like I’ve had one as far as the mythical concept of summer being a break. I’m panicking a little that everything homeschool-related is starting back up for us in the next few weeks. It looks like for now, even if Jonny ends up with an out of state job offer (Why is this process so SLOW?) we will be here through the end of the year. Seth waited until the last possible day to pay his college tuition on the chance that we might be moving this fall (he’s been working and saving to pay for it himself and I’m really proud of him), but now he’s committed. This afternoon I’m going shopping with him for his first college textbooks and I’ve got my own biology class to plan for our homeschool co-op. Not to mention a desk to tidy and a million other things as well. Better than being bored, right? Actually, a little boredom wouldn’t kill me (as I frequently tell my kids) though it’s unlikely I will be encountering any in the near future.
Lynda says
I have Colleen Carroll Campbell’s book on my shelf waiting to be read. I’m sure I’ll enjoy it as much as I did her previous book ‘My Sisters…’ xx
Lana says
The thing about boredom is that it comes suddenly and you do not expect it. After the last of the kids graduated from school at home I had acres of time to fill everyday and no clue how to do it. Now I would take a few kids around for a few hours everyday to liven things up around this too quiet house. (Notice I did not say too clean.) But, I don’t want to have to think of what to feed them. 🙂
Ginny says
The feeding part is the hardest! 🙂
Marilyn says
Ginny, the hat is lovely. I jut started “At Home In Mitford.” I am enjoying the book. Father Tim is a lovable character. He sure changed his attitude toward Barnabus. Hope you find out about the moving situation soon. God Bless.
Marilyn
Ginny says
I can’t wait to see what you think of the Mitford books! I didn’t like At Home in Mitford the first time I tried reading it, but a few years down the road and it was just what I needed! Now I love the series so much.
Marion says
The hat is so cute with the sheep on it. I am reading a magazine from Smithsonian on President Lincoln along with a book. It seems more you try to get something done more projects creep up. One thing at a time that is all you can do.
Marion
Emily DeArdo says
Ginny, there’s no such thing as reading too many books! 😀 LOL.
Those are some gorgeous skeins of yarn!
Joan says
Ginny I like the sheep hat. I am reading “The Other Alcott” and really enjoying it.
Joan
Anne Weber-Falk says
Oh don’t buy any college textbooks! Rent them if possible. My daughter has saved hundreds of dollars renting from Chegg. There are other places too. She has had to purchase just a couple of books. She had one textbook that she felt would be valuable to own so she also purchased this. Rental is really the way to go.
Ginny says
Thanks for this advice! We rented his Math book on Amazon for $35! Will definitely be renting when it makes sense. 🙂
Martha says
Oh, Ginny.. you are the best. I just tidied my desk after staring at it all summer looking far worse than yours! After two+ years living in this home, we finally moved our desktop computer from the living room coffee table to my desk and wow, what a difference! But it isn’t likely that it will stay clean for more than a few days. Thanks for sharing an update on your moving situation. I’m thankful that you know you have at least a few more months in your home and hopefully that gives you some breathing room! Maybe one more Christmas to enjoy in that place. Also, I think your color work looks great! I’m new to it too and have been surprised how much easier it is than I thought, though I’m not fast at it.
KAde says
I can see the sheep clearly too. It is lovely!
Nicole Spring Frontierdreams says
p.s. the Baa-bles I knit my family for the Trailing of the Sheep back in Idaho are still some of my favorite knits. I love the colors you chose.
Nicole Spring Frontierdreams says
Ginny, I am just now reading My Sisters the Saints! I remember you recommending it years ago. Our church library just got it in and I grabbed it straight away. So far it has been a Godsend. Her struggle with infertility has been really helping me wit my own struggle. Thank you for sharing this book so long ago.
Ginny says
I’m so glad you are reading it!