This will look way better on the communion table than it does on my cutting table! (as well as better in person!) I bought these fabrics in New York City. None of the photos I took do them justice.
Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Done!
I did my ripping out and now this UFO is done. A parament for the chapel. I've done the green and the white. Now I only have 3 more to go! I had a dreadful time finding trim for the purple and blue ones but the Mill Outlet Village in Raleigh turned out to have the most amazing selection. The last parament to find fabric for is red. I've been looking for a year! How hard can it be to find a nice red????
This will look way better on the communion table than it does on my cutting table! (as well as better in person!) I bought these fabrics in New York City. None of the photos I took do them justice.
This will look way better on the communion table than it does on my cutting table! (as well as better in person!) I bought these fabrics in New York City. None of the photos I took do them justice.
This morning
I'm going to work out in the yard. It's gorgeous and cool and the yard could certainly use the attention! When we got here in June it was too hot, and there were way too many mosquitoes. In July it was too hot. In August it was too hot. In September it was recovery from surgery. In October it was recovery from a car crash. I've run out of excuses (may it stay that way!). There are branches down from the recent storms, pecans, leaves, dead flower baskets, WEEDS, putting away the hose...all that good stuff. And I may even put up a few lights for Halloween. :)
Hmmmm....lets see how far I get.
Hmmmm....lets see how far I get.
Sunday, October 28, 2007
Arrrrghhhh!
I was all full of myself and feeling good because I finished a couple of UFOs. But after closer examination one of them needs some ripping out and adjusting. Drat.
But this is done anyway.
It's the sawtooth star block for the guild's Block Party. We were given the dark striped fabric, instructions and a lesson on contrast...what part of the block (or quilt) do you choose to be the focal point. The center design and where to use the dark fabric were our choice. I messed around forever choosing the other fabrics out of my stash. I think it looks ok. I'm not sure I really want to win all the blocks but I'm really interested to see what Mom comes up with, and the other block makers.
But this is done anyway.
It's the sawtooth star block for the guild's Block Party. We were given the dark striped fabric, instructions and a lesson on contrast...what part of the block (or quilt) do you choose to be the focal point. The center design and where to use the dark fabric were our choice. I messed around forever choosing the other fabrics out of my stash. I think it looks ok. I'm not sure I really want to win all the blocks but I'm really interested to see what Mom comes up with, and the other block makers.
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Idiot Dog!
I assure you the above is said with affection. When Miss Dog is stretched out comfortably on the floor (at least I'm assuming she's comfortable) she sometimes lets out loud moans and groans. More and more as she gets older (heaven help us).
She startled me just now by letting out a loud moan practically under my feet! She loves to curl up in that corner, but if she's going to do it like this I'm afraid she's going to lose her nose when I get up. Nut dog!
She startled me just now by letting out a loud moan practically under my feet! She loves to curl up in that corner, but if she's going to do it like this I'm afraid she's going to lose her nose when I get up. Nut dog!
Friday, October 26, 2007
Rain! 3 days of it!
In this rain-starved area, this is good news!
Special Weather Statement
WAKE-JOHNSTON-HARNETT- INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...RALEIGH...SMITHFIELD... LILLINGTON 128 PM EDT WED OCT 24 2007
...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS SOUTH OF RALEIGH...
A CLUSTER OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS ABOUT 20 MILES SOUTH OF RALEIGH NEAR ANGIER WILL MOVE NORTH NORTHEAST AT 25 MPH...CLOSE TO THE WAKE JOHNSTON COUNTY LINE THROUGH 230 PM. THESE STORMS WILL AFFECT SUCH AREAS AS GARNER...COATS CROSSROADS...CLAYTON... WENDELL AND FLOWERS.
THE STORMS WILL PRODUCE UP TO 25 LIGHTNING STRIKES IN A FIVE MINUTE PERIOD ALONG WITH TORRENTIAL DOWNPOURS AND WIND GUSTS UP TO 35 MPH. RAINFALL AMOUNTS OF ONE TO TWO INCHES ARE ALSO LIKELY IN LESS THAN AN HOUR.
