Saturday night... tomorrow is Mother'sDay.... first one without my mom.... weird.... I should have sent cards to my sisters... I meant to and I didn't.... I still haven't sent out my thank you notes... maybe I will get them done tomorrow.
I have a headache tonight so I wasn't very productive tonight. But today, I did get my Purple Hop Quilt assembled and the binding made. I also got a package packed to send to Lorna with the backing for EQ2 and the Purple Hop and some fun things for her.... and it is mailed.
It was a lovely day but rain was expected and for the next week! So we went for a bike ride and it was great. The thing about the motorcycle is when your out zooming along it's a sensory experience. Today the lilacs were amazingly fragrant... the wind was blowing us around a bit, but the birds were enjoying the wind. I enjoyed watching them as they soared high.
The Gardenia I received was struggling. After repotting it and worrying over the yellow leaves that were appearing, it may be coming out of its funk. There's a spot on the front porch for it, but the temps are still dipping into the 50s or lower so I've been bringing it in at night. Hopefully it will pull through.
I woke up early, to sew, to get that stuff in the mail by noon. Success. But tonight I'm fading fast.
Hahaha, this was a backwards post... today was a good day. Maybe like the Gardenia, I will soon get out of my funk. Thankful for my family and hopeful for the changes on the horizon.... expected and unexpected.
Saturday, May 12, 2018
Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Thoughtful Ride
How weird is life? The good and the bad- sometimes it is easy and sometimes it's hard. And just like Ohio weather you get a bit of it all in a day.
The dog had to go to the vet to get a tooth pulled. Poor little puppy girl. I'm concerned for her because she is so little.
My husband drove me to the quilt shop after I got home from the vet. He is so sweet. And that was nice. On my way, a friend called struggling with news she heard today. She was sad and I wanted to comfort her.
As I was shopping for fabric to finish my project, a wedding gift for our niece, my sister calls and is having a rough day. Sunday is Mother's Day and she is struggling with that loss. I'm so far away but I want to sit down with her and listen be there for her.... my other sister is having a tough time too. This is so hard. Mom has been gone for a month now. We are all struggling with it. I'm sad because I'm not in a position to drop everything and be there with them.
Then as I am checking out- paying for my purchase the owner tells me a something - the shop is closing... They are moving.... I'm happy for them because the move will be nice for them and the circumstances seem God driven.... everything falling into place perfectly.... but I feel sad because I enjoy shopping and visiting with these fabulous ladies!
On the way home, deep in thought, I notice the lovely scenery around us. Pink trees, white trees, and the ones that have green leaves starting to bud. Along the hillside, the trilliums are blooming.... it's so lovely, and the warmth of the sun is glorious. So I suggested that we should ride the bike to lunch and he was up for it.
Arrived home, changed clothes, and away we went on the bike, it felt great. The weather gorgeous and my mind wandering to my thoughts of life. I'm looking at homes and I'm thinking I wish I loved my house more.... though we made this house our home, a nice place to live, I don't love the floor plan- I don't think it would be hard to leave it. It would be hard to leave my friends, my church and church family. That's something we have been thinking about.... If Ohio weather wasn't so cold for so long it would be nice to stay here.... but the weather is not something we want to deal with anymore. We like the outdoors too much. Now we are passing fields of dandelions and it's so pretty.
Lunch is good. And we decide to ride through Mill Creek Park. I remember coming here with my children on school field trips, for my son's photography project, for his graduation photo shoot and for several graduation parties. Then as we are driving out of the park, the flowering trees were dropping petals and it looked like it was snowing.... but that kind of snow was just fine with me!
After arriving home, the dog needs picked up. She did ok throughout the procedure but she obviously feels terrible. Poor little thing. She is out of it. I hope I can get her to drink some water. I'm concerned for her.
It was a busy day and we didn't get the spare room painted. And that is ok, we will just do it tomorrow. The day was good, but tinged with sadness. It is good to try to look at things with hopefulness. That's what I'm trying to do. Encouraging others, hoping for the best. If not, I wouldn't want to even get out of bed in the morning.
Feeling thankful to Jesus that today was mostly pretty good. We are all healthy, we have a roof over our heads, food in our tummies, good friends, family, and hey, the sun is shining,
The dog had to go to the vet to get a tooth pulled. Poor little puppy girl. I'm concerned for her because she is so little.
My husband drove me to the quilt shop after I got home from the vet. He is so sweet. And that was nice. On my way, a friend called struggling with news she heard today. She was sad and I wanted to comfort her.
