Friday, August 29, 2014

Bookmark Dump: Loom anatomy, apple donut holes, hummus dip and cowboybark!


So I got a job this week! It happened so fast I really wasn't expecting anything to come of my applying but the clinic needed someone to train asap and cover for a worker's vacation in 2 weeks. They called me Monday and I went in on Tuesday to start. No interview or anything. I guess one man's desperation is another's man's benefit!

The only thing is it's 80 miles north and it takes me a good hour and 15 minutes to get there, sometimes more when there's traffic. When I was applying for jobs I guess I sorta kinda didn't Google the location (being new here I have yet to learn where towns are) because I honestly didn't think I'd get any bites as usual. Go figure. It's a rough commute, but I like the job so far and everyone's really nice there. After I cover the lady's vacation (and given I don't completely mess things up because I'll be all on my own and they fire me), they'll keep me on schedule one day a week which is fine with me! I get experience and I only have to do that killer drive once a week.
Happy Labor Day weekend!

I found this just in time when my loom obsession began: Anatomy of a Loom.
I still need to buy a good one though instead of using cardboard.

These look delicious and perfect for fall: Super fast cider spiced donut holes.


I'm adding this crochet project to my to-crochet list: Granny square baskets.

I'm making this 7 layer Greek hummus dip for our labor day bbq.

And this, my friends, looks amazing: Cowboy Bark (Trader Joe's copy cat recipe).
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5 comments

  1. MarilynAugust 29, 2014 at 3:09 AM

    Congratulations on the job! That does sound like a killer commute but once a weekend is doable. Hope it works out! This may be the start of many good things in your new home. :)

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  2. TassieAugust 29, 2014 at 5:26 AM

    I get so excited when I see your bookmark dump post. You post such interesting things.... Can't wait to try the donut holes, the humms 7-layer dip, And, I am DEFINITELY going to make the granny square baskets.... Thank you for sharing!!!

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  3. AlyciaAugust 29, 2014 at 5:54 AM

    Thanks Marilyn! I'm hoping I've fallen into my string of luck ;)

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  4. AlyciaAugust 29, 2014 at 5:55 AM

    Aw thanks Tassie! I love giving myself a mission to keep my eye out for fun things to include in them each week :)

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  5. kaycreateAugust 29, 2014 at 7:16 AM

    Awesome that you found a job so quickly!! And if it's a job you like, then worth the commute. :) Seeing all the parts of a loom laid out like that looks so complicated! I've never tried weaving before, but that looks intimidating haha! Also, THAT BARK. Looks so heavenly. May have to make some for the holidays this year.

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