Yarn Dolls

While packing and organizing I came across these yarn dolls I made a few months ago. The blue one was my very first, the little one was my second and the bright green and pink was one that I made during Lyric's class. Really fun and easy to make.

Purple Handmaid

My first wool felted doll. I made her for my mom, for Mother's Day. I was inspired by the dolls at Sanderling Waldorf and Lyric's teacher, Ms. Jennifer, showed me how to start it. I've started my second one, but not working as diligently as I did my first time around--maybe it's the summer heat...or the packing that needs to be done for our upcoming move....or chasing around a toddler....

A Perfect Day

Yesterday was perfect. Miles, Lyric and I went to the beach in the morning. Miles caught a few waves, whilst Lyric and I built sand castles, err, actually I was building, Lyric was demolishing. It was so much fun. Lyric was a bit weary of the water rushing up to his feet as he tried to fill his bucket with water, but we worked as a team, and had great success.

After that we went to the Beach House and had brunch. Then back home, where Miles and Lyric napped and I snuck off to lay by the pool and relax in the warm sun. Then Miles and Lyric joined me at the pool. After some swimming, we went to El Callejons for our usual faire. Perfect day all around. I love summer.

African Stew

Come, and join me for some African Stew. hot. creamy. sweet. comforting. It's a hit! I just made it for the second time. The first time around, it didn't last more than 2 days before it was gobbled up by the goblins. Gone. I made a bigger batch this time. Sweet potatoes and almond butter, chickpeas, rice and kale, in a veggie broth, make this superb and unique. Let me know what time you'll be here, and I'll have a bowl waiting for you! See you soon....