Weekends


Weekends are for memory making, 
relaxing and enjoying quiet moments of our days.  
If you would like, please share your weekend moments 
  in the comment section with a link to your blog. 


My weekend in list form:

Snow snow snow
Adopting books from the public library book sale
Dinner out with my husband
Walks in the neighborhood
Spying deer prints
Seeing a deer rest at the edge of my woods until mid morning
Nearing the end of two knitting projects
Hoping there is enough yarn for the socks!


Enjoying a peaceful Sunday afternoon 


How was your weekend?






Comments

  1. AnkeJanuary 25, 2015 at 1:10 PM

    I love our library's book sale! We have "adopted" lots and lots of books from there. Worst case scenario, we don't care for the book and donate it right back. :-) I know you like your snow, but I am so glad we only got a dusting Friday night. Things shut down here when we get snow... Enjoy your Sunday!

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:46 AM

      I will be donating the HP book, I already own a copy! I wish I could keep tabs of every single book but I have troubles.

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  2. MonicaJanuary 25, 2015 at 1:11 PM

    Dinner with hubby, deep cleaned 2 rooms, finished a book! Pretty nice weekend really.
    Can't wait to see your knitting projects.

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  3. LindaJanuary 25, 2015 at 1:16 PM

    Did some cleaning. Did a lot of reading. Out to the bulk grocery store and Walmart and then dinner!
    To the grocery store today (instead of tomorrow) as we are due to get some snow.
    Talking to my sister on the phone about knitting...which is always fun!

    Linda in VA

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  4. mamasmercantileJanuary 25, 2015 at 1:27 PM

    I love a book sale, not so keen on the snow, it seems to cause havoc with transport here in the UK. I am still working on my picnic throw and planning my garden. Have a great week.

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  5. Caffeine GirlJanuary 25, 2015 at 1:46 PM

    Sounds like a lovely weekend. Mine was busy, busy, busy so I'm hoping next weekend will be calmer.

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  6. stephJanuary 25, 2015 at 2:53 PM

    it was our weekend for the library used book sale, too!!!! you did much better than I did (I was with a friend who flew through the tables....and then just sort of followed me around.....i finally gave up). only grabbed a couple and really not sure I wanted any of them. :( (I got Mrs. Dalloway at the LAST sale!!!!)

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:46 AM

      This one was pretty decent, the last one I did not buy much.

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  7. azwoolgirlJanuary 25, 2015 at 4:12 PM

    Beautiful photos Karen and what a great stack of books you have! I must find a copy of Mrs. Dalloway !!!

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  8. Amy at love made my homeJanuary 25, 2015 at 4:23 PM

    Not a lot here! Boring really.... Oh well. Hope you had a good one! xx

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  9. kathy bJanuary 25, 2015 at 5:07 PM

    Spent the weekend in the sick bay of my house. I put myself in my daughters old bedroom to keep away from the rest of the house. I don't want them to get sick. Its just a cold, but such a nuisance.
    Ive been listening to podcasts and knitting between napping !
    We have a dusting of snow.

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  10. Lisa UotinenJanuary 25, 2015 at 5:28 PM

    SO lovely! Public library book sales are the best.

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  11. fjord girlJanuary 25, 2015 at 6:29 PM

    Cool animal tracks! Yay for snow Karen, I know how much you wanted this- happy for you. Never can have too many books.
    Enjoy your week!

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  12. Tracey ~ CloverJanuary 25, 2015 at 6:43 PM

    Well this settles it, I'm coming for a visit! You need help with the wedding right ;) ?

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:47 AM

      I'll make up the guest room! Yes to helping with the wedding as well :)

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  13. Kathleen Shaw January 25, 2015 at 8:39 PM

    Adopting books! Yay! I know, I know I shouldn't encourage it right? I am forever adopting books but don't they make your home so cozy. We didn't get any snow this weekend but as I type we are supposed to get 3-6 inches over the next 2 days. Happy Sunday Night!

    http://throughourgardengate.blogspot.com/2015/01/weekends_25.html

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  14. DiannaJanuary 25, 2015 at 8:40 PM

    Hello Karen! I imagine you will be enjoying more snow over the next day or so? Isn't it beautiful. We are currently getting a wintry mix...but there is promise of snow!

