From My So-Called Knitting Basket

I knit this hat last fall using some extras from my stash. It didn't really fit either girl (and it wasn't pink) so I threw it in my knitting basket and forgot it. Looks like we finally have someone to wear it...and sooner than we thought.

Why is it that September 1st just feels like fall? Could summer really be over? I'm ok with that.

I have been spending a lot of time in front of the computer lately. Researching activities for the girls, recipes, knitting patterns, homeschool philosophies, blogs and more blogs.

Sometimes when things get this way, and my eyes are crossing from looking at the screen too long, I feel a need to simplify. Pen and paper. Knitting needles. Books. Libraries. Taking a walk instead of worrying about dance vs. gymnastics vs. art class.

One thing I have been reading more about is Montessori. Since moving in we haven't really taken the time to try and create spaces for the kids...something integral to the Montessori philosophy. Renting has a way of making you say, "Why Bother?" So while we won't create the ideal environment I will be spending some time making a few modifications.

And we will be taking more walks, bike rides and trips to the library.

We'll be back soon. I can never stay away for long.