Just when I thought all was well with my computer, it refused to boot again, claiming that the system file was corrupted. I thought it was just being recalcitrant, so I stubbornly refused to reinstall the operating system for a couple of days, just enough time to develop an intense hate of using the Gray's ancient system.

Therefore, I stoically waited through hours of installation and updates this morning, entertaining myself by ironing lengths of washed quilting fabrics. I installed every last update known to mankind this time. I even bought and installed super-duper-wooper virus and spyware protection. (I can't wait until someone comes out with spryware, I'll need it when I get older.)

I haven't yet reinstalled my photo processing software (Fireworks), but when I do I will show you the pictures of my progress on quilt squares. I am still loving applique, and I am still Not Knitting. However, I am Spinning most every day, and am anxiously awaiting my recently-acquired new Reeves frame wheel!! My little Lenny, adorable as he is and proficient as he is at spinning, is just too light to handle my demonic treadling speed. My wonderful Chimiel, the Polonaise, is beautiful and well-behaved but I can't spin more than a couple of hours on her without my right ankle hurting. Thus I have concluded that I need a heavier, double-treadled wheel. The Reeves is solid oak and double treadle.

More later, mon amie...

Posted by Sheila at December 22, 2004 12:22 PM Posted to | TrackBack