    I spent my weekend enjoying and celebrating life...with a good book. ;)

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  15. ImeneJanuary 25, 2015 at 9:39 PM

    The snow is heading our way and I am so glad to be locked up inside with books and yarn. Your weekend sounds just lovely!

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  16. Judy S.January 25, 2015 at 11:17 PM

    Looks like you scored at the library sale! We spent the morning singing in our choir and then sorting and labeling music. Also finished the smocked jumper. We were going to go over to see the GK but they have the stomach flu......No snow here, just rain.

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:49 AM

      stay away from the stomach flu, not fun at all, I hope they feel better

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  17. TahneeJanuary 26, 2015 at 3:16 AM

    That snow looks so pretty! My weekend was pretty similar. We finally had some snow, so it was a combination of frolicking in the snow and knitting.

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  18. JanetJanuary 26, 2015 at 8:11 AM

    Love your photos. We had snow this weekend, just enough to be pretty but not slow things down.

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  19. ericaJanuary 26, 2015 at 8:21 AM

    I love the deer prints !!! It must be turning into a real winter wonderland around you... perfect setting for knitting and reading.all your new adoptees. We had a lovely bonding weekend together... busy but lovely because everyone was in such great moods.

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  20. margeneJanuary 26, 2015 at 8:39 AM

    Your weekend sounds so relaxed and lovely. We'd love a little snow, but it is not to be this year!
    We celebrated a milestone this weekend 35 years! My husband is a saint. :) The weather was unseasonable, too. Very warm, sunny and beautiful.

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:49 AM

      happy anniversary! I hope you have many more years ahead with just as much happiness.

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  21. DebbieJanuary 26, 2015 at 9:55 AM

    Our weekend weather was sunny & in the 40's on Sat. and rainy all day yesterday. I wouldn't mind some snow this winter! I spent a good part of the weekend making soup for a "Soup Supper" fund raiser for our local Catholic Worker house that provides a home to women & their children who would otherwise be homeless. Hope you have a great week!

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:50 AM

      I know that soup will be appreciated. I hope you have a lovely week as well :)

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  22. AmandaJanuary 26, 2015 at 4:03 PM

    Great book collection! I am curious to know what you think of Peach Keeper. Happy weekend!

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  23. Project TaraJanuary 26, 2015 at 4:36 PM

    Well didn't you score some lovely finds at the library sale! Happy reading, knitting and hiking!

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  24. Kim January 26, 2015 at 4:54 PM

    Just lovely! I loved the Peach Keeper, enjoy it :)

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  25. elnsJanuary 26, 2015 at 7:54 PM

    Wow what a fantastic weekend! I love your adopted books. I love that you read and like so many different things. deer prints in the snow, right?

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  26. flyingjenJanuary 26, 2015 at 9:44 PM

    So many books. So little time.

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  27. UnknownJanuary 27, 2015 at 4:15 AM

    Taking my lead from you:

    Worrying about a leak I discovered in the kitchen yesterday
    Hoping the washing machine will work when the leak is fixed
    Finishing a cowl project
    Spring cleaning the kitchen (don't want to horrify the plumber!)
    Lace knitting with beads
    Slow cooking lamb
    Watching the first new episode of Mr Selfridge

    Wishing you a joyful week :)

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:51 AM

      hope your leak is fixed by now. I clean before workers come into the house as well.

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  28. UnknownJanuary 27, 2015 at 10:14 AM

    This past weekend was a quiet one...
    Soaking/blocking my Noble Cowl
    Working on (knitting) a hat for my grandson (another pattern suggestion from you)
    Dismantling and washing my thrifted wool clothes items for my upcoming wool quilting projects
    Rest/Relaxation

    Have a great week!! God bless!

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    1. karenJanuary 27, 2015 at 11:51 AM

      yay for finishing the noble cowl and my you are getting lots done!

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  29. Lady CordeliaJanuary 27, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    Loving all your wonderland photos, here and on Instagram!
    Hope all is well, Karen.
    XO

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  30. summerJanuary 28, 2015 at 3:13 AM

    The World of Pooh. That sounds like a fun book! Those deer prints are so neat! Oh how I wish we were getting a little bit of snow.
    http://summerplayshouse.com/2015/01/27/weekending-93/

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