Another Runner Almost Finished

 Yesterday was sunny and warm with a high of 27C (no humidex). This morning it is clear with some light fog. Today is supposed to be sunny with a high of 27C (humidex 31C). 

Lifestyle

I made this version of chicken chow mein yesterday morning. It was fairly easy to make but did take some time getting everything prepped before cooking it. I made my own Mu Shoo spice blend by mixing .5 tbsp of ginger and .5 tbsp of garlic powder. I haven't eaten it but the taste test was good. The next time I would prep more vegetables (2 carrots and 3 mini bok choy) and add a bit more water to the sauce. I cooked half of the noodles and it made 3 meals. I found that Chef's Plate had more rice/noodles than you needed and was told this is the same for Hello Fresh. 

I did some cleaning in the kitchen and got all the dishes I used washed. I have noticed that the house is dusty again due to the dry weather. My car (as has everyone else's) has a layer of dust on it. I will be back to cleaning the house once again to get rid of the dust. 

I was over to my friend's new apartment to pick her up to take her to dinner at family's. Her apartment is lovely and bright. She has got some boxes unpacked but not a lot as they moved the last of her belongings in yesterday morning. She was exhausted so I am glad that I was driving her to and from dinner. 

Sewing

I sewed on the last runner yesterday afternoon. I am almost done it and am deciding if I want to add one or two more rows to it. 

I will cut the binding first and then decide. I still have some of the fabric left and have a couple of projects in mind of which I will have to make one of them. 

Knitting

The first thing I did yesterday afternoon was try the sweater I made quite a while ago onto the doll. 

I had knit this one on larger needles and the tension was correct and the fit is perfect. The bonus -- the dark colour matches the print in the outfit Kit is wearing. 

I also knit on the socks last night and have the toe done on sock one. It is ready to have the toe closed. 

I probably should have put the black stripe closer to the foot but I like it where it is. 

Thoughts

    There are 11 wildfires burning in our province. Most are caused by lightening strikes. The one down the valley has grown from just over 400 hectares to just over 800 hectares. The county has declared a state of emergency at this time. The Maritimes are tinder dry and the provinces are fighting wildfires. The only thing that is good is the cool mornings we are having and the huge amount of dew that is on everything. Also there is virtually no wind at night which is another good thing. 

    Looking at my friend's apartment has made me realize how much stuff I will have to do when I decide to move out of this house. It isn't just about decluttering it is about how will I do some of the things I want to do in a smaller place. I keep thinking about this as I continue to declutter and purge in this house. 

Today

I am going to do the balance sheet first and then some cleaning in the living room. This afternoon I want to finish the last runner, cut the binding, and decide on what I want to do with the remaining fabric. I have to wind yarn for the next pair of socks I want to make. I hope to finish the socks I am working on tonight. 

Until the next time.........................................................