And just like that, January has morphed into February. Looking back on the month, there are still items to be blogged…some will be their own posts in the near future…for other things, I think that participating in the “What I’m Into” link-up hosted by Leigh Kramer is a way to capture moments of the month.
- Reading…I mentioned several reads earlier this month in my first twitterature review. Since then, I’ve finished two more reads (The Noticer by Andy Andrews & Lost in a Good Book by Jasper Fforde)…I’ll share thoughts on them later.
- Watching…like many, I’m enjoying the return of SHERLOCK. Another new show I’m enjoying is “Intelligence.” I’m most of the way through the first season of Friday Night Lights on Netflix. A bit of a “movie marathon” while a friend was in town including the most recent “Much Ado About Nothing,” “The Internship,” “Enough Said,” “Love Actually” (always a favorite), and “American Hustle” and a late lunch at Movie Tavern.
- Cooking…the baked oatmeal recipe I discovered at Thanksgiving continues to be a favorite breakfast – in addition to a cranberry batch, I made a blueberry-blackberry-pecan version that has been delicious! Cold winter calls for comfort foods – for my New Year’s Pork & Sauerkraut, I found a Dutch oven recipe that I modified – the Cider Carmelized Sauerkraut is a keeper. I made a big pot of Mom’s Italian Squash Soup. My”go to” Brussels Sprout Hash is a quick (& frequent) fix that is great for packing for weekday lunches. I’m gearing up to do my second Whole30, so I’m planning out my menu & will share recipes while doing it.
Hanging Hankies
- Crafting…the knitting needles have been busy. In addition to finishing my afghan, I also finished a simple Shawlette for me & started replenishing the dishcloth stash. One Saturday afternoon, I made art for above my bed using some vintage hankies from my collection mounted on scrapbook paper & framed in 12×12 frames.
- Browsing…while reading lots online, here are a few favorites from the month: a thoughtful read on why Atlanta was so crippled by this week’s winter storm; a fun Aaron Rodger’s video that spotlights a Milwaukee program for at risk girls; a reminder about the pleasure of reading.
Tea @ Tilly Mint’s
- Enjoying…hosting a dear friend for a long girls weekend (afternoon tea at Tilly Mint’s Tea Room, a day in Lancaster Co., outlet shopping, movies, talking, hanging out and more) – such a wonderful weekend of R&R and friendship!
- Trying…a new church and enjoying it. Maybe I’ve finally found one to call home here?
- Planning…blog posts (& maybe a redesign?)…spare room organization…Spring break…summer vacations…maybe a winter Olympic knitting adventure?
And now, a new month and new things to be into…what about you? What are you into these days?
February 2, 2014 at 11:00 pm
I have such fond memories of the first Ravelympics! Maybe they can’t even call they that anymore…? I don’t have a knitting project going currently, but I may need to cast on something in honor of the Winter Games.
February 3, 2014 at 2:08 pm
Your description of cookies gives me a sweet tooth :). I’ve been trying to read, be off my phone, and engage my 3yo in wanting to learn something rather than just sit in front of the TV or iPad all day…
February 6, 2014 at 9:37 pm
I finished 2 seasons of Friday Night Lights, then put it on hold to watch Veronica Mars. I have no idea why I didn’t watch either while they originally aired! Glad you’ve found a potentially good church home.
Thanks for linking up with What I’m Into!