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Elizabeth Gilbert at the TED conference on the creative flow

Filed under: Buddhism — June 27, 2009 @ 9:31 am

I am so inspired by this speech that Elizabeth gave at one of the TED conferences…she has really hit me hard with her thoughts. watch and enjoy!

Crochet Lace Washcloths

Filed under: Crochet, Etsy — May 16, 2009 @ 3:18 pm

I have been working on a new line of crochet lace wash clothes. 100% cotton, great colors and they are wonderful for use on your face as a light exfoliant, yet soft enough for all around use.

Crochet Wash Cloths

Crochet Wash Cloths

Crochet Wash Cloths

nanny birthday flowers

Filed under: Environment — April 21, 2009 @ 11:46 am

freshly picked from around nanny’s garden
nanny birthday flowers

The Refuge Prayer

Filed under: Buddhism, Reading — March 31, 2009 @ 4:42 pm

I go for refuge in the Buddha, the enlightened teacher; I commit myself to enlightenment;

I go for refuge in the Dharma, the spiritual teachings; I commit myself to the truth as it is.

I go for refuge in the Sangha, the spiritual community; I commit myself to living the enlightened life.

Chicken (Tortilla) Soup

Filed under: Food — February 15, 2009 @ 8:56 pm

chicken tortilla soup

Here is my favorite new recipe for Chicken Tortilla Soup - I usually go sans tortilla.

3 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (smallest package of chicken breasts you can find)
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tbl dried parsley
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1 jalapeno - diced
1 small onion - chopped
3 cloves garlic - minced
1/2 cup celery
1 small red bell pepper - chopped
1 small orange or yellow bell pepper - chopped
Hidden Valley small package dried ranch dressing mix - use to season to taste (adds salt)
1 can corn
1 can black beans
1 can diced tomato
1 can mexican salsa - something with good flavor
Swanson’s chicken broth - add enough as needed after you have added all other ingredients
Lime wedges. fresh cilantro, fresh diced onion, shredded Monterrey jack cheese, avocado - for set ups at the table.

In large soup kettle, cover chicken breasts with water, add pepper, garlic powder, parsley, onion powder and cumin to water and boil for one hour. Remove breasts from broth and shred in bowl with two forks. Strain broth for fat and put back into soup kettle with shredded chicken. Add all other ingredients and simmer for 2 hours covered.

Serve with set-ups table side

a blues for winter - Etsy Treasury

Filed under: Crochet, Etsy — January 26, 2009 @ 11:54 pm

Crocheters Anonymous

Bride Crochet Lace Choker

Filed under: Crochet, Etsy — January 20, 2009 @ 10:20 pm

Bride Crochet Lace Choker

Crocheters Anonymous - Etsy Treasury

Filed under: Crochet — January 13, 2009 @ 12:24 am

Crocheters Anonymous

Some exposure!!

Blue Bamboo Crochet Lace Scarf

Filed under: Crochet — January 10, 2009 @ 11:11 pm

Blue Bamboo Crochet Lace Scarf

Valley 10/2 Bamboo - Azure yarn

Peach Crochet Sunhat

Filed under: Crochet — January 10, 2009 @ 11:10 pm

Peach Crochet Sunhat

Cascade Sierra - Orange Sherbert yarn

Weaving Draft Needlepoint Purse

Filed under: Needlepoint — January 10, 2009 @ 11:08 pm

Weaving Draft Needlepoint Purse

I found this old German weaving draft on www.handweaving.net and had to make it into a needlepoint purse. Can’t wait to see how it all turns out!

Blue Crochet Baby Tuque

Filed under: Crochet — January 10, 2009 @ 11:06 pm

Blue Crochet Baby Tuque

Eden Madil Bamboo - Tahoe Blue and White yarn

Julia Mogwitz Hutatelier

Filed under: Neat Stuff — December 25, 2008 @ 10:08 pm

Just saw her on “In Context” on PBS - I love her hats and she seems so lovely too!

favorite blue

Filed under: Crochet, Needlepoint, Weaving — December 10, 2008 @ 12:03 am

favorite blue

Kromski Rigid Heddle Loom

Filed under: Weaving — December 8, 2008 @ 11:16 pm

Kromski Rigid Heddle Loom

Kromski Rigid Heddle Loom

Kromski Rigid Heddle Loom

Kromski Rigid Heddle Loom

Craft Show

Filed under: Crochet, Needlepoint — November 7, 2008 @ 8:30 pm

Crochet Ornaments

Needlepoint Ornaments

Crochet Ornaments

Filed under: Crochet, Rants — October 28, 2008 @ 7:12 pm

Crochet Ornaments

Needlepoint Cuffs

Filed under: Needlepoint — October 12, 2008 @ 6:30 pm

Fini!!

New modern needlepoint cuff stripe pattern

New modern needlepoint cuff stripe pattern

Bdid Jewelry

Filed under: Bloggage — October 11, 2008 @ 7:25 pm

Denise's BdidJewelry.com - Beaded Jewelry

Check out Denise’s new site - her beaded jewelry is amazing!

Peachey Lace Crochet Choker - Etsy Treasury

Filed under: Crochet, Etsy — October 8, 2008 @ 11:28 am

Peachy Lace

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