I almost got eaten by a swamp

August 16, 2022 by Katelyn Demidow

Joey took my cranky ass on a hike.

And then I, thinking I’m Jesus apparently and can run across mud, almost got eaten by a swamp and Joey had to pull me out and I had to walk the rest of the way with a squealchy shoe.

Meditative

August 15, 2022 by Katelyn Demidow

The thing about having a garden that always ends up producing an epic shit ton, that’s a technical measurement, of tomatoes is that you have every reason to make a ton of homemade pasta sauce and pico de gallo. Today, it was the former. And making tomato pasta sauce from scratch is one of my favorite things to make. It’s always deeply comforting and therapeutic. I didn’t have a parent or grandparent who taught me some secret family recipe or whatnot. It was something I taught myself to do and it always comes from a deep place in my soul.

Momentary pause to look at this fucker. I miss having chickens to feed them to.

There’s half a bottle of red wine in this sauce.I haven’t had a drink of any alcohol in two years. Apparently I make up for in cooking with wine.

Post simmering for hours and blending. I can’t wait to eat it on ravioli tonight, which I also haven’t had in probably 4 years but Joey found gluten free ravioli for me.

I hope you find some comfort and nourishment in your food today.

Today

August 14, 2022 by Katelyn Demidow

LOOK AT ITS LITTLE CRESCENT MOON PATCH.

And a picture of Joey’s butt to round out the day because I personally think that’s perfect end to a day.

Wonderland

August 13, 2022 by Katelyn Demidow

It’s blurry because it’s a screenshot from a tik tok video but here’s a test run of my whole wonderland look. Can’t wait to see my friend tomorrow! It’s been probably two years since I’ve properly hung out with a friend.

Also, we are going to a cat cafe after the tea party. Perfection.

Queen of Hearts

August 12, 2022 by Katelyn Demidow

The. Queen. Of. Hearts.

This ensemble is so fucking ridiculous and I get so much joy from that. I want to show everyone I know but also don’t want to be disappointed in their response or lack-thereof (my favorite Studio Ghibli movie is Howl’s Moving Castle and according to Gen Z that means I have a praise kink okay) so, to the ethers of the internet, look at this thing I’m super proud of. 🥳

And AND all the fabrics are secondhand/thrifted. That is something I’m also really proud of.

August 11, 2022 by Katelyn Demidow

“Just a few little things that need to be done for these outfits to be ready for the tea party.”

I really need to stop pretending like I’m not ridiculous and forgetful. I forgot I was going to make Joey a set of bunny ears for his March Hare ensemble and also have since added hip swags to the list of things I just NEED to do for Penelope’s outfit. Ya know those poofy hip things on Cinderella’s ballgown? Yeah. Those. It’s a need apparently.

Crunch time

August 10, 2022 by Katelyn Demidow

The original day for the croquet tea party got postponed because the plague hit that friend as well. And of course, when the postponing happened the burn out of working on these outfits peaked. So I let them sit with no progress being made. But the day has been rescheduled and is in less than we week so here I am, working on getting outfits ready. They won’t be as in depth as originally planned because I’m exhausted but they will still be super fun. I mean, look at this Cheshire Cat inspired vest I am making my son.

To really be ready, I need to sew the buttons on the vest, sew straps to Joey’s teacup holster, put a waistband on Penelope’s skirt, and make a closure for their bodice as well. In 4 days. So, wish me luck and speediness. And maybe send coffee.