Carole Knits

october zinnia
october zinnia
martinis with a view
martinis with a view
gettysburg fence for
gettysburg fence for
germinate shawl on rocks
germinate shawl on rocks
field of flags 2
field of flags 2
color affection with edge
color affection with edge
cedar leaf shawlette 2
cedar leaf shawlette 2
3_27_2014
3_27_2014
3_18_13
3_18_13
2_24_2014
2_24_2014
1_11_13
1_11_13
peony-bouquet-for-carole-knits
peony-bouquet-for-carole-knits
dale-and-jackie-for-carole-knits
dale-and-jackie-for-carole-knits
nightshift-progress-for-carole-knits
nightshift-progress-for-carole-knits

ABC Along Adventures of Dale and Carole Arthritis Ask Me Anything Birthdays Bloggers Books Buy More Yarn Charity Knitting Circular Sock Machine Contests Crochet Dyeing Epic Sock Blanket Eye Candy Friday Feeling Crafty Fiber Festivals Food Good, Bad, Ugly Hmmm Joyful Wednesday Knitting Knitting Olympics Macro Monday March Money Madness Memes Mittens Monday On My Mind Monthly Intentions Movies Museum of Me Mutterings My Backyard NaBloPoMo One Little Word Patterns Photography Project Spectrum Quilting Random Ravelry Read With Us Reenacting Run For Your Life Saturday Posts Selfies Sewing Show & Tell Sock Knitting Spinning Style School Sunday Funnies Swaps Ten on the Tenth Ten on Tuesday Thankfulness That's Life Think Write Thursday Three Things Throwback Thursday Thursday Things Uncategorized Vacations Wordless Words in the Wild

  • Home
  • Carole Julius Photography

Three On Thursday

October 20, 2022 By Carole

I’m turning the tables this week for Three On Thursday and I’m asking for your help. I think you’re all aware that I’ve been doing a lot of work on myself, both in terms of my mental health and also self care. I have, shared and been vulnerable on the blog, I have chosen yearly words to help me grow and understand myself, I work with an amazing therapist, and I am also under the care of an intuitive eating and body image dietitian.

As part of my next step in becoming authentically me, I just started an online course called Style School. The purpose of the course is to challenge us to match our projection of self to our presentation of self. In other words, I will be learning to match my outsides to my insides. We’re starting this week with all the feeeeeels. How do I feeeeeel on the inside? And does what I’m wearing reflect how I feeeeel? It’s fun and challenging and (somewhat) overwhelming but I can already tell that it’s working.

Here’s where you come in.

One of my assignments is to ask at least 15 people for my 3 best qualities. Of course I will be asking Dale and my kids and friends and coworkers, but I also thought it would be really cool to ask all of YOU! So. Can you please leave me a comment telling me three words that you think describe the essence of who I am? What words come to mind when you think about me? What are my greatest strengths? I know most of you don’t know me in real life but I think reading my thoughts 5 days/week gives you some pretty good insight into who I am.

People who have previously taken this course say this exercise was the most valuable of all the ones they did. I bet I’ll feel the same way thanks to all of you!

If you wrote a post for today please include your link below.

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party! Click here to enter

Filed Under: Style School, Three Things, Thursday Things

Three On Thursday

October 13, 2022 By Carole

I have 3 things on my mind this Thursday . . .

I found the ball band for the yarn I used for Dale’s Musselburgh Hat! It’s called Pavement Remix from The Remix Club and it came out in July 2020. This was a special tweed edition, hence the little slubs. I wasn’t even looking for it and voila, there it was. Glad I could set the record straight here and I will be updating my Ravelry project page, too.

We had a special guest last weekend. That’s right, Brant flew in for the weekend to attend his class reunion. After the damage Hurricane Iran wrought, not just on their house and their area but also on the Ft. Myers airport, we weren’t sure he’d still be able to come but he did and it was wonderful to see him. It was a super quick visit – he arrived Friday night and left Sunday morning – but it did our hearts good to be able to hug him and look at him and know he’s okay.

I am having a colonoscopy this morning. I’m hoping, like every time I’ve done this before, that the prep is the worst of it and I’ll have a clean bill of health when it’s all said and done. Let’s face it, not eating for an entire day and the choking down glass after glass of something that’s akin to thick, salty lemonade is . . . gross . . . but it’s such an important procedure and I encourage you to get one if you’re in the age range where this is a recommended test.

And that’s all I have for you this Thursday. Send good juju for me and that test, mmmkay?

And add your link below if you wrote a post to share this week.

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party!Click here to enter

Filed Under: Three Things, Thursday Things

Three On Thursday

October 6, 2022 By Carole

It’s a random one this week, friends . . .

