Wordless Wednesday: Crocheted Unicorn Mugshot
It’s too warm this week to knit blankets, so I’ve switched to amigurumi (the craft of crocheting little stuffed toys). It’s finicky work and I’m always deeply uncertain about the results, which is why as soon as there is a hint of coolness in the air, I plan to go right back to making blankets. Anyway, this week I made this unicorn.
Read articleWordless Wednesday: Spring flowers
Apparently, this is the week we get spring flowers in Northern California.
Read articleWordless Wednesday: Donkeys need walks too
I spotted a couple of women walking their donkeys on one of my walks this week. Could this be the most California thing ever?
Read articleWordless Wednesday: The curious incident of the squirrel in the night-time
The squirrels appear to have had a good night.
Read articleWordless Wednesday: Behold the fierce predator
My cat’s (planned and much needed) weight loss has stalled, so this week I tried adding morning exercise into the mix. It did not go well.
Read articleWordless Wednesday: The best part of remote learning is getting to have lunch with your cat
School is underway here at Caterpickles Central. On the first day back to school, Canelo joined The Thirteen-Year-Old for lunch to hear all about it.
Read articleWordless Wednesday: Something Beautiful
When I planted this sunflower I had no idea it would end up growing to be this tall.
Read articleWordless Wednesday: Wear a mask, y’all
My husband spotted this little piece of public art, thoughtfully updated for the pandemic while biking about town this past weekend.
Read articleWordless Wednesday: Crystal Springs Reservoir
During quarantine, I’ve been walking, while Michael prefers to ride his bike. He’s lobbying for me to join him on his rides, though, and keeps sending me amazing pictures from the trail.
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