Shownotes can be found on our blog at cogknitivepodcast.blogspot.com and also on our group on Ravelry.
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Episode 175: Too Many Things at a Time!
This episode will upload March 30, 2024
Comments are welcomed! Either comment here or go to our group on Ravelry.
I have a YouTube channel "Doctor Gemma". Flash tips (1 minute or less) around surviving the pandemic and longer strategy discussions.
Buy Dr Gemma a Ko-Fi, if you're enjoying the podcast and feeling up to it. Remember that I am still working, though, so feel free to give the money to a charity instead.
I will NOT add you to any of my follower groups currently, due to robo-accounts. Please follow me here. You can contact me through our group on Ravelry or on this blog.
Warm Thanks :
Sustainablelivin and yonettieyo—general support on my strategies on overthinking
Gigi Knitmore— I may fast, but I don’t fast as successfully as people observing Ramadan! And I wish them all health and blessings because I think it’s a very worthwhile experience spiritually. I am honored by your blessing.
Cogknitive Fiber Retreat 10 (2024): ALL INFO IS RIGHT HERE! It's the info thread on Ravelry.
What's On My Hooks and Needles:
Finished:
Well, no…
In Progress:
Stash toss 2024 (13 in versus 33 out)
5th CFR23 Sock Yarn Cowl: frankly, this addiction is a bit embarrassing…6” out of 8”
Vestuary24: on to the back!
Deep Stash Dive 2 socks — Past the heel!
Reclaiming yarn:
Dizzy Blondes:
Still working on more merino from morrobayfleeceworks.com
3rd bobbin (sigh), but no progress
A fuzz ball of Minerva daily continues: 1 per day
Now working on gorgeous alpaca mix fluff from Dani!
Strategy: Overthinking: one thing at a time. Prioritize and schedule.
AW shoot!: cycling along at 25 mins/day on my bike/desk ("FitDesk") 220 miles since late November.
Fluffy Books: docudrama on Netflix about Alexander the Great
Something I Really Like:
Udon-cat pose—feline yoga
Put a Lid on It:
Tea tastings: sweetener free! It tastes EXACTLY the same without Swerve.
Blather:
He’s 18. We did the silly string battle, and he OUTSMARTED us!
Happy 21st anniversary of my LA marathon!
Weight loss and fasting
Digital cleaning: scanning and shredding more outdated files
Project G: back on the rails again.
Daily House projects:
Making 2.5" strips from leftover fabrics for future quilting projects DONE! Fat quarters still on hold
Developing improved walkway in front yard with cedar planking and solar lights- 4th strip and a lotta pins to go, lights coming. Nothing new here, except weeds.
Pupdate-- Captain and Queenie--doing fine
Greenfingers report: winter garden, dreaming--ZZZZZZZ
Community Resources:
Books I’ve Used: A Knit/Crochet Library on the Ravelry group for CogKnitive
My Favorite Resources to Buy: The entire list can be found right here.
Skills and techniques list : links
Calendar:
Yarnopoly and Second Saturday Stitchers—look them up on Facebook! meet-ups on the 2nd Saturday of each month (usually)
Sit and Stitch group: 9-noon, 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at Joanne Darcy Library in Canyon Country
SCV Free Craft exchange: Find them on Facebook. March 24 at 9:30 AM Bouquet Canyon Park, bring a table
CFR10—Courtyard by Marriott, Valencia on Sept 28, 2024. Information
Romjul: Dec 21--Jan 1, 2024-25
And Minerva gets the last word: help out around the house.
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Episode 174: Changing
Shownotes can be found on our blog at cogknitivepodcast.blogspot.com and also on our group on Ravelry.
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Episode 174: Changing
This episode will upload March 23, 2024
Comments are welcomed! Either comment here or go to our group on Ravelry.
I have a YouTube channel "Doctor Gemma". Flash tips (1 minute or less) around surviving the pandemic and longer strategy discussions.
Buy Dr Gemma a Ko-Fi, if you're enjoying the podcast and feeling up to it. Remember that I am still working, though, so feel free to give the money to a charity instead.
I will NOT add you to any of my follower groups currently, due to robo-accounts. Please follow me here. You can contact me through our group on Ravelry or on this blog.
Warm Thanks :
Lynn Messina (yes, the author)—Who graciously sent me a very charming email in response to my note of Fangirl appreciation on her website.
