Monday, June 30, 2008

Mad Dogs

The blustery weekend did keep the bugs away but not the rain. The wind also ripped a big hole in the Border Downs Pavilion so there was little shade and/or places to hide from the rain. When it wasn't raining it was rather nice. Spent the majority of the day visiting. I was surprised to see Geoffrey and Tatiana there but nice too. Geoffrey and a bunch of the guys were very into making their own portable forge.

I brought several things to work on but had no enthusiasm. Del tried to teach a bunch of us to drum. I have a hard time keeping an even beat and I tend to speed up or slow down. Kaia showed up in the afternoon to show me how to lucet. I must have left my patience at home because I gave up on that after a while. During some of the rain showers, Rue and I went and sat in my van since we didn't feel like taking over anyone's tent. Nice and warm. We both took a little nap thanks to reclining seats.

It continued to rain off and on the rest of the afternoon and by early evening I had decided to head home. The wind must have taken a lot out of me because I was totally drained by the time I got home.

The weather gods were very cruel because Sunday was the perfect day to be outside.

This week is a short work week which will probably feel extra long. Not sure if I will be doing anything for the 4th. Not one of my favorite holidays. Guess we will see what happens.

Friday, June 20, 2008

Monday, June 16, 2008

The weekend comes, I have good intentions to do many chore type stuff at home. I get up on Saturday, do a few and take a break and boom the afternoon is shot, all I want to do in the evening is watch TV and very little got done. Bleh.

I did watch Linda Linda Linda. Its cute. Nothing much happens but the music is good.



Doctor Who was amusing. The Doctor's fashback was hilarious. If your curious to what happened to the Doctor when he was searching for Charlemagne you can read about it here.

Friday, June 13, 2008

Its been a long week. Things have been moving and shaking at MPOW. Noisy and dusty. Makes it very hard to concentrate but I am glad I don't have to be involved in the toting and shifting. Here are a few pictures of the deconstruction.

Erin has been in town for a few days on her move back to Seattle. It has been good to catch up and do some porch sitting and blowing bubbles with the the boys. Hard to believe Ethan is 4 and Simon is almost 2.

Not sure what the plans are for the weekend are. Probably hang out at home and contemplate tackling the mess that is my closet.

Since its not too exciting around here is a little Friday funnie. Pie poetry.

Monday, June 9, 2008

There is no charge for awesomeness

The Ren Fair was fun. Much better than last year when it would rain every half hour. It was a little warm and humid but not too bad. Nice to see the sun.

Hagan and I left got to SF around 10:30. Stopped by the leather store and visited with Hark while Hagan got a few things. There were a good number of people at the fair. Found the shire pavilion and got settled in. This year they were set up a little further away from the main area but it was nicer since there was room to have fighting. There were quiet a few people that stopped by to see what we were all about so hopefully Border Downs will get a few new members. I have a few pictures up on my flickr page.

Spent some of the day wandering around. Finally found John and Red Callie's booth. They had opted to be in the expo building (good move) but it took awhile to finally find them. The fair closed at 7 but we hung out for awhile longer visiting. Finally left around 8 and headed supper at Chili's with Basil. Dinner was good but I was dead tired. Hagan wanted to go to B&N after supper. Thankfully it was a quick trip. Picked up some manga. I really need to go through my books to see what I have. I have totally lost track of series I am reading.

On the drive home we got quite a light show. I was glad it didn't rain too much on us. By the time we got back to town it was raining. Bleh.

Sunday did laundry and a bit of knitting. In the evening went to see Kung Fu Panda which was awesome. I kind of wish they had animated the whole film like the opening but on the whole it is a must see.

Friday, June 6, 2008

Friday!!!!!

Yay its Friday and there is sunshine and blue sky. Haven't seen that in a while. Its been one rain storm after another. I am hoping the weekend will be somewhat nice.

Siouxland Ren Fair is this weekend. Still planning on going on Saturday. Should be a good time. Its been a few weeks since I have seen everyone. If the weather stinks can always bail out and go to the movies or shopping. Procured yarn to finish Lilies gifts so should finish that up this weekend too.

This week has been quiet a drag so I am glad its over.

Monday, June 2, 2008

Weekend that was

The weekend was rather sedate which in retrospect exactly what I needed. Friday night went out to dinner with Sarah and Prairie and then ran around in the freaky rain storm. It lasted about 15 minutes. Lilies weather has officially arrived. After that watched Sarah Jane and the Doctor.

Saturday finally mailed out some packages I have had been meaning to mail for weeks. Then worked on Lilies gifts until I ran out of purple yarn. Kaia was going to pick up some in SF this weekend but they didn't have any purple at Hobby Lobby. Poo. Will have to check Micheals and if they don't have any will have to check Sioux City.

Don't think anything too exciting is happening this week. Sioux Falls Ren Fair this week and Border Downs is doing its usual demo. Will probably go up on Saturday and hang out.

you know you like these

1. Your ex is on the side of the road on fire. What do you do?

OMG put them out. Call the EMS. This is a weird question

2. Your best friend tells you she is pregnant. What is your reaction?

Yay for you. Seems like this is a reality since a few of my friends have had or are having babies at the moment

3. When is the last time you wanted to punch someone in their face?

recently

4. Congratulations! You just had a son. What's his name?

Spontanious birth!? Craziness. Umm maybe Colin

5.Congratulations! You just had a daughter. What's her name?

Matilda or Lucy

6. What are you craving right now?

Saturday

7. What was the last thing you cried about?

Stuff that has been stressing me out

8. When you buy something and your change is a penny. Do you keep it or tell them to keep the change?

If they have the take a penny/give a penny box it goes there. Otherwise in my penny jar or in the car door pocket

9. What color is your tissue box?

grey

10. Do you have a ceiling fan in your room, and if so, is there dust on that fan?

No but if I did then yes.

11. What is the last voicemail you received about?

The whereabouts of my parents.

12. Scariest thing you've experienced in the last year?

Last year was good so I can't remember

13. What do you order when you go to Taco Bell?

I don't eat there since I never feel good afterwards

14.Have you ever had a garage sale?

No I usually donate my junk to goodwill or the civic council

15. When was the last alcoholic beverage you had?

A Mike's. can't recall the flavor

16.Are you happy right now?

about what? umm somethings and somethings not

17. Who came over last?

Hagan

18. Do you miss anybody right now?

Lots and lots. Why is everyone moving?

19. Dark or light jeans?

either

20. What was the last movie you watched at home?

Cranford. Awesome BBC show. Go rent it!!!

21. What is in your pocket?

Keys

22. Who introduced you to your [significant other]?

Do I have one of these????

23. Where do you hurt?

lower back.

24. What is your favorite aisle at Wal-Mart?

check out

25. When is your birthday?

April 12

26. What are you going to do after this?

relax, knit

27. What is your favorite dessert?

mmmm dessert. Most are good.

28. Do you have the same name as one of your relatives?

Yes.

29.Is someone in love with you?

Maybe. If they are they are keeping it to themselves.

30. Has anyone ever mistaken you for a family member?

Yes but mostly on the phone

31. Does someone like you right now?

Yes I have lots of good friends

32. Do you know anyone in jail/prison?

No they would have called for bail by now

33. Do you like the color green?

Yes I look good in green and its nice on the trees too

34. Do you think someone is thinking about you right now?

I suppose its possible