Creating A Whimsical Life

Stressful times call for awesome socks. I will post the pattern and yarn in comments when I find them. These were my Xmas socks 2020 https://www.instagram.com/p/CYPdROkJkuL/?utm_medium=tumblr

In stressful times you need awesome socks!!! I will track down the pattern and yarn in the comments. They were my Xmas socks 2020. (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/lifeofwhimsy/p/CYPclXpJlrY/?utm_medium=tumblr

@rabidbrewing Lycan Lime Punch!!! Happy Friday Night #craftbeer #NanBartender (at Rabid Brewing) https://www.instagram.com/p/CS0egbgIk3O/?utm_medium=tumblr

New Hard of Hearing sticker on helmet in preparation for first practice back to roller derby!!!! #wcr #zen216 #HOH #ASL #SingleSidedDeaf #sparkly #rollerskating #chicago https://www.instagram.com/p/CR2ARFvpj5e/?utm_medium=tumblr

When it’s your first blocking thing and you are not even sure you knit it correctly as you look at schematic but you read all instructions a zillion times while knitting. And I need more blocking mats and pins Ugh #whatshape #forgrannyshawl https://www.instagram.com/p/CMssVwLptCl/?igshid=19rukbqp140fs

Order your Spring/Summer Read!!! We can chat about it & the enviro goodness things it inspires us to do this season/year!! Posted @withregram • @drportia27 Test proof just arrived! Looks good! Ready to share on 3/27 ❤️🌏❤️🌏 https://www.instagram.com/p/CMksW0Ope_w/?igshid=hp2n85xl0p8c

FO morning!! Vanilla sock pattern with @muststashyarn in Vespa. I LOVE them!!! #knittersofinstagram #sockknitting #yarnlove #skaters https://www.instagram.com/p/CLE8lAgJrnG/?igshid=ra40au3620di

Being taught by amazing women each day. Posted @withregram • @creativececi I am Black History. I am my Ancestors’ wildest dreams. February is recognized as Black History Month, the evolution of the Negro History Week as established by Carter G. Woodson in 1926. The celebration was meant to extend and deepen the study on African American history, all year long. While there are many opportunities this month to reflect on and learn about the MANY MANY...MANY contributions of Black people to society - please know that Black History is... ..American History ..More than one month of acknowledgment ..More than what we were and are taught in school ..Did not begin with slavery ..I could go on. If you’re not already following, I recommend that you diversify your scroll with the following IG accounts: @antiracismdaily @theconsciouskid @rachel.cargle @ibramxk @isabelwilkerson @kimberlecrenshaw @schomburgcenter @thekingcenter @ncrmuseum @naturbanleague @smithsonian_africanart @becauseofthem @luvvie @badassboz @allthingszhuri @diversespines @wellreadblackgirl #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory365 #blackhistory #negrohistoryweek #cartergwoodson (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKyrCkSpHJt/?igshid=19w61kafrlz8t

Happy Mail Snow Day to me!!! Thank you @bookishchicagopopups for shipping so fast, the treat of included notebooks and the personal note with my book!!! 😍😍😍#chicago #books #selfcare #shopsmall (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKh8unmJS8p/?igshid=1dbihto24p55r

Sharing all our voices so we can hear knowledge and find understanding and do the hard work. Posted @withregram • @ggmadeit Did you all know I have a blog? Another step I was afraid to take. I was convinced no one would read it. Another favorite quote from Dr King says "faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase"⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ A new blog post is up. I wrote this last year. I was commissioned to write, but my passion didn't fit the magazine..so I declined. In light of the Gap being put on global display. I felt today was as good a day as any to share. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Communication and Collaboration..let me know your thoughts. As always thanks for reading 🥰 #ggmadeit #standinthegap (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKOi1a5peJz/?igshid=b0zmknt4w6wo

Sharing all our voices so we can seek knowledge. Posted @withregram • @ggmadeit Did you all know I have a blog? Another step I was afraid to take. I was convinced no one would read it. Another favorite quote from Dr King says "faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase"⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ A new blog post is up. I wrote this last year. I was commissioned to write, but my passion didn't fit the magazine..so I declined. In light of the Gap being put on global display. I felt today was as good a day as any to share. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Communication and Collaboration..let me know your thoughts. As always thanks for reading 🥰 #ggmadeit #standinthegap (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKOiflrp4d-/?igshid=vc9i5ha77jnl

Buy books!! Support my team & local biz owners who love to skate!! #Repost @windycityrollers with @make_repost ・・・ How is your holiday shopping going? ⏱️🔮✨ Us too 🤣 . . We are excited to share that our friends at @bookishchicagopopups have plenty of offerings for you to choose from across several subject areas - including skating! These rad owners are known for their beautifully curated #books, #gifts and gift sets, and have been a part of the #chicago skate scene for some time.✨ . . Instead of shopping with a big-box store or solution, consider buying from our friends at Bookish! Not only will you be supporting a #womanownedbusiness, but 10% of the sales from your purchases today will also support #wcr! Share the love and tag us with what you bought so we can reshare the excitement! ❄️ . . #shopsmall #womenowned #smallbusiness #local #buylocal #chicagoowned https://www.instagram.com/p/CIlgfGtJ7CP/?igshid=1y1uz3vs34vgz

Delicious homemade crunchwraps & a frequent donator to @windycityrollers @lagunitasbeer !! Perfect combo! #rollerderby #supportlocal #craftbeer #chicago #zen216 https://www.instagram.com/p/CIb7hnHJz7Z/?igshid=bs0dymprwm11

When you miss roller derby and need comfort in Fall...grab @begylebrewing Flannel Pajamas & knit socks that look like the rink carpet!! Bag is @nomadicyarns #windycityrollers #craftbeer #chicago #rollerskating #knittersofinstagram #zen216 https://www.instagram.com/p/CGGf-HBJTV-/?igshid=vfxrhoxh40uj

Working on my For Granny shawl by @sweaterfreak I was hoping to finish for cooler summer evenings. Not sure I will make it but I have enjoyed this as happy quarantine knitting. #knittersofinstagram #chicago #derbyskaterswhoknit #ZenStefani216 https://www.instagram.com/p/CDWfWxLJv_5/?igshid=bgi44p8umtkh

Becoming how I feel every day about work. Tonight I’m going to drink and stream RuPaul’s Drag Race https://www.instagram.com/p/CAYxyNPpW5Q/?igshid=knhh9hslzoe9

I’m weighing how one carves our the life they want and this little doggo is keeping me company https://www.instagram.com/p/B_7YIRXJeC1/?igshid=hytp6um4ivn0