Cogknitive Fiber Retreat 10 (2024): ALL INFO IS RIGHT HERE! It's the info thread on Ravelry.
What's On My Hooks and Needles:
In Progress:
Stash toss 2024 (11 in versus 33 out)
5th CFR23 Sock Yarn Cowl: frankly, this addiction is a bit embarrassing…5” out of 8”
Vestuary24: drowning in the stockinette
Deep Stash Dive 2 socks — working my way down the leg, at least one pattern repeat of four rows per day.
Dizzy Blondes:
Still working on more merino from morrobayfleeceworks.com
3rd bobbin (sigh), but no progress
A fuzz ball of Minerva daily continues: 1 per day
Now working on gorgeous alpaca mix fluff from Dani!
Strategy: Overthinking: accept that everything—your mood, your situations—changes
AW shoot!: cycling along at 25 mins/day on my bike/desk ("FitDesk") 195 miles since late November, heartbeat changes
Fluffy Books: docudrama on Netflix about Alexander the Great
Damsel on Netflix—Millie Bobby Brown in another male-oriented fantasy about tough girls
Very strong flavors of clove and cinnamon. Robust and pleasant.
Blather:
Weight loss and fasting
Digital cleaning: scanning of family records from my shredding project.
Daily House projects:
Making 2.5" strips from leftover fabrics for future quilting projects
Developing improved walkway in front yard with cedar planking and solar lights- 4th strip and a lotta pins to go, lights coming
Ring repairs:
Pupdate-- Captain and Queenie--doing fine
Greenfingers report: winter garden, dreaming--ZZZZZZZ
Community Resources:
Books I’ve Used: A Knit/Crochet Library on the Ravelry group for CogKnitive
My Favorite Resources to Buy: The entire list can be found right here.
Skills and techniques list : links
Calendar:
Yarnopoly and Second Saturday Stitchers—look them up on Facebook! meet-ups on the 2nd Saturday of each month (usually)
Sit and Stitch group: 9-noon, 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at Joanne Darcy Library in Canyon Country
SCV Free Craft exchange: Find them on Facebook. March 24 at 9:30 AM Bouquet Canyon Park, bring a table
CFR10—Courtyard by Marriott, Valencia on Sept 28, 2024. Information
Romjul: Dec 21--Jan 1, 2024-25
Saturday, March 16, 2024
Monday, March 11, 2024
Episode 173: Election Week
This episode will upload March 16, 2024
Comments are welcomed! Either comment here or go to our group on Ravelry.
I have a YouTube channel "Doctor Gemma". Flash tips (1 minute or less) around surviving the pandemic and longer strategy discussions.
Buy Dr Gemma a Ko-Fi, if you're enjoying the podcast and feeling up to it. Remember that I am still working, though, so feel free to give the money to a charity instead.
I will NOT add you to any of my follower groups currently, due to robo-accounts. Please follow me here. You can contact me through our group on Ravelry or on this blog.
Warm Thanks :
Chrissaah—“just do the next right thing” and “under thinking”
Yonettieyo—welcome! Apparently, the strategy around dopamine addiction was better than I realized…
Cogknitive Fiber Retreat 10 (2024): ALL INFO IS RIGHT HERE! It's the info thread on Ravelry.
What's On My Hooks and Needles:
Finished: nope.
In Progress:
Stash toss 2024 (11 in versus 26 out)
5th CFR23 Sock Yarn Cowl: frankly, this addiction is a bit embarrassing…4” out of 8”
Stash Dive I socks (2010):
Vestuary24: drowning in the stockinette
Deep Stash Dive 2 socks —in the ribbing of sock #2.
Dizzy Blondes:
Still working on more merino from morrobayfleeceworks.com
3rd bobbin (sigh), but no progress
A fuzz ball of Minerva daily continues: 1 per day
Now working on gorgeous alpaca mix fluff from Dani!
Strategy: Overthinking: practice pushing away the thoughts. Yep, meditate.
AW shoot!: cycling along at 25 mins/day on my bike/desk ("FitDesk") 170 miles since late November
Fluffy Books: docudrama on Netflix about Alexander the Great
Lynn Messina—A Murderous Tryst
A very strong almond fragrance and flavor. The background flavors taste strongly similar to a black tea chai. Very likable and very suitable for a morning in the early spring here in the mountains.
Blather:
Voting the ISB way.
