Tuesday, July 3, 2012

headed out west

Tomorrow morning we head out west to spend the summer with my family. A little town in the mountains of South-Eastern British Columbia, where my parents, grandma, and three of my siblings live. We're looking forward to sunny days playing outside, long hikes in the mountains, swimming in the lake, and visits with family. My husband and I are also taking a little side trip to Portland, Oregon. He has to go for work, and I get a few days on my own. I'm really looking forward to exploring yarn shops, books stores, and whatever else takes my fancy.

I'm not sure how much I'll be able to post here, but I'll try to share a photo now and then, so you can see how much fun we're having!

I also thought I would host a little give-away, to share the fun with you. I'll pick up some little souvenirs while we're in BC, so the give-away will be a surprise. If you'd like to join in, just leave a comment here. An email address helps a lot too (in my last give-away, 2 winners never got their prize because I couldn't get in contact with them). I'll choose the winner (or winners) at the end of July.

I hope you all have a beautiful summer full of adventures, and maybe just a little knitting!
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29 comments:

  1. CatieJuly 3, 2012 at 1:57 p.m.

    I hope BC starts to have some nicer weather (or at least less wet weather) for your arrival.

    catiephillips AT gmail DOT com

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  2. AnonymousJuly 3, 2012 at 1:58 p.m.

    Sounds like lovely summer plans and lovely memories for your children too. (jenny dot harrow at gmail dot com)

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  3. KarineJuly 3, 2012 at 2:16 p.m.

    BC sounds like a lovely place for a vacation!

    I hope you have a good time!

    karinelarose@gmail.com

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  4. JulieJuly 3, 2012 at 2:55 p.m.

    Have an absolutely lovely time.

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  5. JulieJuly 3, 2012 at 2:56 p.m.

    Oops forgot my email
    o4mortime at yahoo dot com

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  6. Awesome MomJuly 3, 2012 at 4:00 p.m.

    Have a fun trip, I love Portland.

    lissa2061 at yahoo dot com

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  7. Kate LeMayJuly 3, 2012 at 7:24 p.m.

    I hope you and your family have a lovely time away together! It's winter here in Sydney, Australia and a summer holiday is sounding pretty good!!!

    I'm KateLeMay on ravelry

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  8. Little Ol' LizJuly 3, 2012 at 7:35 p.m.

    Drag -- I was one that I believe you missed. Anyhoo, I'm game for another giveaway.

    While in Portland, head to Pearl Fiber Arts. They are located in the heart of Portland's Pearl District on NW 11th Avenue between Flanders and Glisan.

    Cindy (aka MaxFun) is terribly gifted and knows the right yarns to stock her store with. I'd so be there if I weren't 1500 miles away.

    Liz Anderson
    lizandrsnaolDOTcom

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  9. Maria KievitJuly 3, 2012 at 8:43 p.m.

    Be sure to take your umbrella! Last time I went to BC (about 2 years ago in November) it rained about half the time we were there..... But it's a beautiful province. Have fun!

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  10. LVJuly 3, 2012 at 11:57 p.m.

    Good to hear you are headed to BC to enjoy time with your family. Please bring along some sunshine....
    Best wishes from North Vancouver!

    dipezo@shaw.ca

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  11. saraJuly 4, 2012 at 4:46 a.m.

    Have a great time.

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  12. NicoleJuly 4, 2012 at 11:17 a.m.

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  13. NicoleJuly 4, 2012 at 11:19 a.m.

    Well Barbara, the sun FINALLY came out today, just in time for your visit! Enjoy your holiday in our lovely province.

    Nicole

    nlautner1@gmail.com

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  14. jessicapiroliJuly 4, 2012 at 4:25 p.m.

    Have fun. This week we just moved from Park City, UT to the Ann Arbor Michigan area and we are missing the dry West of the Mtns. But I have to say there is beauty in every area of this beautiful earth so enjoy your trip and please do share photos. I'll be looking for them.
    jessicapiroli@gmail.com

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  15. Yarn MiracleJuly 5, 2012 at 7:17 a.m.

    Have a wonderful wonderful visit!

    (emily at yarnmiracle dot com)
    I have no idea if writing it like that keeps the spammers away, but it makes me feel proactive)

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  16. MrKnitsterJuly 5, 2012 at 9:17 a.m.

    Enjoy your time off!

    amattera AT jdemeo DOT com

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  17. MonicaJuly 5, 2012 at 10:21 p.m.

    I hope you have a wonderful holiday!

    monikita45 at hotmail dot com

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  18. Robin MengJuly 7, 2012 at 5:52 p.m.

    I hope you have a lovely holiday. Thank you for sharing all of your beautiful creations.

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  19. Robin MengJuly 7, 2012 at 5:53 p.m.

    Here is my email: robin.meng11@gmail.com

    Robin Meng

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  20. KJuly 11, 2012 at 9:11 p.m.

    Wait - I thought you were in ENGLAND???? But you're in Canada? Or did the family migrate and leave you across the ocean? Oh, I'm charmed at the thought that you might be that close!

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  21. PattiJuly 13, 2012 at 7:41 a.m.

    Have fun on your vacation. I love Portland and powell's book store! Patti. Knitandputt@yahoo DOT com

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  22. maheshdanJuly 15, 2012 at 11:56 a.m.

    Wish u happy summer vacation,,,,,,,,, but monsoon start and we all enjoying rain
    http://www.alacraft.com.au/wall-stickers-cat32

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  23. UnknownJuly 16, 2012 at 9:27 p.m.

    I hope you have a great vacation, Oregon is a great place!!
    sarahwiggin@comcast.net

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  24. melosaJuly 17, 2012 at 12:12 p.m.

    Sounds like a very fun summer vacation!

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  25. adoddsJuly 20, 2012 at 11:27 a.m.

    Just found your blog and I am enjoying it. Have a wonderful holiday.
    adodds@bresnan.net

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  26. MegJuly 22, 2012 at 9:51 a.m.

    Hope you are having a great summer!
    mpcbirds AT gmail DOT com

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  27. JeanJuly 22, 2012 at 5:21 p.m.

    I love your knitted creatures patterns, and I love British Columbia, especially the mountains and Vancouver Island. Have been to Prince George and Vancouver 2-3 times. Enjoy your summer with family.

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  28. AnonymousJuly 23, 2012 at 4:50 p.m.

    I love giveaways! Have fun on your adventure!

    kathy

    pookahclan@yahoo.com

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  29. my Beautiful Little BirdAugust 8, 2012 at 3:25 a.m.

    Oh! I forgot to say that you should check out Powell's Books in downtown Portland. My favorite yarn shop here in Portland is a yarn thrift store that sells recycled yarn. It's called Knitten Kitten.

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