I didn’t get to do much shopping on my recent trip to the Big Apple, but I always try to get to my favorites–McKenzie-Childs and Kate’s Paperie. This time, I ran into a few snags–Kate’s had moved from their old location on 57th Street, and I was too busy to track them down. (Next time.) At M.C., nothing really spoke to me–a rare occurence, since I LOVE this stuff. Alas, there’s always Lee’s Art Supply, another great store, rumored to be frequented by Brad and Angelina and family, and I made an exciting discovery (for me) there–no, not Brad, but a line of paper called Decopatch. The colorful tissue is absolutely beautiful, perfect for mixed media backgrounds and artist trading cards. I’ve been searching the internet for more ever since I got home–and it was harder to find than I would have expected. Find it I did, though–there’s quite a bit on eBay.
Our weather is just plain crazy. The peonies haven’t popped, though the lilacs are lovely, scenting the air. I haven’t even planted my usual deck garden this year–too much rain.
Sadie-beagle has exercise today. At the moment, she’s snoozing in the corner of the kitchen.
It’s a writing day–and since spinning yarns is my favorite thing to do, that’s a big blessing. I’d make soup, but I’m on another diet. Frankly, I’m not sure I can go through that again. What if I just stopped fighting my weight and accepted that I’m not 18 anymore? I wouldn’t mind being this size from now on, but I sure as heck don’t want to get any bigger. 
That’s the dilemma. Also, I miss my nightly glass or two of wine. Sigh.
Conner’s book, “Creed’s Honor”, is out there in the marketplace. Yeehaw! That’s always exciting. And I’m having a fabulous time with the characters in “Big Sky Country”, the work in progress.
That’s the news from my kitchen table. Be well.
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I've been following your blog for years now, and am so glad that I can give responses since you changed the format. When wrangling my weight, I have decided that I was underweight at 30, okay at 40, and am now a "little" plump; however, my good health is more important than a few pounds fewer on my bones.Diet suggestion: embrace salads, enjoy your crock-pot, and have that glass of wine whenever you want one. Perhaps desserts can become the once monthly treat if the wine is more to your cravings.
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Just read the new Creed book last night. LOVED IT!!!! I've been a fan for many many many years and I just can't quit reading and re-reading them. Can't wait for more. An another topic, I've also been reading your blog for about a year and find that no matter what part of the country we're in (I'm near the east coast), there's people out there that share similar issues (the not-to-be-discussed d.i.e.t).
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Just bought "Creed's Honor" today. Can't wait to start reading it.
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Linda! Just finished Creed's Honor! I don't know how you keep cranking out such great books, but I can hardly WAIT for the next one!! I have been collecting your books now from thrift stores or where ever I can find them. I have family on the look out for them and have accumulated quite a rack full. I love to reread as they are just as good the second or third ( or fourth or fifth) time around! Keep that pen flowing!!! God bless!!
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I loved Creed's Honor.I adore your writing.
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Finished "Creed's Honor." Great book – as always! Can't wait for the next one.