Author Archives: Jenna Magee

About Jenna Magee

IT professional, needleworker, editor/proofreader, author, singer, musician.

Postal Craziness

Posted on January 9, 2006 by Jenna Magee

So, loyal blog readers, I don’t know if you knew this or not, but the United States Postal Service increased its rates, effective yesterday. That means today was the first business day with the new rates. And I had 9 … Continue reading →

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LNS Visit and New Meaning to “Guilt Free January”

Posted on January 7, 2006 by Jenna Magee

I hadn’t stitched in a couple of days because I’ve been so tired when we get home from work. Yesterday, I actually had to leave early because I had one humdinger of a headache. I think it had to do … Continue reading →

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SBQ – January 4, 2006

Posted on January 4, 2006 by Jenna Magee

For the first time since September, today’s SBQ was suggested by none other than Renee and is: Do you do your stash shopping at your LNS, ONS, or both? Which do you like better? Why? Interesting question. Despite the fact … Continue reading →

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First Stitching Finish of 2006

Posted on January 4, 2006 by Jenna Magee

Okay, to be honest, I stitched this Sunday night / Monday morning, but just didn’t take the time to blog about it until now. I’m doing an informal SAL this month of the Hearts and Flowers Hardanger Collection by Twisted … Continue reading →

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The Anthology of Jenna – A to Z

Posted on January 3, 2006 by Jenna Magee

I thought that this would be an interesting meme to herald the new year: A is for Age: 30 B is for Booze: None (don’t drink) C is for Career: Computer Programmer D is for Dad’s Name: Charles Bickel / … Continue reading →

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2006 Stitching Resolutions

Posted on January 1, 2006 by Jenna Magee

2006 Stitching Resolutions: Establish a stitching rotation and stick to it! Start stitching Christmas presents early Finish the project that was to be for Terry’s mom and mount into box for storing some of her jewelry Finish at least one … Continue reading →

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2006 New Year’s Resolutions

Posted on January 1, 2006 by Jenna Magee

2006 New Year’s Resolutions: Exercise! Stop (or at least severely limit) swearing! Don’t be a stress puppy. Try not to overreact to situations; take lots of deep breaths; listen to music to help distract and soothe whenever necessary Don’t be … Continue reading →

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2005 Resolutions in Review

Posted on January 1, 2006 by Jenna Magee

Well, you can tell that it’s been a rough year when you blow just about all of your resolutions… Usually I’m better than this! 🙁 2005 New Year’s Resolutions: Stop (or at least severely limit) swearing! – FAILED (and this … Continue reading →

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January Stitching Goals

Posted on December 31, 2005 by Jenna Magee

I only have two hard deadlines to meet this month, so the first two items are the most important: Complete and send back model Finish and send SBEBB Garden Exchange piece Complete stitching on SBEBB Valentine’s Exchange piece Work on … Continue reading →

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December Stitching Goals in Review

Posted on December 31, 2005 by Jenna Magee

This month was a hectic one, so let’s see how I did with my lofty goals: Complete and send back model – NOT done Complete this month’s JCS SAL ornament – NOT done Complete Chatelaine Tiny Rose Mandala Garden – … Continue reading →

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