The end of Peace Corps, and what's on my needles

So, at this point, Ken and I are not going to Africa. Neither of us has wanted to go for a several months, and have been just waiting to see if the hesitation would pass. It hasn't, and we have decided that particular adventure is not for us. I know this is probably a big shock for everyone, but we've been weighing doubt and concern in our minds during the entire process. After months of going, "I don't think this is right", we are finally acknowledging that it's not.
On that note, I don't plan to end the blog. We have enough "adventures" and excitement to continue. So this will be about our everyday lives: my crafting, Ken's school, our plans for the future, and hopefully some big adventures along the way.


To the crafting.
Some of you know, some of you don't, but I'm a big crafty person. I like to knit, I attempt to crochet (but I'm horrible at it), cross-stitch, sewing, etc. This is currently on my needles for a certain friend who recently had a certain baby. I'm really liking the knit so far. It's been really easy, and it has seed-stitch trim which I love. I'm knitting it up in a cotton blend, so it will be multiple-season appropriate. The sweet baby lives in Oregon, so no Arctic chill to plan for.



In addition to the sweater, I also have this great dolly to send to her. I got it at Bambini, which is the best little crunchy baby store in Eugene. I'm excited. I love the dolly, loving the the sweater, and I hope they love them too. <3