Category: True Confessions

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Knit, Purl, and Prose: Crafting Comfort in Yarn and Food

I’ve designated this week for what I am crafting or cooking. Maybe later I’ll decide to share these in separate posts. I enjoy cooking from scratch, and the older I get, the more I appreciate taking the time to do just that. On the Needles I’ve been going through my WIPs and what I would…
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Knit, Purl, and Prose: A Three-Month Journey with Our Special Kitty

The last two, almost three months have been a whirlwind. So I’m going to play a bit of catching up on life stuff. Before Thanksgiving 2025, I ended up taking in a stray cat. This little king was attracted to my house by our cat, which may go outside on a runner only for his…
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Reflections and Resolutions: What We Learned in 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, I can’t help but feel unimpressed by the year overall. Because of my health issues, my progress was much slower this year. Yet amidst these struggles, I discovered patience with myself. A lesson that, though hard-earned, has offered me a glimmer of personal growth. I’m optimistic and resolved to…
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Knit, Purl and Prose: Life Updates

As I work a month ahead, it is still October as I write this. Here’s an update regarding the vitamin D deficiency. I’m still below normal according to the latest blood test this month. They are increasing my daily amount to fix this issue. However, my sleep routine is getting better. I’m getting to bed…
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Knit, Purl and Prose: Stitching Stories

This month has been great. I’ve been feeling better and sleeping a bit more regularly. I’ve worked on a few knitting-related things. Working on getting a routine in place, and hope to resume editing next month. For the crafty side of things: I learned brioche knitting and completed a small ear warmer using the technique.…
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Knit, Purl, and Prose: Finding Your Rhythm in Dual Creative Outlets

I know my writing has been sporadic this year and not my plan at all, but sometimes when life throws you a curveball, you have to adapt. So, I’m doing just that. I’m still working on AFWLA. The edit is coming along, albeit much slower than I had planned. I’ve been sleeping again, and that’s…
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Knit, Purl, and Prose August 2025: Oh my god what is happening?

I wasn’t sure how to start out this blog post because so much has happened in such a short time. Last month when I posted, I was eagerly looking forward to the second half of 2025. I did not know how things would play out. All my life, I’ve dealt with insomnia for a few…
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Knit, Purl, and Prose – July 2025 Edition

As July comes to a close, I can hardly believe how swiftly this year has flown by. I’ve focused on a variety of endeavors related to family and personal matters rather than my writing. But that’s okay. If you didn’t catch our promotions, you can find them here. Now that the self-promotion is out of…
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Knit, Purl, and Prose – June 2025

With winter’s end and the blossoming of spring, we feel renewed and inspired. Welcome to the spring edition of “Knit, Purl, and Prose,” where we celebrate the delightful fusion of knitting, storytelling, and the invigorating spirit of the season. This month I’ll update you on my editing with my latest book, A Four-way Love Affair…
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Knit, Purl, and Prose May 2025

he editing continues. It’s going slower because I’m not solely focusing on writing like before. I’m also focusing on my health and family. Halfway through, as of the second full week of April, I am making good progress. I’m basing the timeline on how long this first edit takes. I hope to publish in October.…
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