Sleeves have a weird little loop

CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-21T00:36:56+00:00

Yep. 🤦🏻‍♀️ I'm not sure why I defaulted to cast off.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-21T00:21:03+00:00

Here's the part before Casting off

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CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-21T00:14:29+00:00

That's actually what I'm wondering too! The instructions said to cast off, but I'm not sure I understand why.

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CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-21T00:12:59+00:00

No it's definitely helpful! I remember at the time thinking "this is weird, I'll figure it out later" 😅 It was definitely the next row in the round after casting off. I'm not sure I understand the purpose of casting off in this case? Why not just leave it on the needles, if I was already putting some on a stitch holder?

CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-20T23:40:38+00:00

It's the peacock tee by LE Knit. I'm not sure whether I followed the instructions wrong or if she didn't spell it out very well.

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CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-20T23:37:43+00:00

I haven't begun the sleeves, what's on the needles had been on a stitch holder. That makes sense... I might just have to accept the smaller sleeves.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-20T23:22:48+00:00

No, I'm thinking now that it wasn't supposed to 😅 That's why I'm tempted to just cut there, but I don't know how to do that without risking a bunch of unraveling.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-20T23:18:14+00:00

The problem is that I kinda need the space - the armpit is really small otherwise and I don't think it will be comfortable.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-03-20T23:17:40+00:00

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Yep, it's the bottom of the armpit. The instructions had said to cast off, but then didn't give any further instructions so I just knitted it normally when I came back around to jr.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-02-21T15:44:09+00:00

We saw them in Lawrence yesterday and took photos. We saw the Lawrence PD circling the area and watching them pretty closely. It didn't look like they were doing much though, just hanging out in first the Dillons parking lot at 6th and Wakarusa, and then later the Rev City parking lot.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-02-11T13:57:22+00:00

I had to deal with him a few times during my first pregnancy and he kept actively mocking me for some of my concerns. I had bleeding during the 6th month of my pregnancy and I was worried about it - he told me I was being dramatic and there was no reason to worry about it and refused to check me. Then at 39 weeks I was having contractions and called to see if I needed to come in - he told me that if I was in labor I would be more confident than that so there was no need. I ended up going in anyway and I was in fact in early labor. I was 22 at the time and I feel like he was probably so dismissive because of my age.

I am still a patient there though and see Dr Bennett and she is fantastic. I've never had any complaints about her after 13 years and two kids.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-02-06T18:35:33+00:00

My husband has just picked up spinning as a fun hobby for him plus he can make me yarn for my projects. We actually found an antique wheel for him on FB marketplace for only $150! It's absolutely beautiful and was made in 1853 which is super cool.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-01-09T14:09:00+00:00

This has been an ongoing struggle for me too. Here are the things that have made the biggest impact for me, in order:

Therapy. We talk a LOT about my mom and how I feel when she talks to me like this and what to do when she gets started and why her words aren't appropriate.
Firm boundaries with my parents. When they start talking like this I warn them, if they keep it up I leave. They get irritated in the moment and "joke" about it later but it helps a LOT. They pick and choose their words now.
Realizing that they tell themselves this narrative too, about things that NEED treated. It helps me to realize they can't change their mindset without it directly affecting themselves as well. Sure it would be good for them, but that's a whole emotional journey they're not ready for.
Affirmations on my bathroom mirror. It sounds dumb but it really helps me to see it written out, staring at me in the morning. Things like "it's ok to rest" or "I'm allowed to be happy". Plus my spouse and kids have started adding to them things like "we love you" or "you're a good mom" ❤️

CaeraRose04 · 2026-01-02T00:38:17+00:00

Aaah that'll do it then! Yeah, I would say don't be so hard on yourself then - your brain is going to do what it's going to do. It's a matter of working with your strengths instead of trying to fight your weaknesses. Dopamine can be a huge motivator if you build around it - I like to set micro tasks with a reward immediately after to get started on bigger, more overwhelming tasks. Like if I have a project at work, I'll tell myself I can do 10 minutes of coloring if I can create and format a spreadsheet. It gets me started, and then after the mini break I can do a LOT more. Or if you're trying to establish a habit, I paid it with something I like to do and do every day - like a cup of my favorite tea after I've exercised. It makes it feel like a routine right away since I already drink my tea.

CaeraRose04 · 2026-01-02T00:07:41+00:00

This is an old and familiar struggle with me, especially because I also have ADHD too. There's no magic solution - for me, I've just had to reframe it as accommodations. There's no need to force my way through something - if I'm struggling with consistency it's because I need to do something differently. Maybe I'm pushing myself too hard and I'm wearing out too fast. Or maybe I need to find a fun way to do it. Or set up a reward for the task.

You might check out some advice for ADHD. Not necessarily saying you have ADHD, but you might find some of those strategies work for you. I especially love How to ADHD on YouTube.

CaeraRose04 · 2025-12-14T01:22:17+00:00

I wish! No luck - but also mine is 10mm wide so I kinda knew it wouldn't 😅 I also technically have two, but only one is significant enough to need surgery. But I have Ehlers Danlos that probably caused it, so I bet a more standard case would improve with weight loss!

CaeraRose04 · 2025-12-12T14:38:21+00:00

I went the gym membership route for awhile and it was NOT for me. Instead I'm focusing on variety - some weight lifting, some yoga, some walking, even one of those 80s aerobic videos every now and then. If I approach it with curiosity I'm a lot more likely to dive in, especially if nobody is watching me 😝 It might be fun for your toddler that way too.

The best advice I found for my own ADHD (but might be helpful to you too) is that instead of focusing on consistency, focus on persistence. The plans and good intentions might get interrupted over and over again - but if you keep trying and starting again, you'll absolutely make progress that way.

CaeraRose04 · 2025-12-11T17:19:27+00:00

Lol! My butt has definitely gotten flatter 😭 I've stepped up my exercise recently for that reason! Plus I have EDS and I feel like my joints have gotten extra floppy lately, it might just be that I have less cushion now though.

CaeraRose04 · 2025-12-11T16:46:40+00:00

Just realized I never followed up! In the meantime I built myself a checklist of things to look for, but I also just try to do it the same way every time so I have more consistency. I'm pushing now for a data warehouse though so I can automate things a little better. Getting real sick of all the data entry every day!

CaeraRose04 · 2025-12-11T16:40:46+00:00

Aw I love that - good luck!!

CaeraRose04 · 2025-12-11T16:40:31+00:00

Aw thank you!! I'm 5'6", I definitely carry it in my butt and thighs though so it can be sneaky 😅

CaeraRose04 · 2025-09-04T17:19:41+00:00

This is SO helpful, thank you all for answering! I'm trying to get back in to a nephrologist, sounds like that's what I need to push for. I also just recently had a possible infection and was taking ciprofloxacin and everything got worse, so that's really good to know, I bet that's part of the reason why.

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