Ava Max

 So, last year (was that really less then a week ago?) I discovered Ava Max. Since I was on a time crunch, I never got around to sharing her awesomeness.  I dare you to not sing along.

Here's her Bio: Amanda Ava Koci (born Amanda Koci; b. 1994), known professionally as Ava Max, is an American singer and songwriter. After moving across several states to pursue a music career during her childhood, Max signed with Atlantic Records in 2016, where she released the song "Sweet but Psycho" in August 2018. It became her breakthrough single after peaking at number one in 22 countries, including the United Kingdom, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Sweden, and New Zealand. The song also peaked at number two in Australia, and number 10 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Max released her debut studio album Heaven & Hell on September 18, 2020. 

And here are my faves:

Kings and Queens

Who's Laughing Now?

Salt

I hope you're dancing right now. If you have a different fave, feel free to leave a comment below.

100th post / Goodbye 2020

 Hi Everybody! I originally planned this post to be a goodbye letter to 2020 but that letter got depressing fast. Giving that up, I decide to wing it. 

I think it would be a understatement to say that we will never forget this year and I can honestly say that I will be happy to bid this year adieu. 2020 has been a strange mixture of joy, pain, and paranoia. I've lost a loved one to Covid. I've learned new things and taught the young ones the old. I've laughed, I've cried. I've walked I don't know how many miles and danced to I don't know how many songs. I've read a good many books and sang to keep my grief at bay. 

I don't know what 2021 will hold. But, with the help of my faith and family, I know I will get through it. And on that note, I will end this post with the song that has helped me through 2020. Wishing you a happy New Year!

99th post!

 I will be honest and tell you that I never thought I would get to this post. There were many times that I almost gave up posting here on this blog. 

I had something else planned but my time was hijacked and I am lacking the time to do that. So, I will keep this brief.

If you are fond of The Nutcracker, I advise you to check out The Enchanted Sonata by Heather Dixon Wallwork. It is a delightful blend of that Christmas classic and The Pied Piper of Hamlin. I read a section aloud to my little brothers and they loved it. 

 As always, feel free to leave a comment below.

Snow, Snow, Snow!!!!!

 We are getting a lovely dusting outside right now. Makes one think of powdered sugar that has been dusted over everything. I want to curl up under a blanket with a cup of hot cocoa. 

In other news, I found the missing books that go to several series. I hate incomplete series. They make me antsy for some reason and I find myself obsessing over it. Very unhealthy.

Any way, feel free to leave a message below.

North and South and Knitting

 I made it! Below are some pics of the hat I knitted for my Aunt's client. I hope you like it.

While working on this beauty, I was listening to the audiobook of North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell. That is one of my favorite books. Let me know below what you think of the hat.

It's Cold Outside!

 At this point, you're all "No kidding, Sherlock". What I mean is that we actually got snow on the ground the other day. Granted, it didn't last long but there was SNOW. I love snow (despite that whole frostbite potential) and the first snowfall always gets me a little giddy. It makes me want to spin around with my tongue out (Did you know that the obsolete spelling for that is tounge?).

My Aunt recently asked me to knit one of her clients a hat, so that is what I'm working on right now. I will post pics when I finish. So, Til next week. As always feel free to leave a comment below.

Being Thankful

 This year has given me a lot to be thankful for. I guess I can sum up how I feel be saying that I'm simply happy  and thankful I'm alive. Hope you all stay safe and enjoy your day. As always, feel free to comment below and tell me what you're thankful for.