Bron's Blog II

Yep - Still Here

Just no knitting or crocheting to show for it.

I'm in the midst of classes, Doug's moved out, my divorce is final in about a week, I've applied for a loan to buy this house from my ex, and.. oh yeah... I got my tattoo:

 

So...how's your summer going?

After 6 Inches Of Knitting

I finally thought to measure.

Sigh.

I don't need a tank that's 54" around. Grrr...

So I've cast on again & will update you as I go.

Things are heating up a bit in my classes - thank goodness I'm not working during the day! Even though I have a lot of homework, this actually feels like a real break. :)

I have my last big, state test tomorrow: Secondary Teacher Competency. I passed all the others & will have my K-8 license. This test and the reading class I'm taking now will ensure I have a 7-12 license also, endorsed in LA and History.

So many licenses, so little time!

Doug closes on his house the 18th & will be out the 19th. Things are getting very strained, so that's a good thing. :) He'll be taking 95% of the furniture (it was all his & his Dad's) so I'm looking forward to some shopping!

More breaking news: I'm buying out Doug's half of this house! Woohoo! That will be finalized in July. :)

All the more reason to buy my own furniture...art...rugs....stuff!

Shhhhh...Don't Tell Anyone...In Case We Jinx It

But....

I started a new project for summer from the Spring/Summer 2009 Vogue:

I've been wearing skirts with a lot of white in them - I thought this (in CE of course!) would go very well with my new look.

But as I said...Mum's the word, eh? We wouldn't want the knitting gods to take undo notice & screw things up!

School's Out!

I'm allowing myself to relax...just a bit...even though CNM classes have started.

Yay! My first year is done!

A parent tracked me down on Friday to give me these flowers in appreciation:

Aren't they beautiful?

I'm keeping my fingers crossed...knocking on wood...whistling in the dark...that my summer classes won't be too much of a hassle.

And ...I'll...finally....get....to....KNIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Happy summer, everyone! I'll be updating a little more often - promise!

8th Grade Dance

Here I am, ready to go:

The balloon arch my 4th period and I made for the dance:

That's my buddy, Turtle, in the middle.

Here are the centerpieces we also made:

And here is the general craziness:

I was the official punch bowl fountain teacher. Which means I got to refill that dang thing every other minute. One part punch mix to 5 parts water....over & over & over!

Then I tripped over a wire & fell face first. (We managed to cover every wire with duct tape except that one!) Dylan pointed out that since the punch wasn't spiked, I was a true klutz.

Thanks, Dylan.

Fun was had by all - I'm so glad I volunteered!

Changes

Belch - seriously sorry about that last post. Late night = funky spelling!

Here's what's happening in my world:

Doug has got the Pod about 1/4 full. Our divorce paperwork is filled out - we just need an attorney's once-over before filing. We'll be able to waive the 1 month waiting period and could be officially split as early as 2 weeks after filing.

My teaching ends next week while my "student-ing" starts again on Tuesday and Thursday. But at least my classes will be during the summer so I won't have work interfering!

I've narrowed down my tattoo choice and it looks like two others from work will go with me. It'll be a girl's day out at the tattoo parlor! ::grin::

All is still well - just not a lot of crafting going on. One more week, folks, and then maybe I'll pick up the needles.....

 

I am...A Facebook Baby

Wow - totally edited for spelling - I must never, EVER make a post so late at night! LOL

I've been on there a couple of months now and am able to keep up almost daily with little snippets of my life. The key is random, small snippets to I don't have to think so hard to make the posts. My old blog is still here, just fewer posts & progress.

I'm serious, for the duration of my studies, you might want to come "friend" me over there to have some hope of keeping up with my life and it's many changes.

 I figured I'd let you all decide.This is where I'll come to show the major completed itemsto you all. I'd liked to have this blog stand as a basic knitting,crochet, haven for people to ask questions if they have them. The only drawback is that I won't be consistenting here until Dec.(my graduation!!!)

So - that's where we are, folks. Please feel free to give feedback. Thanks

Riddle: When Is An Inch As Good As A Mile?

Answer: When you haven't knit in freakin' foreeeeeever:

Obviously, I'm feeling fine. Fine enough to be knitting again. :) yay!

The split continues to be incredibly amicable and stress-free. Double yay!

I got my official call from HR - APS is picking up my contract for next year. I'm in, it's a done deal, I'm eternally, incredibly grateful. Triple yay!

I received the new Sandra magazine and my first thought when I saw this page was, Cotton Ease!:

There are actually quite a few cute, spring/summer sweaters in this issue. I'm glad because I've been very disappointed over all with my subscription.

I popped up to Santa Fe today to meet my Bio-Mom for lunch. It was fun to get out of town. Although I think I cranked my tunes too loud when I was cruising & blew a speaker. Sigh.

I should know better - factory speakers can't handle the bass I like!

All's well - hopefully I'll be posting a bit more often now.....

Lifting Depression You Never Realized You Had

For those concerned, the parting is amicable and civilized, no drama, no taking of toys & going back home. After 15 or so years (!?!?!) of unhappiness, we both need...well...happiness!

Part of the catalyst for me to make a change (yes, I was the instigator) was the fact that two doctors told me within a month of each other that I was probably depressed.

But gee, I didn't feel depressed! I am always upbeat & cheery.....

Then I started thinking about my sleeping problems...my weight gain - I tend to eat when I feel bad....and things started to fall in place.

Since I made my decision, in the last two weeks, I've lost 8 pounds. Sleeping is marginally better, I'm sure that will come with time.

Yesterday I went out & bought new clothes - no old, frumpy stuff for me any more...and I did something I've been wanting to do for a long time (Hey, look Ma, no wrinkles! lol):

Yep - there will be more piercings to come..and yep...a tattoo too. ;)

You're never too old to get in touch with your wild side.

The freedom to do it?

Priceless.

MIA

Mea culpa.

Good news abounds, however:

• One last assignment to hand in tomorrow & I'm done, done, done for this semester.

• My principal has requested me for next year, so I'm safe, safe, safe! There is a hiring freeze, so not only am I safe, I'm incredibly lucky.

• I got to choose my room for next year and I already know I'll have 4th period prep.

• I'm incredibly happy right now!

Not-so-good news also abounds:

• I have some issues going on with hubbie - they will most likely be resolved by a split.

Unfortunately, I'm not one of those who knits through adversity....I need to be in my happy, calm place to stitch. Yet another reason I haven't done much in the way of crafting lately.

However, I still hold out hope for the next 4 weeks....one of those sweaters might just get finished!