Horseshoe Art and more, oh my!

I think Jeremy made this sometime this fall.  The lavender ribbon represents all types of cancers.

This is my latest scarf. The colorway is bright and almost garish, but it called to me at the store, saying it was perfect for this scarf.  I really like the uniqueness of the loops on one side.  And those loops were fun to knit!

A Little Something to Remember

I just want to post this here so I know where to find it when I’m struggling.  The full
original post is here.  This is my favorite part.

There is no one perfect way for every person, baby, and situation. Yes, breastmilk is a
perfect food and our babies are meant to have it. In an ideal world all mothers would
make enough milk, all babies would have the perfect latch, and rainbows would
appear when we figure it out.

Reality is not always ideal though. What I'm saying is, work hard to give your babies
the best nutrition you can, but give yourself grace when it’s hard. Mamas need to be
healthy not just physically, but also emotionally and mentally. Do what is best for
you, your baby, and your family. Do not care what others say or think. This goes for
breastfeeding how and where you please, or if you choose to pump, use donated milk,
or use formula.

What matters is you are healthy, your baby is healthy, and your baby is loved and fed.
You are doing your best. You are doing enough. Feed and love without fear.

Updates

I thought I'd update on the goings on around here at Chez Yearout.

I went back to work today after having Henry in early January.  I was sad to leave him at daycare.  I miss him laying against me after falling asleep while nursing. And I'd much rather feed him than pump at work. My friends did make me feel special today though, I got a bouquet of carnations, a container of cookies and a Welcome Back banner.

Today also marks a milestone for Leah.  She went to daycare in undies!  It was suggested to try her in undies over the weekend and she how she did.  She was so ready.  I was just being lazy and "allowing" her to go in her pullup.

On the animal front...we have gotten rid of all the chickens and eagerly awaiting the farm store to get them in so we can pick out a new crop.  We are gonna get some weaner pigs in a couple of weeks when they are old enough, raise them up and send them off to slaughter come fall.  Bring on the bacon and ham!  Along with chickens, Jeremy wants to get some geese and guinea hens.  We still have our hen and Tom the turkey.