As I was shopping for fabric to finish my project, a wedding gift for our niece, my sister calls and is having a rough day. Sunday is Mother's Day and she is struggling with that loss. I'm so far away but I want to sit down with her and listen be there for her.... my other sister is having a tough time too. This is so hard. Mom has been gone for a month now. We are all struggling with it. I'm sad because I'm not in a position to drop everything and be there with them.
Then as I am checking out- paying for my purchase the owner tells me a something - the shop is closing... They are moving.... I'm happy for them because the move will be nice for them and the circumstances seem God driven.... everything falling into place perfectly.... but I feel sad because I enjoy shopping and visiting with these fabulous ladies!
On the way home, deep in thought, I notice the lovely scenery around us. Pink trees, white trees, and the ones that have green leaves starting to bud. Along the hillside, the trilliums are blooming.... it's so lovely, and the warmth of the sun is glorious. So I suggested that we should ride the bike to lunch and he was up for it.
Arrived home, changed clothes, and away we went on the bike, it felt great. The weather gorgeous and my mind wandering to my thoughts of life. I'm looking at homes and I'm thinking I wish I loved my house more.... though we made this house our home, a nice place to live, I don't love the floor plan- I don't think it would be hard to leave it. It would be hard to leave my friends, my church and church family. That's something we have been thinking about.... If Ohio weather wasn't so cold for so long it would be nice to stay here.... but the weather is not something we want to deal with anymore. We like the outdoors too much. Now we are passing fields of dandelions and it's so pretty.
Lunch is good. And we decide to ride through Mill Creek Park. I remember coming here with my children on school field trips, for my son's photography project, for his graduation photo shoot and for several graduation parties. Then as we are driving out of the park, the flowering trees were dropping petals and it looked like it was snowing.... but that kind of snow was just fine with me!
After arriving home, the dog needs picked up. She did ok throughout the procedure but she obviously feels terrible. Poor little thing. She is out of it. I hope I can get her to drink some water. I'm concerned for her.
It was a busy day and we didn't get the spare room painted. And that is ok, we will just do it tomorrow. The day was good, but tinged with sadness. It is good to try to look at things with hopefulness. That's what I'm trying to do. Encouraging others, hoping for the best. If not, I wouldn't want to even get out of bed in the morning.
Feeling thankful to Jesus that today was mostly pretty good. We are all healthy, we have a roof over our heads, food in our tummies, good friends, family, and hey, the sun is shining,
Saturday, May 5, 2018
Make It A Good One
Fantastic day! It was a great weather day! And a day of accomplishments...
All the plants planted.
The garden readied for planting.
Did some weeding.
The green wall painted.
The back of EQ2 put together and boxed and ready for mailing.
Chuck's table topper is boxed and ready for mailing.
Matt's quilt ready for mailing.
Sewed the ties on a little smocked bonnet.
A crock pot cooked Pork Butt Roast. Delicious!
After all that work, I feel pretty good. A little tired! But darn good. So nibbled on some pulled pork, had a glass of vino and a chunk of chocolate.
The other day we noticed that our kitty had a puncture wound on his chin. We cleaned him up and put some peroxide on it. He seems to be doing good. No lasting effect.... I wonder what he got into...
One of my little dogs, Kenzie, has dental issues. She has had a bunch of teeth pulled. Poor little thing.... today I noticed she has a loose tooth. That means a call to the vet on Monday and she's gonna lose another tooth... hopefully not more than one.
So what's up for the evening... watching a Netflix movie, Wild Hogs, with my boys. Hahaha. I'm easily amused.
You know, life is fantastic. There is so much to be thankful for in life. Tomorrow isn't promised, we don't know what is in store.... so enjoy each day as much as possible. Tomorrow I'm looking forward to visiting with my church family and friends, doing some sewing, maybe a bike ride, oh who knows, it's gonna be good.
All the plants planted.
The garden readied for planting.
Did some weeding.
The green wall painted.
The back of EQ2 put together and boxed and ready for mailing.
Chuck's table topper is boxed and ready for mailing.
Matt's quilt ready for mailing.
Sewed the ties on a little smocked bonnet.
A crock pot cooked Pork Butt Roast. Delicious!
After all that work, I feel pretty good. A little tired! But darn good. So nibbled on some pulled pork, had a glass of vino and a chunk of chocolate.
The other day we noticed that our kitty had a puncture wound on his chin. We cleaned him up and put some peroxide on it. He seems to be doing good. No lasting effect.... I wonder what he got into...
One of my little dogs, Kenzie, has dental issues. She has had a bunch of teeth pulled. Poor little thing.... today I noticed she has a loose tooth. That means a call to the vet on Monday and she's gonna lose another tooth... hopefully not more than one.
