I wanted to go, I really wanted to go. I want to meet people here, I want to see old friends again - but something kept stopping me from committing ( Read more... )

My gift finally posted!  It was truly wonderful and entertaining. And I fear that I'm so tired and stressed this week, I didn't adequately gush. I may add additional comments in a few days.  It took me days to finish reading it because of other requirements ( Read more... )

I was quilting Mr. Step's christmas present today and the woman who owns the shop showed me some jewelry that she is starting to carry this winter.

They are paper pieced quilt blocks that are 1 to 2 inches and made into necklaces and earrings.  They are amazing.

Me and My Stitches Jewelry

S2 got sick last night. Today, she added a fever and aches. So, I ran her to urgent care where she tested positive for BOTH Influenza A and B.  Double whammy.

So, we are all on quarentine while we wait to see if anyone else is getting sick.

ETA: S2 is on tamiflu - so hopefully that will help.

Every day I click on my friends page - looking - waiting - hoping.  Will today be the day that my gift - the one I created over so many months for my mystery recipient post? I just can't wait to see what she or he thinks ( Read more... )

For reynardo - rocks in Lake Superior


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I can go back to working on my kitchen wall paper remover project and cleaning house because - MY EXCHANGE PIECE IS DONE! AND SUBMITTED!

I'm so thrilled with how it came out.  I'd like to thank all my co-conspirators for all their help and hand holding. I can't wait to tell you who they are.

Thank you mods - for being so patient. 

irishredlass  THANK YOU.  I needed the smile today.

I was just thinking that it was a year ago this month that this group:


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I feel like the anticipation of the bases loaded, two out in the 9th with a full count and if I can throw a strike, we can go to the World Series ( Read more... )