A New Year

For some odd reason this New Year really does feel like a new beginning. I've gone out a bit more rather than my usual hibernation at this time of year. Spent a day in Pittsburgh with my man and his two youngest daughters. I regret that I have no photos, but I did order new glasses while I was there.

I learned how to take a selfie and lost 5 pounds so far this year.

Finally got to go to Urban Outfitters and found the coolest slippers ever.

Had lunch with a friend at a wonderful little coffee shop.

Tried something different with my crochet.

I've been sharing my knowledge of the hook and my love of fiber.

Jack and I have been walking more.

Keeping things simple.

I'm looking forward to this New Year.

Wishing you all a wonderful 2015!

Karen

Winding Down

It's snowing outside as I sit inside my cozy home having my morning coffee.

I've already fed the birds who gather each day at the bird feeders outside my kitchen window.

I'm thinking about this past year and all that has happened in my little world.

I'm thankful for my lovely home, my family and friends, and just the fact that I'm still here, looking forward to another year and whatever it may bring.

 Wondering if my cup will run over with joy,

 or be empty and sad.

I'm thinking of something a friend once said to me when I was feeling sorry for myself.

He said, "Life is what you make it."

I hope to make this year in my life a good one.

I recently read these words:

"It's better to be kind than to be right."

My goal is to live by these words as best I can.

I've spent too much time trying to be right and not enough time being kind.

Something that I regret every day.

Thank you to anyone out there who has ever taken time to read my blog!

May 2014 be your best year yet.

Wishing you all kindness, happiness and good fortune.

karen ann