 crucial points of the sewn bind-off is that you have to cut the yarn, so now I'm worried I won't have enough yarn. I'm just going to have to risk it and hope that if I need it the Magic Knot will save my life.
Check out other works in progress, probably with actual progress, over at Tami's Amis!
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Stealthy Progress
Droll post. Although I share a Netflix account with my husband, he doesn't know how to access it, so he never sees the binges;)
Very nice sweater!
And this is exactly why I still download my TV, instead of using the communal Netflix. I have TV Show Shame.
haha, that reminds me of when we had netflix and I watched "The business of being born"... not knowing it was connected to hubbys Facebook account and posted "his" recent activity.
Netflix now offers profiles on your account, so you can set one up for you that is separate from the one you share with your husband. Same price, same account, different queues. They rolled it out last week for this very reason.
Amazing cardigan, love the shade of green.
Here's my WIP:
Netflix profiles!!! It's brand new and is just for that purpose.
It also means hubby's preferences are seperate to your own.
Definitely try the Netflix profiles. But when you do, watch out for which profile gets the instant queue, I think only one person 'inherits' that, the others have to rebuild.A couple of weeks ago we drove out to the Mother Cabrini Shrine in Peru, New York. I had been hearing how stunningly beautiful this area was and it truly does not disappoint. The gorgeous property, the stunning views of Lake Champlain and the Vermont Green Mountains, and the peaceful grounds are all definite worth a visit to.
To get to the Mother Cabrini Shrine it is only about a 35 minute drive off of the Plattsburgh, I-87 exit in upstate New York and definitely worth the trip. It is definitely one of those hidden treasures in the Adirondack Mountains that you don't want to miss out on seeing!
Before we planned our visit I wanted to look up the history regarding the Mother Cabrini shrine and who Mother Cabrini was. It was so fascinating to learn all about this woman and the work that she did!
Frances Cabrini was born in July 1850 in a small village near Milan, Italy. As a child she was enthralled with stories of missionaries and at a young age committed herself to join a religious order.
Unfortunately, she was in poor health so she was not permitted to join the Daughters of the Sacred Heart, under whom she had received her teaching certificate. However, at thirty years old, along with seven other women, she founded the Institute of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. She was known to be as resourceful as she was prayerful, as she found people who would donate to meet the needs that she had not only in financial resources but also with time, labor, and support.
While Frances Cabrini and her sisters had a dream and plan to become missionaries in China, she was directed elsewhere after obtaining an audience with Pope Leo XIII. Pope Leo XIII told Frances to go "not to the East, but to the West" and to go to New York instead of China. Part of this direction might have been because there were thousands of Italian immigrants that had already matriculated to the United States, or it could have been for other reasons we will never know.
Nine years after founding the Institute of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mother Frances Cabrini and her sister companions stepped onto New York soil. New York City at this time was filled with chaos and poverty and Cabrini quickly went to organizing a variety of different programs to help the poor. Cabrini organized catechism and education classes for Italian immigrants and served the many needs of the many orphans. Cabrini also established schools and orphanages despite tremendous odds that were against her.
Two of her most famous hospitals that she established in New York City were the Columbus Hospital and the Italian Hospital. These two hospitals were later merged in the late 20th century and became known as the Cabrini Medical Center that lasted until 2008, when it was forced to close due to financial difficulties.
Over Mother Cabrini's lifetime, requests for her to open schools all over the world came to her. She spent her life not only continuing to serve the people of New York City, but also traveled throughout the United States to Europe, Central America, and South America. In her life-time she made 23 trans-Atlantic crossings and established over 67 orphanages, schools, and hospitals.
Mother Cabrini was known to work tirelessly for the cause of Christ throughout her life. One of her most famous sayings was; "I will go anywhere and do anything in order to communicate the love of Jesus to those who do not know Him or have forgotten Him."
On December 22, 1917 at the age of 67, Mother Cabrini died. Almost thirty years later, in 1947, she was canonized as a saint by Pope Pius XII in recognition of her holiness and service to the world. Three years later, in 1950, she was named the Patroness of Immigrants.
In 1947, the Mother Cabrini Shrine was dedicated in Peru, New York. The Shrine's settings were seen as appropriate on the grounds of St. Patrick's Church. St. Patrick's church had opened in 1841 to serve the large group of Irish immigrants who had settled into the Adirondack Mountains.
As I shared at the beginning of this post, this is a beautiful piece of the Adirondack Mountains and definitely worth the time to drive to see this beautiful land and views. Happy Tuesday friends! I hope that you are having a wonderful day!
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Thursday Health Thoughts: "The Code"If you want a rewarding profession that helps people regain their strength and self-sufficiency, you might consider becoming an occupational therapist. But before embarking on this career path, it’s important to consider the occupational therapy job outlook.
Knowing the OT job outlook can prepare you for entering the workforce. It can also help decide specializations, where to work and how to differentiate yourself to employers. Not to mention, it could also deeply impact the amount of student debt you take on.
Occupational therapy job outlook: Promising growth
What does the future look like for occupational therapists?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the occupational therapy job outlook is positive. The profession is expected to grow by 18% between 2018 and 2028.
This is a considerably fast rate of growth compared to other professions, which have an overall growth rate of 5%. This may be due to the aging baby boomer population that will drive up demand for occupational therapists in the future.
Here are some quick facts on the OT job outlook:
- 133,000 people were employed as occupational therapists in 2018.
- This number is expected to rise to 156,800 by 2028 (at a growth rate of 18%).
- Other healthcare professions have a growth rate of 13%, putting occupational therapy on a more positive trajectory than similar lines of work.
Drivers of occupational therapist job growth
As the baby boomer population ages, it is expected that the demand for occupational therapists will grow. Occupational therapists who work in geriatrics help seniors retain and maintain their independence. They can also help seniors adapt to limitations after a stroke or surgery. They also help patients adjust to the realities of chronic and debilitating health ailments, such as arthritis.
Occupational therapists aren’t limited to working with seniors in outpatient settings. They can also work in hospitals or nursing homes. In these settings, occupational therapists take care of newly diagnosed patients with life changing illnesses. They help patients adapt to lifestyle modifications involved with their diagnoses, such as kidney disease or diabetes.
Increasingly, as schools look to become more inclusive, occupational therapists are finding work in classroom settings. They can help children with autism stay integrated in a typical school environment.
Occupational therapist salaries
On average, occupational therapists make slightly more than other workers in their field. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that similar healthcare workers make a median annual wage of $80,990, where occupational therapists earn $84,270 annually.
Of course, occupational therapist salaries range. According to U.S. News, those in the top 25% of earners report making $100,320 annually, while those in the bottom 25% report earnings of $67,970 annually. The profession has an unemployment rate of 0.5%, so it’s very likely you’ll be able to find a job as a trained occupational therapist.
Your area of specialization can also impact your earnings as an occupational therapist. Here’s a breakdown of median annual wages by specialization:
- Nursing care facilities — $90,570
- Home healthcare — $87,570
- Physical therapists, speech therapists and audiologists — $86,060
- Occupational therapists in hospitals — $84,550
- School-based occupational therapists — $73,980
The cost of becoming an occupational therapist
Though occupational therapists earn considerably more than the average American worker, they go through extensive schooling to earn their title. Most occupational therapists have Master’s degrees and some have doctorates.
In addition to advanced education, most states require occupational therapists to earn specific licenses. Maintaining your license can require annual continuing education.
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