Dirty needles.
written by Julie R. Neidlinger 3 comments link this post
Beware the spotted kitties.
The request came in for a baby-proof Neglectable Pet that was similar to an earlier toy I called "VetTech." This version (called "VetTech 2 and the Spotted Kitty") was a bit stripped down so that there weren't as many threads and embellishments that might not hold up well for a baby.
Always a little slow on getting things out, I was working steadily today to complete the toy so I could mail it tomorrow.
As usual, I jabbed myself with the sewing needling while hand-sewing the parasitic kitty figure to the top of the head.
I did not swear, mind you, though I did create a verbal environment that would be acceptable and homey to swear words.
Dad, in the next room, asked what happened.
"Oh, I stuck myself with the needle again," I said.
"Well, don't do that. Don't stick yourself with those dirty needles."
In most other parts of the world, the phrase "dirty needles" has a very different connotation and signifies a far different problem.
I just thought that odd, and I laughed inside until I stuck myself again.
Tetanus...every 10 years? Can't remember.
Labels: family, my life, promotion
Copyright (c) Julie R. Neidlinger 1/14/2008 04:13:00 PM
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3 Comments:
I just have to tell you this, I love how you take every day moments in your life and then your write about them. It lets me keep up with what is going on at home.
By 
Jacqui, at
14/1/08 16:55
Ouch! That's gonna cost me, isn't it? "shipping and dirty needle handling"
He's adorable though!
By Gwynne, at
15/1/08 02:37
Awwww, that's so cute! I like the little one ... it looks evil. Which makes it cute. Am i right or am I right? Ok, it's just me.
By Tessa, at
10/4/08 17:26
