Saturday, 27 December 2025

Book ~ "The Deepest Fake" (2025) Daniel Kalla

From Goodreads ~ Liam Hirsch has it all - a loving family, a thriving career as CEO of an AI company, financial security and a bright future. But when he’s diagnosed with a terminal illness, just weeks after discovering his wife’s infidelity, his perfect life unravels. As he grapples with his fate, he prepares to face his final days on his own terms. 

However unexplained events inside his company make him question everything - including his diagnosis. In a world of deepfake videos, synthetic voices and digital deception, couldn’t these technologies be weaponized against him? What if nothing is as it seems? 

With time running out, Liam turns to Andrea DeWalt, a private investigator contending with her own feelings of betrayal, to help him uncover a conspiracy that threatens his life, his family and their future. In a world where nothing is as it seems and every digital footprint can be manipulated, who can Liam trust?

Liam is a successful AI company CEO who seems to have everything going for him until his life completely unravels. He suspects his wife is cheating on him so hires Andrea, a private investigator, who confirms her infidelity. But he's got other things to deal with as he has been diagnosed with ALS. Rather than have his family suffer as ALS robs him of his faculties, he decides to go the MAID route so he can leave on his own terms. But he wants to leave his family financially stable so he has to fix the strange inconsistencies within his company, push ahead with a breakthrough AI app and find out who is trying to sabotage his reputation and company. He can't do it alone so he asks Andrea to help.

This is the first book I've read by this author and I enjoyed it. I liked the write style and found it moved at a good pace. It's written in third person perspective with a focus on Liam and Andrea. There were so many people who could be messing with Liam so it was hard to figure out if someone really was. AI is moving us so quickly so it was interesting to see the creepy way it could be. As a head's up, there is swearing. I look forward to read other books by this author.

Fan and Feather Knitted Scarf

I knitted another scarf to donate using my favourite pattern, fan and feather.


I used a Caron Anniversary Cake Special Edition (the colour is Jewels and Jolly) and 6.5mm needles.

I cast on 24 stitches (a multiple of 18 plus 6).
  • Knit 3 rows of garter stitch for the border
  • Row 4: Knit
  • Row 5: K 3, P to last 3 stitches K3
  • Row 6: K3, *(K2 tog) 3 times, (yo, K1) 6 times, (K2 tog) 3 times, rep from * to last 3 sts K3
  • Row 7: Knit
  • Repeat Rows 4 - 7, keeping first and last 3 stitches in garter stitch, until piece measures desired length
  • Knit 3 more rows of garter stitch to make the bottom border
  • Cast off and darn in ends

Friday, 26 December 2025

Knitted Scarf

I knitted another scarf to donate.


I used a Caron Anniversary Cake Special Edition (the colour is Jewels and Jolly) and 6.5mm needles.

The pattern was easy. I cast on 23 stitches.
  • Row 1: knit
  • row 2 : knit 7, purl 1, knit 7, purl 1, knit 7
  • Repeat rows 1 and 2 until desired length
  • Bind off

Happy Boxing Day!

Wednesday, 24 December 2025

Knitted Scarf

I knitted another scarf to donate.


I used a Caron Anniversary Cake Special Edition (the colour is Jewels and Jolly) and 6.5mm needles.

The pattern was easy.
  • Cast on multiples of 4 stitches (I cast on 20)
  • Rows 1 and 2: (knit knit purl purl) repeat
  • Rows 3 and 4: (purl purl knit knit) repeat
  • Repeat rows 1 to 4 until desired length
  • Bind off

Tuesday, 23 December 2025

Book ~ "Sorry, Not Sorry: An Unapologetic Look at What Makes Canada Worth Fighting For" (2025) Mark Critch

From Goodreads ~ Known for his sharp-witted skits on CBC’s This Hour Has 22 Minutes , Mark Critch uses his keen observational skills to explore the complexities of Canadian identity and the new wave of Canadian patriotism.

In Sorry, Not Sorry, Critch delves into the heart of what it means to be Canadian at a time when national pride is on the rise. Examining everything from the historical decision of Newfoundland to join Canada, to the modern-day implications of the Freedom Convoy, and the evolving symbolism of the Canadian flag, he reminds us of where we came from, and of the many reasons Canada is worth fighting for—elbows up!

In chapters like “The 51st State,” “I Want My Flag Back,” and “The Invasion,” Critch uses humour and satire to tackle serious questions about national identity, unity, and the future of Canada. He also offers a unique perspective on the country's relationship with the monarchy, the cultural impact of Canadian celebrities living abroad, and the hypothetical scenarios of provincial separations.

Sorry, Not Sorry is more than just a comedic take on Canadian life; it’s a deeply personal and insightful look at thefree country Critch has spent decades satirizing. Whether he’s writing as a war correspondent in a fictional American invasion or penning a love letter to Canada in the voice of Donald Trump, Critch’s essays are sure to entertain, provoke thought, and stir a sense of pride in listeners.

Mark Critch is a Canadian comedian, actor and writer. He is best known for his work on the CBC comedy series, This Hour Has 22 Minutes.

Sorry, Not Sorry is a collection of essays about what it means to be Canadian and why Canada is worth caring about. It was written in response to Trump saying that he'll make Canada the 51st state. Critch uses jokes, personal stories and satire to talk about Canadian identity, pride and unity. I liked the writing style and for the most part agreed with his opinions. He touches on everything including the Canadian flag, Newfoundland joining Confederation and Freedom Convoy. I enjoyed these essays and found them interesting and learned something. Some of the essays (like the letters Trump or Lt. Clem Boone might write) were too long and boring so I skipped over them.

Monday, 22 December 2025

Double Basket Stitch Knitted Scarf

I knitted a scarf to donate using a double basket stitch.


I used a Caron Anniversary Cake Special Edition (the colour is Jewels and Jolly) and 6.5mm needles.

Cast on a multiple of 6 stitches ... I cast on 24.
  • Row 1: K
  • Row 2: (P1, K5) repeat across 
  • Row 3: K
  • Row 4: (P1, K5) repeat across
  • Row 5: K
  • Row 6: K3, P1, K5, P1, K2
  • Row 7: K
  • Row 8: K3, P1, K5, P1, K2
  • Repeat Rows 1–8
  • Bind off

Sunday, 21 December 2025

Double Moss Stitch Knitted Scarf

I knitted a scarf to donate using a double moss stitch (also known as a double seed stitch or Irish moss stitch). It's a stitch that gives you a chunky textured fabric and is great for scarves.


I used a Caron Anniversary Cake Special Edition (the colour is Jewels and Jolly) and 6.5mm needles.

Cast on a multiple of 2 stitches ... I cast on 20.
  • Row 1: K1, P1 repeat across 
  • Row 2: K1, P1 repeat across 
  • Row 3: P1, K1 repeat across 
  • Row 4: P1, K1 repeat across 
  • Repeat Rows 1–4
  • Bind off