His name is Joctopus

For "Share Day" the other day, one of our kids' dads brought in a baby octopus that they are raising. Basically this family is one of the coolest ones ever. The kids were pretty enthralled. As was I.

Despite the fact that one of my worst nightmares would involve a giant octopus menacingly approaching me while I'm trapped at the bottom of the ocean in a small container filled with slugs, reptiles and germs - I thought the little guy was pretty dang cool to watch. I did have the same reaction as one of my little boys when it climbed to the top of the tank and tried to wrap it's tenticles around the air vents in an attempt to escape. Aka I was friggin close to jumping backwards and making a fool of myself. Like, that thing is awesome, unless it wanted to touch me. Then, not so awesome.

Yes, I am a giant wussy when it comes to all things...gross. Slimy animals, scaly animals, animals that look like they might be either slimy or scaly. Insta-heebie-jeebies.




Joctopus 1 from The Diehls on Vimeo.


Just a little fun for your weekend pleasure!

While Greenbay was winning the Superbowl ~

I was working on this:

Few more things to finish but fun to make. And quick! However, I think it needs pockets. As almost every dress does. 

Yes, that is all I had to say today. And good Monday to you!

When I die...

...and go to heaven, I want to magically have Sara Bareilles' voice.

This rendition of Single Ladies is rocking my Sunday:



Fun to listen to, but the real gem is her version of Sittin on the Dock of the Bay. Click to listen to that magic.

Hope Super Bowl Sunday is treatin you well.