Everything is quite all right!

My Maple Leafs ended a 19 year chrse and managed to make it to the 2nd round of the playoffs. Quite a few people on various social media sites still downplayed that achievement! I honestly cannot understand why.I don't know if any other die hard fans felt the same way but, it was an emotional experience for me. I can't really explain why. I guess I had just come to expect an early defeat. So, I will say what I say every year. Maybe next season. And I will continue to enjoy the game! During the playoffs I knit a few sweaters! The first was a test knit sponsored by Eweknit It was later released as Julieta Pullover I made my version longer than required because 1, that is my preference and 2, I had the available materials!

I had not blocked it prior to the photos being taken so, please excuse the wrinkles. It was a fun knit that remained interesting during the fair isle pattern change and the steady stockinette knit help me concentrate on the hockey! Another sweater I enjoyed knotting during the play-offs was The Corrie Sweater

I just really love cables! It is a perfect fit and remain interesting throughout the process. Lastly, I tried something new with a bulky wool and a sweater called Beginners Boatneck Jumper

It truly is a very quick knit! I also began painting a little more often. Here are a few of my paintings:

Not all winners but fun nonetheless. I like trying to figure out new ways to paint skies and clouds. Harley and Jackie are inseparable. One is never far from the other!

Believe it or not, Jackie just turned 9! Harley is not yet a year! Jackie has gone from the big spoon and pillow to little spoon and cuddle bug. Once in a while, Harley tries her luck with Rorschach!

They've arrived at a mutual understanding where Harley keeps her paws to herself and Rorschach does pretty much what he pleases. Lastly, I'll leave you with a little video of our daily hummingbird visitor. I hope you enjoy it as much as I!