I haven’t been doing a lot beyond work. I did not finish the second Icelandic sweater. I need to combine the pieces and do the yoke but wasn’t motivated. I love the one I did finish and have worn it a lot this winter. I have a pair of socks going but that’s about it.

My cat had to have three teeth pulled. She’s recovered okay. Loretta is really starting to fail. I am trying to give her as many good days as I can. She still has a good appetite and manages to save her strength for our trips to the woods. Jake has slowed down this year a bit. He is the same silly dog. They really keep me busy and give me something to take care of.

I’ve had to update my electronics due to some changes at work. I bought a Lenovo Idea Pad which I think is the second computer I’ve bought new. I like it. It’s small and I will need a second monitor for work. It should last me for awhile Also have discovered TWSBI fountain pens. I hadn’t bought any pen and ink in a long time, so it’s just a fun thing for me. The TWSBI 700 vac in Iris, extra fine nib, is my favorite. I bought Noodler’s ink in Black and Anti-feathering Blue. I have some samples to play around with too. The black ink even works on Moleskine paper.

Then I upgraded my pressure canner to a small All American. Bought a Vita-mix. I’ve wanted one for decades. Still trying to figure out the best way to use it. I have a dehydrator and plan to start putting up some food this year. I have a few Grow Bags in the back yard, for the fingerling potatoes left from last year. It’s not much but it’s fun to play around with. I am still trying to settle up here and move to a new place. It has been a long, frustrating time. I just have to be patient. For now, I just keep working and wait to see what happens.