Lime and Coconut - Another update added

I think I've figured it out.

You see.....we are both on a diet. 

Last night was Mexican

Lots and lots of fresh veggie, topped by

PUTTING IN A LIME and COCONUT

{harry nillson}

Mexican with COCONUT OIL.....no I'm not crazy.

It's the new EVOO around this house.

After watching this video I was off to Whole Foods.

It made total sense to help get those cholesterol numbers back in line. 

My SIL, Liz was using this over the holidays for Tyler's, Gluten-Free diet. 

I know your question.....flavor?.....barely at all. 

And Mr. S even is looking forward to his salmon sauteed with this.

Coconut Oil Touted as Alzheimers Remedy

{click on link above}

It tossed our white breast Mojo Marinated chicken nicely. 

And the BLACK BEANS for fiber and we are moving in the right direction. 

Now, I know.... I "ain't" no

DUM-DUM

this isn't going to happen over night.

I've always been a sucker for a little after dinner sugar. 

So, these tiny bombs are perfect.

I can stick one right in my mouth and pick up my hook. 

As I was looking around last night.....wow.... I need to get this edging done. 

It will help me keep my mind off searching for that hidden Snickers Bar.

{which by the way are in the coat closet by the front door , Halloween leftovers}

Don't think for a second I don't know that. 

A big BRAVO goes out to KNITPICKS click here        

for their new 

BRAVA 

{acrylic yarn}

Just look at those colors. 

You know who they remind me of......

ATTIC 24 - LUCY - LATEST TA-DA

if her latest creation isn't just the bomb. 

So, as expected, into my shopping cart went a few skeins, with my woolie dye-able white. 

I'll keep you posted with my review. 

Also, arriving from SEATTLE.

Would you just look at Aiden.

He is getting so grown up.

I do need to get out that way for a visit soon.

Before, he has not a clue who, Nana Kate is. 

There is a sweet bit of mischief from his mom that I'm spotting in those 2 1/2 year old eyes. 

But, I'm pretty sure he knows me well.

As he sent me a box of cards for Christmas

that say 

HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW?

Don't they just have my name written all over them.

I mean, they are perfect for me. 

OK, it's time for that bowl of oatmeal to start my day. 

Other than the surprise skiff we awoke too. 

Remember, to us a SKIFF is more than an inch but less than two. 

Isn't it great sight to see to start our day on a good note.  

A pleasant, relaxing day to you too.  

And remember, it's one step {bite} at time. 

Just breathe in the moment. 

NOTE :  Here are two links that I found this morning with important information about the direction GOOGLE is taking with BLOGGER and our FRIENDS.

http://woodbridge-va.patch.com/articles/google-changes-will-impact-your-online-privacy-81f50116

http://www.google.com/policies/

Looks like we are all trying to be moved to Google + or a FEED system.  All our FRIENDS will be going away too.  So, it looks like we may some moving and changes to do.  If you are like me, you know how I feel about changes.

ANOTHER UPDATE:  LOOKS LIKE IF YOU ARE ON GOOGLE BLOGSPOT YOUR FOLLOWER LIST MAY BE SAFE FOR NOW.

And Then You Are Gone

OK, I fess.

I've been a bad, Garden Bell.

I know if I keep letting this get away from me

before I know it ......

AND THEN YOU WERE GONE

{pink martini}

So, I'm just popping by to let you know that when out this weekend

have no worries.

My hand will be warm and my fingers free to snap away. 

Thanks, PAMMY SUE for the pattern.

Click on her name and she can send you the link.

And be sure to check out the lastest on 

THE OL's

So, here's the deal.

It's been a tough start back for me in the new year.

So this morning I took a stroll back to see just what I was blogging about last year.

WoW... amazing.... 

I had the same LITTLE CUTIES for breakfast this morning. 

Oh, that's right we have a birthday boy in the house this weekend.

I better get whipping on that CARROT CAKE today.

Oh.......now I get it.

This is what's been missing.

I was DYEING YARN last winter. 

That's what I need to do.

Silly me.  I haven't done this in a while. 

That's it.  I'm off to order up some dye-ing yarn from

KNITPICKS

It will be perfect for my next pair of gloves.

Because, if you can imagine, living here in the Windy City.

Most of us, do have more than one coat or jacket.

And that means we need a scarf, pair of mittens and hat for each. 

There you go.  I'm off to a much better start today.

I can stop feeling all weepy eyed and boo-hoo-ie.

Looks like we have a busy weekend ahead.

My wishes to all of you.

This and That

Today is just a little of 

THIS and THAT 

and trying to keep the day running

SMOOTH

{santana}

Just wanted to give you a peek at where my

SHINING STAR 

stands.

It's coming along nicely, but to be honest the jury is still out.

These rows just keep getting longer and longer. 

Also, that I'm going to take a break from it today before finishing the last 5 rows and border.

I need to whip me up some finger-less gloves as mentioned.

My fingers are getting cold outside when I take pictures.  

I've also been trying out some of the "other" PICNIK options here.

In combination with Photo Shop and BeFunky, I can do some framing again and shadowing

to my pictures.  Do I love?  I think you know the answer to that question.

I have completely made the switch to Google Chrome and all the other issues seem to have gone away.

But, between you and me, I'm doing my research now on moving to WordPress.

I have a real thing about "big brother" taking over and making us use something.

Plus, they are not doing a very good job of advising us of these changes.  

How long did it take for "US" to figure out you need to be on Google Chrome,

 for the whole commenting issues to go away.  

Well, I'm off and running today.

Time to pick up.

But, my goal this week is not to stress the blog stuff.

I'm going to take it one step at a time.

I'm going to make a promise to myself to 

TAKE IT EASY

{eagles}

Now, let's see what pattern I can find before my fingers freeze.