Helper Kitten Helps
So there I was, sock and notes and computer all at the ready. It was time to sit down and make the charts and type up the pattern. All I was lacking was a cup of tea. I stepped out to remedy that situation, and upon my return...Levon. I did not have the fortitude to say no to a face like that. Not even a little. So that particular pattern writing session was rather dramatically abbreviated, and kitten belly petting ensued. I think it was by far the best available course of action, don't you?
Collate
This is the view from my office door today. I'm pulling together all the various corrections from all the various editors and putting them into one master document that gets sent off to Zoe, the book designer (translation, it's really really really close to done, but it's still going to be a while before you guys get to see it). On the desk, from right to left we've got: KCC1 (to make sure any conventions established there are carried on here), Heather's notes, The Boy's notes, the notepad with a list of files to update, the coolest keyboard in the [...]
Under No Circumstances
One of the guiding rules that govern our household is 'don't dress the cats.' Yes, the kitten overlords are dedicated naturists. We tried a brief flirtation with collars, but even that ended in failure. So you may be a bit surprised when I show you this picture. Levon was certainly surprised that I interrupted his morning nap to do anything so undignified (you can see his shame). But never fear. That is absolutely positively not a kitten hat (it doesn't really suit him anyways, he prefers something a bit more classically shaped). It is, alas, a toe hat. For you [...]
Sort of
Goal: Grab a picture of a sock to show the blog that you've not totally abandoned knitting. Plan of Action: Toss sock on blocker, set blocker on chair, snap picture. Actual set of Actions: Toss sock on blocker, set blocker on chair, prepare camera. Douglas senses the presence of yarn, leaps immediately into action, and tries desperately to subdue the evil yarn and protect me from its nefarious intention. Snap picture of kitten frolicking instead of sock. Result: Well, you can see the sock. Sort of. A bit. It's not precisely in focus (nor is the kitten for that matter...he's [...]
Declined
Dear Human, After careful consideration, it has been decided that your proposed trip will not be allowed. In your application, you failed to note how this trip would result in increased kitten happiness. You also failed to provide a detailed list of the steps you planned to take to ensure we continued to receive our daily allotment of chin scratches, belly rubs, and ear kisses. You didn't even outline the bribes you would procure to garner our favor upon your return. This inattention to detail is disappointing, and no future travel plans will be approved if you do not take [...]
Ready, Set, Pack
The books come tomorrow. These are some (some I tell you, some...not all, some) of the envelopes destined to bring the books to you. All envelopes are addressed. Many have had postage affixed. I have a feeling the next few days will be something of a blur. Do pardon me if it takes me a day or two to recover. Oh, and Douglas kitten back there in the window...he's one year old today. I'll give him some extra stinky cat food and lots of belly scritches for you.
Why Knitters Have Kittens
It may, at first, seem an unlikely pairing. Kittens are not known for their restraint. They have been found to have an unholy love for yarn, which doesn't end well for either of the parties involved. They are often convinced that laps are meant for them, not for pesky bits of knitting. But they do have some advantages. If you come up the stairs and see this: You can be pretty sure there's some sort of flying critter somewhere up there. Kittens are excellent moth detection systems. Vigilant, diligent, and very very dedicated. The moth has now been snuffed out [...]
Kittens are Punks, Part I
I preface this by saying first, it's my own damn fault. Do keep that in mind as we go along. But, with that in the back of your mind, I posit that kittens are punks. The other day, I was doing something in the basement. I have no idea what at this point. Laundry is most likely, but I don't actually think that was it. Whatever it was, I happened to remember that I had some boxes of easter eggs down there. Now if you know me, this is really rather surprising. I don't celebrate easter. I don't decorate for [...]
Helper Cat, Part III
Douglas apparently didn't want to be left out of the helper cat parade. To this end, he decided to assist me with my mitt blocking. You will never meet a more water-loving cat. He sits on the edge of the tub when we shower, he plays with the faucet when we wash our hands or brush our teeth, and he's in the sink up to his elbows for a splash party every time we fill the sink. Put something (say...knitwear) in there at the same time and it's more or less a Douglas theme park. Which is why my faucet [...]
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