  1. I made spaghetti & meatballs and chocolate cake for Jackie’s birthday dinner last night. It was delicious (especially that chocolate cake) but time consuming. And lately I feel like I’ve spent way too much time cooking. I’ve been doing meal prep for breakfast and lunch on Sundays and yes, it’s great to have things all set for the week but it also takes a lot of time away from my Sunday so . . . I’m not sure if it’s worth it. Also, it sort of means I eat the same thing for 3-4 days in a row. I’m fine with that for breakfast but for lunch it doesn’t really work. I’d pay someone to make my lunch if that was an option!
  2. Brant’s house in Florida suffered some pretty significant damage. They lost parts of the roof in several rooms, insulation was hanging, and they had many things ruined from water damage from all the rain getting in. They have managed to patch the roof but, as renters, they are dependent on their landlord for getting it completely repaired and the timeline is unknown at this point. My heart breaks for them and all the people in Florida who have lost so much.
  3. Grey’s Anatomy is back for season 19 tonight, which seems crazy to me. I didn’t watch it from the get go (Hannah did) and started during season 5 but since then I’ve been totally hooked. I know some people are over it and, while I don’t find it as compelling as I used to (I still miss McDreamy) I will watch for as long as it’s on.

And that’s all I’ve got for this Thursday. If you wrote a post for this week, please add your link below.

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party! Click here to enter

Filed Under: Three Things, Thursday Things

Three On Thursday

September 29, 2022 By Carole

Coming at you this week with 3 random things . . .

  • Our oldest son Brant and his family live in Port Charlotte, one of the towns directly hit by Hurricane Ian. The last I heard from them was yesterday afternoon. They are at his mother-in-law’s house and are without power. There has been some damage to her house but they don’t know anything about their own house yet. They were not able to evacuate (read this piece from NPR on why evacuating isn’t doable for many people and for many reasons) and I’m a ball of anxiety regarding all of this.
  • Have you heard of phubbing? I do it. Dale does it. I bet you do it, too. It’s a fascinating phenomenon, particularly because we think when we do it that it’s not a big deal to the people around us, yet we’re full of emotions when others do it to us. I notice it in particular when Dale and I sit down for our Friday Night Snacks. I use my phone at that time to take a photo and post it to social media and I also use my phone to curate our playlist for the evening. I try to only use my phone for those two things but . . . you know how that goes. Dale often follows my cue and picks up his phone to send a text or an email or check his Facebook feed. And it bugs the crap out of me. I suppose it’s a double standard but I see my phone use during this time as essential because of the music and I see his phone use as . . . intrusive. Classic phubbing, honestly. Now that I know this behavior has a name, I’m going to work hard to avoid it.
  • I read an article the other day about doing a life edit in the fall. The idea is that you sit down and consider your life in 6 areas: digital, home, finance, wellness, mental, and relationships. Journal about each of these things extensively and then identify where you feel blocked or stressed and figure out ways to feel more at ease in each area. I’ve started the process and it feels great.

And that’s all from me for this Thursday. Add your link below if you wrote a post for this week!

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party! Click here to enter

Filed Under: Three Things, Thursday Things

Three On Thursday

September 22, 2022 By Carole

I had a great birthday and, because it’s Thursday, I’m sharing my thoughts in 3 bullet points.

  • I started the day by wearing my favorite dress, making a TikTok about my birthday, and driving to work listening to September by Earth Wind & Fire plus Trip Around the Sun by Jimmy Buffett & Martina McBride.
  • I got to eat my favorite foods, Mexican for lunch and pizza for dinner. The kids came over and Hannah brought me a sprinkle cake and it was fun.
  • I was showered with birthday wishes from all of you plus my family and friends, near and far. Plus an awesome handmade birthday card from Jackie! It made me feel very special and it’s really fun to hear from people I have connected with over the years – and see some of them connect with each other, too.

And now it’s onward to year 58!

I’ll be taking a couple of days off from blogging to celebrate the arrival of autumn with a mini camping trip. I’ll be back on Tuesday with the next Read With Us book announcement!

You are invited to the Inlinkz link party! Click here to enter

Blog Widget by LinkWithin

Filed Under: Birthdays, Three Things, Thursday Things

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • …
  • 44
  • Next Page »

Archives

carole AT caroleknits DOT net
my read shelf:
Carole's book recommendations, liked quotes, book clubs, book trivia, book lists (read shelf)

