Jade and I went exploring today. We ran a new route which is more of a loop. It was nice to have a change of scenery. We talked about learning how to drive a manual. Jade stalled straight through three green lights one time during the first week of driving a stick shift. And I cried the first three times I tried to learn. But, we both overcame the fear of the manual transmission.
I forgot some big news. I found a marked trail that gets plowed!! I ran on it today and yesterday. It starts a mile and a half from my apartment. A mile farther away than the other trail, but I'll take it!
Tomorrow we're driving to Columbus. I am not going to run, but I'll still be able to make it to 25. I've been sewing again this week, but mostly helping a couple friends with their Christmas projects. It's been a sewing party at my home for the past three nights. Jade wanted to make a brown pillow case for the body pillow she bought her sister-in-law. She had sewed once in eighth grade and I didn't have a pattern, but it turned out excellent--very professional. Mary Lynn, another friend, and I made Christmas towels that said Joy, Noel, and Jolly for family members. I am giving my towels to my mom. I am excited that this year I'll be there when she unwraps my present. | 