Yikes! I heard the thunder and decided it would be prudent to let the dogs out before the rain. I was so taken by the colors in the sky I ran back inside for my camera. I know North Carolina is not"big sky country" but compared to New Jersey it is. I never get tired of sky watching!
I was amazed at all the different colors in the clouds as the storm approached. What first caught my eye was the sun shining off the white siding on the house next door with the black clouds behind it. But the moment passed before I could run for the camera. This is looking from the backyard SW (the direction the storm was coming from) at the subdivision across the road.
Then I turned around and looked north over the trees at the end of the back yard.
Then I turned and looked SE past the other end of the house. (Our house is L shaped with the point of the L pointing due south.) There were so many different colors in the clouds and sky.
The cool thing in this photo is the four hawks wheeling around in the sky.
Then the rain started so I went inside and took photos out the front door. Whew, even if the gutters weren't clogged with pecans they couldn't have handled this!
Looking south.
So many colors and layers of clouds.
In a pause between storms I went out to get the mail and had to take this one.
And was still impressed by all the colors and layers.
So since I was already Standing There Like A Fool With A Camera...on the wet driveway... thunder rumbling all around...I took a photo of my new old car. Isn't she pretty? Diamond white, 1999 Avalon.
And there is my sweet Ngaire, The Stealth Dog, waiting for me to come back inside, ready to protect me from the storm. Of course, by day three (yesterday) there was enough rain for the ground to get really muddy so now she is the Big Black Mud Monster! Sigh....
Special Weather Statement
WAKE-JOHNSTON-HARNETT- INCLUDING THE CITIES OF...RALEIGH...SMITHFIELD... LILLINGTON 128 PM EDT WED OCT 24 2007
...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS SOUTH OF RALEIGH...
A CLUSTER OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS ABOUT 20 MILES SOUTH OF RALEIGH NEAR ANGIER WILL MOVE NORTH NORTHEAST AT 25 MPH...CLOSE TO THE WAKE JOHNSTON COUNTY LINE THROUGH 230 PM. THESE STORMS WILL AFFECT SUCH AREAS AS GARNER...COATS CROSSROADS...CLAYTON... WENDELL AND FLOWERS.
THE STORMS WILL PRODUCE UP TO 25 LIGHTNING STRIKES IN A FIVE MINUTE PERIOD ALONG WITH TORRENTIAL DOWNPOURS AND WIND GUSTS UP TO 35 MPH. RAINFALL AMOUNTS OF ONE TO TWO INCHES ARE ALSO LIKELY IN LESS THAN AN HOUR.
Yikes! I heard the thunder and decided it would be prudent to let the dogs out before the rain. I was so taken by the colors in the sky I ran back inside for my camera. I know North Carolina is not"big sky country" but compared to New Jersey it is. I never get tired of sky watching!
I was amazed at all the different colors in the clouds as the storm approached. What first caught my eye was the sun shining off the white siding on the house next door with the black clouds behind it. But the moment passed before I could run for the camera. This is looking from the backyard SW (the direction the storm was coming from) at the subdivision across the road.
Then I turned around and looked north over the trees at the end of the back yard.
Then I turned and looked SE past the other end of the house. (Our house is L shaped with the point of the L pointing due south.) There were so many different colors in the clouds and sky.
The cool thing in this photo is the four hawks wheeling around in the sky.
Then the rain started so I went inside and took photos out the front door. Whew, even if the gutters weren't clogged with pecans they couldn't have handled this!
Looking south.
So many colors and layers of clouds.
In a pause between storms I went out to get the mail and had to take this one.
And was still impressed by all the colors and layers.
So since I was already Standing There Like A Fool With A Camera...on the wet driveway... thunder rumbling all around...I took a photo of my new old car. Isn't she pretty? Diamond white, 1999 Avalon.