2022 Reading Challenge

2022 Reading Challenge
Carole has read 70 books toward her goal of 75 books.
hide
70 of 75 (93%)
view books

carolejuliusphoto

After a stressful morning of learning NOT to play After a stressful morning of learning NOT to play with momma’s knitting, these two are taking a well deserved rest. The squirt bottle is doing wonders and I can see their internal struggle of wanting the yarn so badly but also hating the spritz of water. 🤣 We’re definitely making progress and I’m so glad. #fredandgeorgethecats #siamesecatsofinstagram #siamesecats #siamesecorner
Oh hey, FriYay. #fridaynightsnacks #cheeseandcrack Oh hey, FriYay. #fridaynightsnacks #cheeseandcrackers #cheeseboard #martinitime #cocktailhourathome #happyhourathome #tgif
We’ve social obligations the last few Friday nig We’ve social obligations the last few Friday nights and that was fun … but I’ll just say this … there’s no place like home. #fridaynightsnacks #theresnoplacelikehome #martinitime #eastbridgewaterbicentennial #eastbridgewaterbeer #blackhatbrewworks #cocktailhourathome #friyay #mycozyhome
New Year’s Eve at home with music and food is pe New Year’s Eve at home with music and food is perfection. Oysters to start and a dinner of steak and baked potatoes and lobster, easy and delicious! Happy New Year to all! #happynewyear #newyearseve #justthetwoofus #steakandlobster #dinnerathome #welcome2023
It’s the most wonderful DAY of the year! The wor It’s the most wonderful DAY of the year! The work of Christmas is over, there are no lists of things to do, my heart is full from gatherings and gift giving, fridge is loaded with delicious leftovers, and I’m reading in bed with a hot cup of coffee. Hurrah for Christmas vacation! #thedayafterchristmas #christmasbedroom #godjul #readinginbed #wintersolstice #christmasvacation
When your husband is a kid at heart you make him a When your husband is a kid at heart you make him a pancake snowman for Christmas breakfast. Merry Christmas, everyone! #christmasbreakfast #pancakesnowman #pancakes #foodcreations
When Christmas Eve eve meets Friday Night Snacks! When Christmas Eve eve meets Friday Night Snacks! #fridaynightsnacks #christmaseveeve #cheeseandcrackers #martinitime #cheeseislife #bestnightoftheweek
I may be a shiksa but I make pretty good latkes! H I may be a shiksa but I make pretty good latkes! Happy Hanukkah to all! #latkes #hanukkah
Just one week until Christmas Eve! #christmas #chr Just one week until Christmas Eve! #christmas #christmastree #jeweledchristmastree #christmastree2022
Fred & George and Santa Kitty have the right idea, Fred & George and Santa Kitty have the right idea, snuggled on the couch on this rainy Friday. #fredandgeorgethecats #siamesecatsofinstagram #siamese #siamesecorner #christmaspillow #snuggledonthecouch
The pictures you find when you look at old photo a The pictures you find when you look at old photo albums: a bunch of Wheaties from 37 years ago.
We were supposed to go out tonight but our friends We were supposed to go out tonight but our friends had to cancel at the last minute due to Covid. (It’s not over, friends.) As much as I wanted to see them, having a bonus night at home is also wonderful. Good thing I always have cheese and crackers on hand! #fridaynightsnacks #cheeseandcrackers #martinitime #christmasnapkins #christmasdishes
Morning yoga is better with cats and a Christmas t Morning yoga is better with cats and a Christmas tree 🎄 #morningyoga #findwhatfeelsgood #yogawithadriene #siamesecats #yogawithcats
I dare you to resist rubbing that furry belly! #si I dare you to resist rubbing that furry belly! #siamesecat #siamesecatsofinstagram #catsofinstagram #kittybelly #siamese #siamesecorner
Pies are done! #thanksgiving #thanksgivingpies #ho Pies are done! #thanksgiving #thanksgivingpies #homemadepies #givemeallthepie #pumpkinpie #applepie #mincemeatpie #cranberrypecanpie #imadethemmyself
Just a little snack, I’m making pizza in a bit, Just a little snack, I’m making pizza in a bit, but I wanted to show off the napkins. We’re on to Thanksgiving. #fridaynightsnacks #martinitime #pimentocheese #gobblegobblegobble #thanksgivingiscoming
There’s the potential for a hard frost tonight s There’s the potential for a hard frost tonight so I picked all the dahlias in bloom. There are still loads of buds so this might not be the end, but it very well could be. I’m so thrilled with my first season growing dahlias and I’m excited to expand next year. Stay tuned for 2023 featuring more varieties! More color! More bouquets! #dahlias #dahliaseason #dahliabouquet #octoberflowers #flowersaremagical #dahliasfordays
Friday Night Snacks with a spooky twist, we’re r Friday Night Snacks with a spooky twist, we’re ready for the last weekend before Halloween! #fridaynightsnacks #cheeseandcrackers #martinitime #charcuterieboard #halloweencharcuterieboard #friyay #helloweekend
My mystery bag from @themossyapothecary arrived to My mystery bag from @themossyapothecary arrived today and it’s full of magickal goodness. #magickalherbs #mossyapothecary #witchyvibes
Today’s picks - I had to fight the bees to get t Today’s picks - I had to fight the bees to get them! The dahlias are still coming thanks to this great fall weather we are having. I know their days are numbered so I’m savoring every blossom. #dahliaseason #dahlias #flowerfarmer #flowersaremagical #igrewthis
Load More... Follow on Instagram

Subscribe to Blog via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Categories

ABC Along Adventures of Dale and Carole Birthdays Bloggers Books Charity Knitting Contests Eye Candy Friday Feeling Crafty Fiber Festivals Food Good, Bad, Ugly Hmmm Knitting Knitting Olympics Macro Monday Memes Monday On My Mind Monthly Intentions Movies Museum of Me One Little Word Photography Project Spectrum Quilting Random Read With Us Run For Your Life Saturday Posts Selfies Sock Knitting Spinning Sunday Funnies Swaps Ten on Tuesday Thankfulness That's Life Think Write Thursday Three Things Throwback Thursday Thursday Things Uncategorized Vacations Wordless Words in the Wild

Copyright 2014 Carole Knits · Log in