So what's up for the evening... watching a Netflix movie, Wild Hogs, with my boys. Hahaha. I'm easily amused.
You know, life is fantastic. There is so much to be thankful for in life. Tomorrow isn't promised, we don't know what is in store.... so enjoy each day as much as possible. Tomorrow I'm looking forward to visiting with my church family and friends, doing some sewing, maybe a bike ride, oh who knows, it's gonna be good.
Friday, May 4, 2018
Tea Party
Day 4 of sugar free, carb-less.
Lots of willpower today. I was hungry all day.... I ate well but I think it was mental... Didn't want to indulge because I was invited to a Tea Party and there would be wonderful things to nibble tonight. .
I was in a funky mood, not bored but wanting something else. Just trying to accomplish a few things.... but not a lot of focus.
The mail brought two packages for me.
Box 1 My binding for the table top.
Box 2 Was filled with goodies from my bestie and quilter, Lorna, she sent a quilt back to me, I have to decide how/to bind it with. It had some green fabric for future projects a key chain and a little inch tall puppy from her grandson. What a sweetie he is.
I sewed the binding on the topper and tomorrow it gets boxed and mailed. I hope it is suitable and functionable. I think it turned out well.
Feeling a little anxious to get busy on the spare room. The walls and ceiling are ready for paint, so my dear husband rolled the ceiling. Later with brushes and buckets ready, I trimmed the ceiling, doorways and window with the white. After finishing, realized the old phone jack should be removed and the hole patched- it's old and ugly. Now it is gone. The patch will need to be touched up once it drys, and so that might take a couple days- so tomorrow will be the day to trim and paint the green wall. But I'm making progress. That's what's important.... hahaha, at one point I was holding the paint brush and Tupperware container of paint in one hand, I reached up with the other hand to wipe a spot of paint off the ceiling..... and as I did that I wasn't paying attention to the paint cup in my hand until I felt paint pouring down my arm.... lol.... oopsie! So now that's done, clean up the paint brush and cup.... look at the clock.... yikes! It's time to get ready for Mariellen's Tea Party.
The Tea Party was so nice, but mostly because the ladies are so nice. There were 5 of us. Mariellen and her daughter made leek soup, watercress sandwiches, egg salad sandwiches, lemonade, and homemade blackberry cordial- I brought fruit- strawberries, pineapple, and raspberries. And dessert was a flourless chocolate cake and a cup of tea. It really was worth the wait/weight. Hahaha! It was all delicious! And set up so pretty!
The sunset was beautiful as I headed out. Now I'm home and so thankful for my friends and family. They make life worth living. Good friends, good food, good times. Feeling blessed.
Lots of willpower today. I was hungry all day.... I ate well but I think it was mental... Didn't want to indulge because I was invited to a Tea Party and there would be wonderful things to nibble tonight. .
I was in a funky mood, not bored but wanting something else. Just trying to accomplish a few things.... but not a lot of focus.
The mail brought two packages for me.
Box 1 My binding for the table top.
Box 2 Was filled with goodies from my bestie and quilter, Lorna, she sent a quilt back to me, I have to decide how/to bind it with. It had some green fabric for future projects a key chain and a little inch tall puppy from her grandson. What a sweetie he is.
I sewed the binding on the topper and tomorrow it gets boxed and mailed. I hope it is suitable and functionable. I think it turned out well.
Feeling a little anxious to get busy on the spare room. The walls and ceiling are ready for paint, so my dear husband rolled the ceiling. Later with brushes and buckets ready, I trimmed the ceiling, doorways and window with the white. After finishing, realized the old phone jack should be removed and the hole patched- it's old and ugly. Now it is gone. The patch will need to be touched up once it drys, and so that might take a couple days- so tomorrow will be the day to trim and paint the green wall. But I'm making progress. That's what's important.... hahaha, at one point I was holding the paint brush and Tupperware container of paint in one hand, I reached up with the other hand to wipe a spot of paint off the ceiling..... and as I did that I wasn't paying attention to the paint cup in my hand until I felt paint pouring down my arm.... lol.... oopsie! So now that's done, clean up the paint brush and cup.... look at the clock.... yikes! It's time to get ready for Mariellen's Tea Party.
The Tea Party was so nice, but mostly because the ladies are so nice. There were 5 of us. Mariellen and her daughter made leek soup, watercress sandwiches, egg salad sandwiches, lemonade, and homemade blackberry cordial- I brought fruit- strawberries, pineapple, and raspberries. And dessert was a flourless chocolate cake and a cup of tea. It really was worth the wait/weight. Hahaha! It was all delicious! And set up so pretty!
