Monthly Archives: May 2014

Gift #634: Gates of Dawn, or Wind in the Willows Part 3

Posted on May 31, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today our third clue in the Wind in the Willows knit-a-long was released, and I started reading Chapter 7 of The Wind in the Willow, The Piper at the Gates of Dawn.  I’ve been anticipating this chapter with great excitement … Continue reading →

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Gift #633: Rachel Carson

Posted on May 28, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

“The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.” Happy Birthday to one of my heroes, Rachel Carson!  I didn’t know much about … Continue reading →

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Gift #632: Green

Posted on May 27, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

“Green is the prime color of the world, and that from which its loveliness arises.”  — Pedro Calderon de la Barsca “When the green woods laugh with the voice of joy, and the dimpling stream runs laughing by; When the … Continue reading →

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Gift #631: Climbing Vines Pullover

Posted on May 26, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today I thought I’d introduce you to the reason why I’ve not blogged in a few days – the climbing vine pullover. My story with this pattern goes back a long way.  Last fall a friend from knit group was … Continue reading →

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Gift #630: Common things, or Wind in the Willows part 2

Posted on May 24, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

This week at work I’ve been training a couple of new hires.  I work at a research lab as a biologist and have been teaching them to maintain cells in culture, plan experiments, and learn some other lab skills.  It’s … Continue reading →

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Gift #629: Bird art

Posted on May 21, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

When I was in Nashville one of the stores I visited had these beautiful wall art pieces on display.  I’m a fan of this artist’s work – her name is Melody Ross.  I actually was first introduced to her through … Continue reading →

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Gift #628: Flower trip

Posted on May 20, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

So after writing my title, I felt the need to clarify – this post is about visiting nurseries for garden plants, not a 70s-inspired hallucinogenic experience.  For the latter, you’ll need to find another blog.  I’m all about gardens and … Continue reading →

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Gift #627: Trip to Nashville

Posted on May 19, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

Yesterday my mom and I took a day trip to Nashville, IN.  This has been one of our favorite places to go for the beautiful scenery, numerous home decor and garden stores, two stamping stores, a yarn store, and a … Continue reading →

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Gift #626: New Knit-a-long

Posted on May 17, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

Unique Sheep started their next knit-a-long today!  I’ve been excitedly waiting to share it with you all and eager to get started.  We’ve had to wait since end of February, but that was ok because I was still working on … Continue reading →

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Gift #625: Garden Arrangements

Posted on May 15, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

We’ve had rain for the last several days, so I’ve been contenting myself with looking at the pictures of spring that I’ve taken so far since walks are a bit out of the question right now.   A few weekends ago … Continue reading →

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