And there is my sweet Ngaire, The Stealth Dog, waiting for me to come back inside, ready to protect me from the storm. Of course, by day three (yesterday) there was enough rain for the ground to get really muddy so now she is the Big Black Mud Monster! Sigh....
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
By request
Me and baby J. I think it looks awkward, like I've never held a baby before. :) But everyone wanted him turned so they could get a photo of his face. I can't wait to see him again!
Monday, October 22, 2007
Birthday
My grandson born today (Sunday the 21st) at 7:00 pm 19:00 hours. (The Tramp points out that he's a military brat. LOL) We hung around outside the door and heard his first cries. He was surrounded by loving family and friends from the first moment!
My grandson with his proud dad, the Sailor Son.
All bathed and diapered and holding Daddy's hand. :) 
The Tramp hates hospitals but even he consented to come in the room for a photo op with Middle Daughter.
It was hard to say goodbye. Goodnight little man. We'll see you soon!
My grandson with his proud dad, the Sailor Son.
All bathed and diapered and holding Daddy's hand. :) 
The Tramp hates hospitals but even he consented to come in the room for a photo op with Middle Daughter.
It was hard to say goodbye. Goodnight little man. We'll see you soon!
Friday, October 19, 2007
Never underestimate
the benefits of narcotics! That's what I was doing. The last two days have been hugely better than the last two weeks since I took the advice Mom and Dad's doctor gave them. Narcotics at night and mega-doses of Ibuprofen during the day. I wasn't being a martyr....really!!! I just didn't realize! The surgery was a breeze compared to this!!!
So life is happier. In no particular order....
Happiness #1) The Avalon is now mine/ours. *happy dance* And a dream to drive. We picked it up and turned in the Saturn yesterday afternoon.
Happiness #2) It's raining!!
Happiness #3) I'm picking up Middle Daughter from the airport this morning! :)
Happiness #4) Mom and I went to our first meeting at the Capital Quilters Guild last night and we had a great time! It's a large and lively group. We were greeted with enthusiasm and got to wear very conspicuous visitor tags so everyone went out of their way to say welcome. We decided to sign up and become members on the spot! The program speaker was Gail Garber. Wow. Her talk, her slides and her quilts were fascinating. Too bad we aren't able to go to her workshops today and tomorrow. Check out her Gallery of Quilts and be dazzled!
There was a long but highly organized line of show and tell items which were wonderful. We also took Quilts for Kids packets and will make quilts that are donated to Rex and WakeMed hospitals' neonatal intensive care units (they need hundreds!) We joined the Block Party and Holiday Block Party. There were drawings for prizes for everything from a door prize to prizes for wearing quilted name tags. Drawings from the names of those who turned in the different types of charity quilts and more. Fun, fun, fun.
The next step is to find a local quilting "bee" group to join. But time enough for that phone call next week.
Rushing now to get to the airport on time. Photos of all the goodies later!
Hugs to all!
So life is happier. In no particular order....
Happiness #1) The Avalon is now mine/ours. *happy dance* And a dream to drive. We picked it up and turned in the Saturn yesterday afternoon.
Happiness #2) It's raining!!
Happiness #3) I'm picking up Middle Daughter from the airport this morning! :)
Happiness #4) Mom and I went to our first meeting at the Capital Quilters Guild last night and we had a great time! It's a large and lively group. We were greeted with enthusiasm and got to wear very conspicuous visitor tags so everyone went out of their way to say welcome. We decided to sign up and become members on the spot! The program speaker was Gail Garber. Wow. Her talk, her slides and her quilts were fascinating. Too bad we aren't able to go to her workshops today and tomorrow. Check out her Gallery of Quilts and be dazzled!
There was a long but highly organized line of show and tell items which were wonderful. We also took Quilts for Kids packets and will make quilts that are donated to Rex and WakeMed hospitals' neonatal intensive care units (they need hundreds!) We joined the Block Party and Holiday Block Party. There were drawings for prizes for everything from a door prize to prizes for wearing quilted name tags. Drawings from the names of those who turned in the different types of charity quilts and more. Fun, fun, fun.
