HOOKED

BeBes

2010-05-06T10:16:00.000-07:00

This is my new favorite coffee shop. Tucked away it took us awhile to find it. A true gem and "Dolls" The clothing boutique next door is full of beautiful items way beyond my price range.

The Fall

2010-05-06T10:10:00.000-07:00

We went to see the Fall with Cory and Niamh. Mr Smith shuffled around as if he was in his slippers with a grumpy old man scowl on his face but his voice was magic and he oozed rock n roll.

Daz Whites

2010-04-26T11:47:00.000-07:00

Gary and I had "Tea On The Veranda" which is actually just the steps outside our house. The view we see is a vibrant array of colourful folks playing lawn bowls. We watch for a very long time and think often about how lucky we are to live were we live.

A slight change in direction

2010-04-23T09:09:00.000-07:00

Due to volcanic activity our plan to visit the Highlands in Scotland was put on hold. We needed a plan fast. Gary in his usual excitable manner was yammering on about hiking part of the Wicklow Way. What if it rains I protested or I can't make it or you fall and twist your ankle and the mountain rescue dogs have to be called and we cause a big commotion because of our inexperience. But with his persistence i relented and we hopped on a bus that took us on our way. Three days later we are exhausted our bodies are broken and I have a weird rash on my hands but it was a wonderful holiday and I am so glad we did it.

The Triangles are getting BIGGER!

2010-04-07T04:43:00.000-07:00

2010-03-21T02:51:00.000-07:00

This is what i have been working on right now. Embroidering triangles. The scarf is by Amanda you can see her stuff at http://www.etsy.com/shop/louisbyamanda

Paddys Day

2010-03-21T02:47:00.000-07:00

Paddys Day in Ireland is pretty mental. We spent the morning in Dublin and then took the train to Belfast so we got to experience both cities. People everywhere!!! We loved it.

Cat

2010-03-17T01:32:00.000-07:00

We adopted the next door cats ( unofficially ). Two black cats that visit us every day. I call them "cat". They saunter around like they own the joint. They make us happy.

Embroidary Fanaticaly

2010-02-22T11:51:00.000-08:00

Thanks to my friend Amanda I have discovered a love for embroidery . I was knitting constantly over the winter but now as I look forward to warmer days it makes sense to drop the knitting needles in favour of embroidery needles.

Apple Pie

2010-02-22T11:47:00.001-08:00

I baked a pie all on my own. Pastry and all. Gee wizz. Martha Stewert has nothing on me. It was oh so yummy.

My walk to work.

2010-02-22T11:40:00.000-08:00

This is part of my walk to work. Its the Grand canal. One of two canals in Dublin that runs right through the city. It was used to transport Guinness. It relaxes me. It is filled with Swans, Ducks and shopping trolleys. I don't know what it is about shopping trolleys showing up in the weirdest of places.

2009-11-13T13:45:00.000-08:00

Keeping with the moustache theme her we have
the Mr. Moustache Pillow by Etsy seller
sallyenglanddesign.
This white twill and woven pillow comes with
four interchangeable velcro moustaches
(Fu Manchu,trucker,gentleman,& salt 'n'pepper!).
Cool Eh!!

2009-11-11T11:27:00.000-08:00

So I think its time that i umm... Do something with this thing. I was looking at Amanda s Blog and i thought this looks like fun and it might help me make better use of my time. So I am going to do my upmost to update on a regular basis.

Thanks Manfred for this awesome photo.....

First steps....

2009-04-05T11:15:00.000-07:00

I have finally started metalwork classes in Dublin, Ireland. It is so rewarding. Here is some of the things i have made.