Finishing the Hero's Journal: Saved several thousand dollars and am biking 25 mins/day for over 170 miles. It has been terrific.
Working on some writing projects. A chapter this weekend. Stay tuned.
Digital cleaning: the major backing up is finished! On to some scanning of family records from my shredding project.
Daily House projects:
Making 2.5" strips from leftover fabrics for future quilting projects
Developing improved walkway in front yard with cedar planking and solar lights- 4th strip and a lotta pins to go, lights coming
Garage camera--not yet
Pupdate-- Captain and Queenie--doing fine
Greenfingers report: winter garden, dreaming--ZZZZZZZ
Community Resources:
Books I’ve Used: A Knit/Crochet Library on the Ravelry group for CogKnitive
My Favorite Resources to Buy: The entire list can be found right here.
Skills and techniques list : links
Calendar:
Yarnopoly and Second Saturday Stitchers—look them up on Facebook! meet-ups on the 2nd Saturday of each month (usually)
Sit and Stitch group: 9-noon, 2nd and 4 th Saturday of the month at Joanne Darcy Library in Canyon Country
CFR10—Courtyard by Marriott, Valencia on Sept 28, 2024. Information
Romjul: Dec 21--Jan 1, 2024-25
And Minerva gets the last word: the Worcester Public Library campaign-donate a pic on FB or email at
Saturday, March 9, 2024
Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Episode 172: My Rainy Weekend
This episode will upload March 9, 2024
Comments are welcomed! Either comment here or go to our group on Ravelry.
I have a YouTube channel "Doctor Gemma". Flash tips (1 minute or less) around surviving the pandemic and longer strategy discussions.
Buy Dr Gemma a Ko-Fi, if you're enjoying the podcast and feeling up to it. Remember that I am still working, though, so feel free to give the money to a charity instead.
I will NOT add you to any of my follower groups currently, due to robo-accounts. Please follow me here. You can contact me through our group on Ravelry or on this blog.
Warm Thanks :
Meadowlarkknits for a generous Stanley-mug’s worth of ko -fi! Thanks, Jennifer!
StephieJo- for adding a new technique that improves the afterthought heel: Toe-Up, Forethought Heel Sock Template.
Cogknitive Fiber Retreat 10 (2024): ALL INFO IS RIGHT HERE! It's the info thread on Ravelry.
What's On My Hooks and Needles:
Finished:
Deep Stash Dive 2 socks First sock
In Progress:
5th CFR23 Sock Yarn Cowl: still going!
Stash Dive I socks (2010):
Vestuary24: pushing through the stockinette
Deep Stash Dive 2 socks —into the ribbing on sock 2.
Dizzy Blondes:
Still working on more merino from morrobayfleeceworks.com
3rd bobbin (sigh), but no progress
Now working on gorgeous alpaca mix fluff from Dani!
Resource links:
Books I’ve Used: A Knit/Crochet Library on the Ravelry group for CogKnitive
My Favorite Resources to Buy: The entire list can be found right here.
Yarns skills and techniques links.
Strategy: Overthinking: Calm your mind by calming your body--go into Nature
AW shoot!: cycling along at 25 mins/day on my bike/desk ("FitDesk")
Fluffy Books: docudrama on Netflix about Alexander the Great
The newest Verity Lark by Lynn Messina
Nightmare Before Christmas collection by Tanis Gray
Ingredients: Green Rooibos, Apple Pieces, Rose Petals, Cherimoya Essence.
Blather:
Daily House projects:
Making 2.5" strips from leftover fabrics for future quilting projects—all the fabric from last year’s skirt making is done! Now doing leftovers from the 90’s.
Developing improved walkway in front yard with cedar planking and solar lights- 4th strip and a lotta pins to go, lights coming, whapping in pegs
Garage camera--not yet
Spring cleaning—technology and shredding from garage boxes (ie more Project G)
Pupdate-- Captain and Queenie--doing fine
Calendar:
Yarnopoly and Second Saturday Stitchers—look them up on Facebook! meet-ups on the 2nd Saturday of each month (usually)
Sit and Stitch group: 10-noon, 2nd and 4 th Saturday of the month at Joanne Darcy Library in Canyon Country.
CFR10—Courtyard by Marriott, Valencia on Sept 28, 2024. Information
Romjul: Dec 21--Jan 1, 2024-25
And Minerva gets the last word: when in doubt, hire a contractor!
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