The next step is to find a local quilting "bee" group to join. But time enough for that phone call next week.
Rushing now to get to the airport on time. Photos of all the goodies later!
Hugs to all!
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Cows and Quilts
I'm trying again, hoping Blogger will cooperate. And it is! Back to the fair.
Check out what Harris Teeter paid for that steer. And these guys were raised by kids! Zowie!
After all the livestock, gardens, produce, huge pumpkins, antique farm equipment, the midway, food vendors and such, we finally found the building with the quilts. Of course the moment we reached the quilts the camera batteries gave up. The Tramp managed to get photos by letting the camera "rest" in between photos. I asked all around but no one could tell me where to buy batteries!
Too bad they aren't all spread out like in a quilt show, but I was pleased to see how carefully they guarded everything from being touched.
This one especially caught my eye. I'm not fond of the border fabric but the bargello effect is stunning.
This one has a special award but I can't read the ribbon! I love the effect of the colors and quilting design and wish I could have seen it full sized.
The ribbon on this Twelve Days of Christmas says Best of Show.
On Thursday evening Mom and I plan to attend the monthly meeting of the Capital Quilters Guild. I suspect we'll meet some of these talented quilters! :)
Check out what Harris Teeter paid for that steer. And these guys were raised by kids! Zowie!
After all the livestock, gardens, produce, huge pumpkins, antique farm equipment, the midway, food vendors and such, we finally found the building with the quilts. Of course the moment we reached the quilts the camera batteries gave up. The Tramp managed to get photos by letting the camera "rest" in between photos. I asked all around but no one could tell me where to buy batteries!
Too bad they aren't all spread out like in a quilt show, but I was pleased to see how carefully they guarded everything from being touched.
This one especially caught my eye. I'm not fond of the border fabric but the bargello effect is stunning.
This one has a special award but I can't read the ribbon! I love the effect of the colors and quilting design and wish I could have seen it full sized.
The ribbon on this Twelve Days of Christmas says Best of Show.
On Thursday evening Mom and I plan to attend the monthly meeting of the Capital Quilters Guild. I suspect we'll meet some of these talented quilters! :)
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
One day at a time
Took Mom and Dad to doctor appointments and such today. Drove the Lexus. Good thing too! I was in excruciating pain most of the day myself. The doctor told Mom that her pains were migrating from the center of her chest to her ribs and the muscles in between (or however that works anatomically). I guess that's my problem too, just different ribs.
I lay down on the bed to take a nap this afternoon and was immediately stuck! I couldn't move, it was too painful. Thank goodness The Tramp was home. He came to rescue me. Lifted me up and helped me roll over on my back. I also confirmed that it's still too painful to cry...sigh. He brought me the heating pad and I slept about an hour.
This evening has been marginally better but I'm walking kind of bent over. So I'm going back on the narcotics I used after the surgery. At least at night. I don't like to use that stuff during the day.
Sunday we spent a few hours at the North Carolina State Fair and I have lots of photos. Walking hasn't been my problem, just sitting and lying down! We saw everything from cows to quilts.
Well darn! Blogger isn't working again. It won't let me post photos. I had the same problem earlier. Sheesh. Ok...cows and quilts tomorrow. Good night. :)
I lay down on the bed to take a nap this afternoon and was immediately stuck! I couldn't move, it was too painful. Thank goodness The Tramp was home. He came to rescue me. Lifted me up and helped me roll over on my back. I also confirmed that it's still too painful to cry...sigh. He brought me the heating pad and I slept about an hour.
This evening has been marginally better but I'm walking kind of bent over. So I'm going back on the narcotics I used after the surgery. At least at night. I don't like to use that stuff during the day.
Sunday we spent a few hours at the North Carolina State Fair and I have lots of photos. Walking hasn't been my problem, just sitting and lying down! We saw everything from cows to quilts.
Well darn! Blogger isn't working again. It won't let me post photos. I had the same problem earlier. Sheesh. Ok...cows and quilts tomorrow. Good night. :)
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