Bloom Where You’re Planted

Posted on April 11, 2008 by Mokihana

We have an aviary of ringneck doves outside my office; I love hearing them cooing to each other, sometimes even in the middle of the night. Continue reading →

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Moki Moka

Posted on April 10, 2008 by Mokihana

Hawaiian Beanz Coffee Company in Damascus: my home away from home, my place of refuge from the stress of my life, my knitting retreat, and my first choice when I want a a latté, capuccino or mango smoothie. Continue reading →

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Kewt Baby Hat

Posted on April 9, 2008 by Mokihana

I finished the Upside Down Daisy Hat from Itty Bitty Hats yesterday, and am very pleased with the way it turned out. The stem of the flower was a little fiddly, and I thought this would be the first and only hat like this I would make. But thanks to some people on Ravelry, who encouraged me to finish, I did. And I just might make another one! Continue reading →

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Rainier, Oregon, Part One

Posted on April 6, 2008 by Mokihana

On February 9th, this year, we had to do an appraisal in Rainier, Oregon. Out in daboonies. I love trips like this because I know we’ll see at least some new countryside in the gorgeous Pacific Northwest. Continue reading →

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Hand Warmers

Posted on April 6, 2008 by Mokihana

My hands are always cold in winter. We keep our house pretty cool, and here in my office my desk is right in front of a sliding glass door. Yes, it’s thermal. But my hands still get cold. So I decided to knit myself a pair of handwarmers. Continue reading →

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A Day At Da Refuge With Julie, Part Three

Posted on April 3, 2008 by Mokihana

Julie and I took our time driving through the refuge. It was such a beautiful day, and such a peaceful place. We were free from the stresses of life, and had only to enjoy the beauty around us. Continue reading →

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A Day At Da Refuge With Julie, Part Two

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Mokihana

It was such a nani day; no rain, not too cold. We passed by ditches filled with coots (not cooties, u lolos!) and ducks, as well as a gigantic stand of teasle. Sorry, no photos. It was quiet and peaceful, with the exception of the bird calls, which added to the peace of the place. Continue reading →

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A Day At Da Refuge With Julie, Part One

Posted on March 30, 2008 by Mokihana

Graphic Intensive! Because I go overboard with photos at the refuge.

Because Julie’s mom has Alzheimer’s and lives with Julie and Orvill, and because it is a wearying life for Julie, last month, when Donna was with Julie’s brother for the weekend, I kidnapped Julie for some R & R. I knew she’d like to see the wildlife refuge, so one Saturday morning, February 23rd, off we went. Continue reading →

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Hamajang Sheep Shearing, Part Five

Posted on March 16, 2008 by Mokihana

I think I’m gonna live. Last Wednesday I wasn’t sure. This is apparently some sort of respiratory flu that’s making it’s way around the Portland metro area. Though I’m still coughing, I feel okay enough to finish the saga. Imua! Continue reading →

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Cough, Cough, Cough, Sneeze, Try Gimme Da Kleenex!

Posted on March 13, 2008 by Mokihana

Part Five on hold due do da fack dat I feel so junk! I neva been dis sick in years! Send poi. Buy stock in Kleenex company.

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