The sunset was beautiful as I headed out. Now I'm home and so thankful for my friends and family. They make life worth living. Good friends, good food, good times. Feeling blessed.
Thursday, May 3, 2018
The Sweet Things
Slow but steady.... moving along like a turtle, but moving forward.... so that's good.
On the way home from the grocery store, it poured down rain. It was hard to see through the windshield. But after arriving home, the sky cleared and the air felt so clean and fresh.
Managed to plant my gardenia and a tomato today. 2 down, 7 to go. Choosing what to plant things in is the biggest issue I'm having.
While watching my husband in the backyard, I saw a unusual visitor in the backyard. At one of the bird feeders was a Rose Breasted Grosbeak. What a gorgeous bird. There were the usual visitors too- cardinals, gold finches, a downy woodpecker, robins, a blue jay, sparrows and chickadees. We love feeding the birds. Watching them flit around. It's a good way to spend time.
My son finished up the drywall finish work in the guest room. Tomorrow should be painting day.
Today was also a good day eating wise. I'm feeling pretty good and going to keep moving forward toward my goals. Sweets, I'm not missing them, not when life itself is so sweet. The little things can bring such joy.
On the way home from the grocery store, it poured down rain. It was hard to see through the windshield. But after arriving home, the sky cleared and the air felt so clean and fresh.
Managed to plant my gardenia and a tomato today. 2 down, 7 to go. Choosing what to plant things in is the biggest issue I'm having.
While watching my husband in the backyard, I saw a unusual visitor in the backyard. At one of the bird feeders was a Rose Breasted Grosbeak. What a gorgeous bird. There were the usual visitors too- cardinals, gold finches, a downy woodpecker, robins, a blue jay, sparrows and chickadees. We love feeding the birds. Watching them flit around. It's a good way to spend time.
My son finished up the drywall finish work in the guest room. Tomorrow should be painting day.
Today was also a good day eating wise. I'm feeling pretty good and going to keep moving forward toward my goals. Sweets, I'm not missing them, not when life itself is so sweet. The little things can bring such joy.
Wednesday, May 2, 2018
A New Day
Simply gorgeous day today- sunny, 80 degrees, and breezy. So there is the decision working inside or out... so a little of both...
First thing, make a list and head to the home improvement store. Cactus soil, Azalea soil, paint, watering can, a hose.
I needed potting soil for a Gardenia that I recieved as a gift. I think it needs to be repotted. After searching the Internet I add high ph potting soil to the list. Well, I couldn't find the azalea soil. Wasn't at Wally world either so later, my friend, Mariellen and I went to a greenhouse and I bought something they suggested. Not sure what pot to put it in.... so I'll have to think about that.... I'm hoping to keep it alive for many years to come....
Choosing paint is a painful experience for me.... see color is wonderful, but.... my husband is a white paint kinda guy. See if you paint every room the same color... touch ups are a breeze.... and well, makes sense. But he's a good sport, so a pretty shade of white and one focal wall in a soft green.... the paint is chosen, mixed and shaken.... next is the actual painting of the room. So excited!
There were so many gorgeous plants at the greenhouse. Not overdoing it was a challenge. Leaving with about 10 items. Nothing planted today but home and watered. Spent some time weeding, trimming, cleaning flower beds and pots. The beginnings of a cheery yard. The daffodils are about done.... the tulips are beginning to bloom and the peonies are about 8 inches high. I'm looking forward to those beauties blooming this year.... all of them really.
For the last 2 years I've missed the spring blooms. My mom was sick and I went out to visit and spend time with her every couple months. It was hard but wonderful too. I enjoyed spending time with my mom, daughter and sisters, and their families.... But it was hard because my guys were not there, so I was torn. Life is a crazy ride. We try to control things but we really have little control over anything except our own behavior. Being kind and leaving a positive impact is the best we can do.
Tonight as I relax, laundry is happening. And because it was a good day including eating, I indulged in a chunk of dark chocolate. I'd like to drop 10lbs by August. Morther of the bride.... that'll be me!
All in all, it was a good day. There are many projects started.... and by taking little steps, doing something every day I'll get things done... and that's the plan. Not to overwhelm myself and burn out but to keep moving forward and achieving each goal. Looking forward to what tomorrow will bring.
First thing, make a list and head to the home improvement store. Cactus soil, Azalea soil, paint, watering can, a hose.
