Happy First Friday, Everyone!
I thought I’d share a quick “snapshot” of what’s currently holding my attention.
Anticipating —
A visit to a new PCP this month. I will say it is a nervous anticipation. I have filled out a thick stack of health forms which has me scratching my head a bit. This doctor is in *the same network* as my previous physician, and I have filled out all.this.paperwork before. Did the computer system break? Did my medical history get deleted? I can see it when I enter my “portal” where I clearly see that my PCP information is all there, and I can even message him through the system. Regardless, I have filled out all the papers and am ready to go see him, although I wish it was a her, but that is for another post!
Baking —
All.The.Things! Banana bread – two loaves! I have a fresh bucket of dough in the fridge. I am loving the smell of fresh baked carbs wafting through the air! I love the ease of Artisan Bread in 5-minutes… and it is pretty darned tasty bread too! I also love that the dough can be purposed into loaves, boules, or even pizza! It makes it so easy and convenient! The posted a new recipe on their blog in early December that I will probably give a try this month as well. (Perhaps as a reward for that PCP visit! Haha)
Stitching —
I am going to spend some time this weekend putting together a year long temperature project… with embroidery! I just need to get a piece of linen and some embroidery floss. I am not planning on this being some extravagant project. Simple and fun is what I am aiming for, the one thing I deeply loved about the year long stitching project I did. I stitched for no more than 15 minutes a day… it was the “sweet spot” of time that ensured that I did it! Once I have all the pieces in place I will spend some time this weekend getting it all set up and begin gettin myself caught up! I will share my progress next week!
Watching —
Vera! And I am reminded how much I love her… well, Brenda Blethyn, I suppose! Haha. I mean, when I read a Vera book, I hear Brenda speaking! (I bet you were thinking that I was going to say I was watching Groundhog Day in the House… I might be occasionally checking in, but if you saw one vote, you’ve seen them all. They are all the same! Ha!) And! Steve and I have been watching the second season of The Craftsman on Discovery+ Eric Hollenbeck is quite the character… he shares philosophy, poetry, history, and truly slow crafting.
Getting Ready —
To finish up the machine sewing projects I have had lingering for over a month now. When I reorganized my fiber stash, I also spent some time rethinking my “sewing corner” and have made some tweaks, which I hope will encourage me to sit down and sew! In case you need a reminder I have 2 corduroy tunics to sew up!
Unpacking —
My Word! And I am having so much fun doing that! I have a bit of a “word cloud” going! Currently, it is on practice paper, I mean it is currently experiencing lots of flux! Ha! I just love the January Word Getting To Know You Time! I am finding some fun things, including a couple of books to read!
And I think that might be more than enough! Ha! Have a great weekend and I will see you all back here on Monday!
January looks to be a nice month for you so far Kat! Let it continue. Those cinnamon buns…oh yum! Good luck with your new PCP – choosing/finding one is such a chore, isn’t it? Thanks for the link to “The Craftsman” which I had not heard about. If Fletch hasn’t found it, I know he will love it (and probably I will too). Happy Weekend!!
Sounds like you have a good plan going.
Yes …. the smell of baking! There is nothing better.
Have a great weekend.
Mmmm. I haven’t baked anything in quite a while! You’re tempting me!!
Have a great weekend, Kat!
LOL, Groundhog Day is an apt description of it! I had one of the votes on the TV in the background while I was eating lunch the other day and was able to catch the “Hakeeeeeeeeeem Jeffries!” vote.
Baking is a good activity for days like today. It warms up the house and fills it with yummy smells! We made some bake sale cookies on Wednesday, and I think we need to whip up something else this weekend.
I think I need to explore that Artisan Bread in 5 site! I had the book at one time, but you’ve made it sound so tempting (along with the scent of freshly baked bread) that I need to take another look. I’m glad you are doing another year-long embroidery project as I loved seeing the directions your last one took. Have fun with your word (I’m working on mine ;-)) and good luck with your new PCP!
Baking all the breads sounds perfect for January. I look forward to seeing your embroidery project. I sure enjoyed the one from a few years ago. Have a good weekend. Good luck with the new PCP. Why do we have to fill out the same paperwork over and over?
Super post, and lots of lovely things. And Good news, there’s a new Vera series starting this month!
January . . . can be such a delightful month. And your post explains just why! (Except all that paperwork. . . .) XO
may you love your pcp, they are hard to find and love!!