I needed potting soil for a Gardenia that I recieved as a gift. I think it needs to be repotted. After searching the Internet I add high ph potting soil to the list. Well, I couldn't find the azalea soil. Wasn't at Wally world either so later, my friend, Mariellen and I went to a greenhouse and I bought something they suggested. Not sure what pot to put it in.... so I'll have to think about that.... I'm hoping to keep it alive for many years to come....
Choosing paint is a painful experience for me.... see color is wonderful, but.... my husband is a white paint kinda guy. See if you paint every room the same color... touch ups are a breeze.... and well, makes sense. But he's a good sport, so a pretty shade of white and one focal wall in a soft green.... the paint is chosen, mixed and shaken.... next is the actual painting of the room. So excited!
There were so many gorgeous plants at the greenhouse. Not overdoing it was a challenge. Leaving with about 10 items. Nothing planted today but home and watered. Spent some time weeding, trimming, cleaning flower beds and pots. The beginnings of a cheery yard. The daffodils are about done.... the tulips are beginning to bloom and the peonies are about 8 inches high. I'm looking forward to those beauties blooming this year.... all of them really.
For the last 2 years I've missed the spring blooms. My mom was sick and I went out to visit and spend time with her every couple months. It was hard but wonderful too. I enjoyed spending time with my mom, daughter and sisters, and their families.... But it was hard because my guys were not there, so I was torn. Life is a crazy ride. We try to control things but we really have little control over anything except our own behavior. Being kind and leaving a positive impact is the best we can do.
Tonight as I relax, laundry is happening. And because it was a good day including eating, I indulged in a chunk of dark chocolate. I'd like to drop 10lbs by August. Morther of the bride.... that'll be me!
All in all, it was a good day. There are many projects started.... and by taking little steps, doing something every day I'll get things done... and that's the plan. Not to overwhelm myself and burn out but to keep moving forward and achieving each goal. Looking forward to what tomorrow will bring.
Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Not so blue after all!
It was a gorgeous day today in every way.
Last night I worked on a project for my moms husband. She started it after she got sick and never finished it. It kind of stretched me because I wasn't sure how to do it- and I only had a vague idea what he was asking me to do. So I tackled it and figured it out. But made a mistake. I used a package of binding that I had in my stash. It was 24 inches too short...... yikes.
This morning my husband and I went out to pick up another package of navy binding to finish it up. Well, it seems that was a very old package. The navy is now much bluer. I was now blue myself. So rather than rip out the binding, I thought I would check on Social media... reach out to fellow seamstresses and crafters... I had several people find the right color in different size and types of bindings. But one of them was right! A shout out and thank you to Deb!
Talked to my daughter and she had a problem to take care of for work at the IRS office. And wasn't anticipating it going well. But it did!
It was so nice that my husband and I decided to go for a ride on the motorcycle. We couldn't find the key to the bike.... looked and looked and looked.... got the spare and went for a ride. It was gorgeous!
Looked for the keys again. No luck... checked all pockets our coats and pants. Then hmmm, what if they fell of the hook.... yep, they were on the floor behind the doggie bed. Score!
So there were some issues but they didn't get me down and actually everything worked out great!
Today was the 1st day of cutting sugar. Today wasn't hard. I did aok. No cravings.... but I did eat too many veggie straws .... I hope not to over indulge tomorrow...
Last night I worked on a project for my moms husband. She started it after she got sick and never finished it. It kind of stretched me because I wasn't sure how to do it- and I only had a vague idea what he was asking me to do. So I tackled it and figured it out. But made a mistake. I used a package of binding that I had in my stash. It was 24 inches too short...... yikes.
This morning my husband and I went out to pick up another package of navy binding to finish it up. Well, it seems that was a very old package. The navy is now much bluer. I was now blue myself. So rather than rip out the binding, I thought I would check on Social media... reach out to fellow seamstresses and crafters... I had several people find the right color in different size and types of bindings. But one of them was right! A shout out and thank you to Deb!
Talked to my daughter and she had a problem to take care of for work at the IRS office. And wasn't anticipating it going well. But it did!
It was so nice that my husband and I decided to go for a ride on the motorcycle. We couldn't find the key to the bike.... looked and looked and looked.... got the spare and went for a ride. It was gorgeous!
Looked for the keys again. No luck... checked all pockets our coats and pants. Then hmmm, what if they fell of the hook.... yep, they were on the floor behind the doggie bed. Score!
So there were some issues but they didn't get me down and actually everything worked out great!
Today was the 1st day of cutting sugar. Today wasn't hard. I did aok. No cravings.... but I did eat too many veggie straws .... I hope not to over indulge tomorrow...
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